KCS' 2nd Annual Korean Art Competition Judge Application Form

KCS is hosting its 2nd annual Korean Art Competition to provide a unique opportunity for Korean students to express their creativity through art.

Judging Commitment & Compensation
We are seeking dedicated judges from artistic, educational, and community leadership backgrounds to evaluate submissions based on creativity, artistic skill, impact, and relevance to the theme.

Time Commitment
Judges must be available to evaluate submissions in person at KCS Headquarters (203-05 32nd Ave. Bayside, NY 11361) during the judging period: Monday, October 26th to Friday, November 6th, 2026.

Judges will need to come in person at least two (2) times, one (1) for individual judging and one (1) for group judging.

The judging process will take approximately four (4) hours total (possibly longer) and will be scheduled based on group availability, so all judges can participate at the same time.

All judging must be completed by Friday, November 6th, 2026, to allow time for final preparations. Attendance at the KCS Korean Art Ceremony & Showcase on Saturday, November 21st, 2026, is encouraged but not required.

Eligibility Requirements
Judges must be of Korean descent and reside in New York State.

Compenstaion
A one-time stipend of $500 will be provided for participation.

Transportation
This stipend is all-inclusive and does not cover transportation costs. Judges are responsible for their travel arrangements.

If you are interested in serving as a judge, please complete this form to provide your background, experience, and availability.

For more details, visit our website at www.kcsny.org/education/korean-art-competition.

Questions/Need Assistance?
📧 Email: education@kcsny.org
📞 Phone: (718) 939-6137

About KCS
Korean Community Services (KCS) is a non-profit organization located in NY & NJ that has been serving the Korean and wider Asian community since 1973. For more information on what we do and the services we offer, please visit www.kcsny.org.

 

This opportunity is open exclusively to judges of Korean descent residing in New York State. Only applicants who meet this requirement may proceed with the application.

Please read the following carefully and acknowledge your understanding and agreement by signing your name via electronic signature below: 

1. I acknowledge that I have fully read and understood the roles and responsibilities of a judge for the KCS Korean Art Competition.

2. I agree to evaluate all submissions objectively and fairly, without bias or external influence. 

3. I will uphold the confidentiality of contestant information, scoring, and deliberations, refraining from unauthorized discussions or disclosures. 

4. I recognize that all judging decisions are final and will be made in accordance with the competition’s official guidelines. 

5. I understand that failure to adhere to these responsibilities may result in removal from the judging panel.

Participant Consent & Media Release

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate. I understand that providing false information may result in removal from the program.

I understand and agree that during the course of my association or involvement with Korean Community Services of Metropolitan New York, Inc. (“KCS”), I may be photographed, videotaped, filmed or interviewed by KCS or its employees, volunteers, affiliates and/or independent contractors (collectively, “Representatives”). I consent to the use by KCS of my statements, image, voice, name and/or story, and any derivative works of the foregoing, in any format, including photos, film, video, audio, print or electronic (together, the “Materials”), as KCS may deem appropriate to promote its programs. I agree that KCS and its Representatives may make the Materials available in any of its internal or promotional materials, including in or on brochures, advertisements, newspapers, websites, social media, videos, publications or any other media. I also agree to waive any right to inspect or approve the use of the Materials, receive notice of their use or publication or the finished product or to receive any payment. I grant KCS all copyrights in the Materials and waive any legal claims, including those relating to copyright, or rights of publicity or privacy.

By signing below, I agree that my electronic signature is the legal equivalent of my manual signature and that I agree to be legally bound by the terms of this document.

Thank you for your interest in judging for KCS' Korean Art Competition! 

Unfortunately, you do not meet our requirements to judge in KCS' Korean Art Competition and will not be considered for the position. We encourage you to share with family/friends/colleagues who do qualify.

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