The Member Portal (currently accessible at https://unitedartscollier.org/member-portal/ and labeled simply “Member Portal” in the footer and via the top-right “User” icon) is a secure, backend WordPress area designed for approved members to manage and submit content. It supports roles like “Editor” for tasks such as:

• Creating/editing artist profiles (with premade fields, WPBakery customization, image uploads, bios, links).
• Managing events (using custom post types for dates, locations, organizers, tickets, media).
• Handling team member entries.
• Uploading exhibition artwork (restricted to Administrator or Artist/Editor roles).

Access requires registration (via /my-account/), admin approval, and login. The portal currently focuses primarily on individual/artist-level submissions (e.g., artists submit info for directory placement, social promotion, event inclusion in “Best Bets” blasts). Proposed future expansions in documentation include dedicated backend sections for organizations, allies, board/committee members, and others via custom post type (e.g., /wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=organization).

Why the Portal Is Effectively “Only Available” for Member Organizations (Ally & Advocate Tiers)

• Membership tiers (from https://unitedartscollier.org/membership/):
  • Artist / Individual ($100/year): Focused on individual artists. Benefits include website/social recognition at Artist level, portal submission of info for directory/social promotion (handled via portal), “Members Only” opportunity listings, event invites, juried exhibition participation. However, full portal login/troubleshooting is not promoted or supported for this tier to minimize support load—UAC team manages listings/promotions on their behalf.
  • Ally ($250/year): Ideal for nonprofit organizations. Includes all Artist benefits plus recognition at Ally level.
  • Advocate ($500/year): Ideal for galleries and businesses (with sponsorship options). Includes all prior benefits plus enhanced event invites (plus-ones/guests).
• Organizational focus — The /organization/ page highlights member arts organizations as community cultural centers, with links to explore them (via map/directory). Ally and Advocate tiers are explicitly for nonprofit organizations, galleries, and businesses—making these the “member organizations.” The portal’s content management tools (especially planned organization-specific listings) align with organizational needs (e.g., profiles with missions, contacts, logos), while Artist-tier access is limited to submission-only without full backend privileges or support.
• Current restrictions — Artist members have reported login issues despite not being intended for full portal access. The portal is not restricted by tier in code yet (any approved member can log in), but policy/practice limits it to Ally/Advocate (organizational) members for practical use and support. The provided description reinforces this: Artist members submit via portal but rely on UAC team for processing, avoiding direct troubleshooting.

The Member Organization Portal is exclusively available to Ally and Advocate tier members (nonprofit organizations, galleries, and businesses). As an Artist/Individual member, you can submit directory information, event details, and exhibition materials through our guided process—our team handles placement, promotion on social media/website, and inclusion in weekly “Best Bets” emails. Full portal login and backend management are reserved for Ally & Advocate tiers to ensure efficient support. For assistance with submissions, directory updates, or promotions, contact info@unitedartscollier.org or call 239-254-8242.

1. Visit the homepage: https://unitedartscollier.org/.
2. Click the “User” icon in the top right of the header or scroll to the footer and click “Member Portal”.
3. If you don’t have an account, register at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/. Provide your details and submit.
4. Wait for administrator approval; your account will be assigned the “Editor” role for artist access.
5. Once approved, log in at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/.
6. From the floating menu (on desktop/laptop) or Member Portal, navigate to Artists: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=artist.
7. Add a new artist profile by clicking “Add New” or visiting https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=artist. Fill out premade fields at the bottom of the page.
8. Use the WPBakery Backend Editor to customize your profile (e.g., add images, bio, links). Hover over existing artists to “Clone” or “Duplicate” as a template.
9. Press the blue “Update” button to save. All changes are versioned for easy reversion.

1. Log in at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/ or via Member Portal.
2. Go to Artists: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=artist.
3. View all artists or edit profiles by clicking on entries.
4. Add new: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=artist. Fill fields, customize with WPBakery (add bios, art images via drag/drop). Clone others for templates.
5. Update changes; contact support for questions.

1. Visit https://unitedartscollier.org/upload/
2. Login or register.
3. If you are an ADMINISTRATOR or ARTIST (EDITOR) you will be awarded full capability to upload artist exhibition artwork associated with artist profiles.
4. Artists when they login will subsequently see their upload work from other users. Artists can choose to keep exhibition portfolio material or delete it.

1. Visit the homepage: https://unitedartscollier.org/.
2. Click the “User” icon in the top right or scroll to the footer for “Member Portal”.
3. Register at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/ if needed.
4. Await admin approval for the “Editor” role with event management permissions.
5. Log in at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/.
6. Navigate to Event Managers via the menu: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=ajde_events.
7. Add a new event by clicking “Add New” or https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=ajde_events. Use premade fields and clone existing events for guidance.
8. Customize with WPBakery Backend Editor (drag rows/columns, add media, organizers). Add organizers at https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit-tags.php?taxonomy=event_organizer&post_type=ajde_events.
9. Update to save; history is preserved.

1. Log in and access Member Portal.
2. Navigate to Events: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=ajde_events.
3. View/edit existing events.
4. Add new: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=ajde_events. Use WPBakery for details (e.g., add maps, tickets).
5. Manage organizers: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit-tags.php?taxonomy=event_organizer&post_type=ajde_events. Clone events for efficiency. Update to publish.
6. Manage event locations: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit-tags.php?taxonomy=event_location&post_type=ajde_events

1. Visit the homepage: https://unitedartscollier.org/.
2. Access “Member Portal” via the user icon or footer.
3. Register at https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/.
4. Get admin approval for “Editor” role.
5. Log in and go to Team Members: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=team_members.
6. Add a new team member via “Add New” or https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=team_members.
7. Fill premade fields; use WPBakery Backend Editor for custom layouts (e.g., add photos, roles). Clone existing entries.
8. Save with “Update.”

1. Log in via https://unitedartscollier.org/my-account/.
2. Go to Team Members: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=team_members.
3. View all or edit entries.
4. Add new: https://unitedartscollier.org/wp-admin/post-new.php?post_type=team_members. Customize with WPBakery (e.g., add contact info, photos). Clone for guidance.
5. Save updates.