There are two employment agencies run by the Israeli government. The Bureau for the Placement of Professionals assists job seekers with university degrees, while the Labor Exchange helps non- academics to find employment. Beyond the help that is provided by the Center and government agencies, it may be necessary to take some personal initiative in finding suitable employment. Don't be afraid to approach galleries, directors, etc. Let as many people as you can know that you are looking for work.
Word of mouth can be a very effective source of leads.
Unfortunately, most artists in Israel cannot survive on their art alone. For this reason, the Center for Absorption of Immigrant Artists organizes retraining courses for artists in such fields as art education, applied arts, and art and music therapy. The more realistic you are when preparing for your aliyah, and the more skills that you can develop, the greater your chance of financial survival and successful absorption. The need to speak Hebrew in the art world depends greatly upon your field. While most artists can get by with basic Hebrew, writers and actors need to speak Hebrew quite well in order to work in Israel .