WESTAF Technology

WESTAF is the developer and manager of several technology systems that benefit the arts and culture field. For more information about how your organization or agency can benefit from any of these systems or services or to learn more about partnering with WESTAF in technology development, please let us know or call our office at (303) 629-1166.




ArtJob.org is an online arts job bank that serves both job seekers and organizations seeking qualified employees. ArtJob features a comprehensive list of frequently updated jobs, internships, fellowships, and other employment opportunities in all areas of the arts. ArtJob also offers a variety of resources for job seekers, including the ability to post a resume. Learn more at ArtJob.org.




GrantsOnline™ (GO™) is a powerful, highly adaptive web-based grants management solution that meets the needs of all types of funders. GO™ conforms to workflows and provides data collection, communication options, reporting functionality, support material uploads, and other management tools that help to simplify the grantmaking processes. Learn more at GOGrantsOnline.org.




The Public Art Archive™ is a sophisticated, searchable online database of public art. The Archive makes public art and its processes more accessible, displaying images alongside extensive descriptions, including audio and video supplementary files when available. Locate public art pieces, create custom walking tours, and access images and data via the free mobile site. Learn more at PublicArtArchive.org.




CaFÉ™ is an online application and adjudication management system used by public art programs, galleries, museums, and educational institutions to manage public art commissions, exhibitions, fellowships, and visual art competitions. Learn more at CallForEntry.org.




The Creative Vitality™ Index (CVI™) CVI™) is a research-based economic development tool that provides arts organizations with high-quality creative economy data. Using nearly 100 different national, vetted, and third-party data streams, the CVI™ provides an accurate measure of the health of an area's non-profit and for-profit creative sectors. Learn more at CVI.WESTAF.org.




ZAPPlication.org® s an online application and adjudication management system used by more than 500 art fairs and festivals nationwide. ZAPP® provides event staff with a convenient and easy-to-manage platform for collecting, reviewing, and jurying applications and allows artists to easily upload digital images of their artwork, store their information in an online profile, and apply electronically to participating events. Learn more at ZAPPlication.org. Like ZAPP® on Facebook and follow ZAPP® on Twitter!




ArtistsRegister.com s an online gallery that allows visual artists to showcase their work and connects artists with private collectors, gallery owners, interior designers, corporate art buyers, public art administrators, and general art enthusiasts. Learn more at ArtistsRegister.com.

WESTAF Technology News
The Public Art Archive™ turned two in December! The Archive is now home to 120 public art collections. Check out the Public Art Archive's new Facebook page HERE.
Technology Events
The Fifth Arts Festival Conference, presented by ZAPP®, will take place October 7-8, 2013, in Louisville, Kentucky. The Conference provides fantastic opportunities to meet and spend time with artists, show directors, and art fair professionals. Beyond engaging in important dialogue with one another, attendees will enjoy outings and receptions, conference programming focused on professional development, portfolio review opportunities, and other activities aimed at strengthening the arts festival community.