SAW Video (Ottawa) is seeking a Development and Marketing Intern for our busy not-for-profit media arts centre. This contract position is a fantastic opportunity for an individual seeking a career in arts administration.
Term of contract: 28 weeks, 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Start and end dates: Sept. 9, 2013 to March 21st, 2014
Salary: $17 per hour, $14,280
SAW Video’s Development & Marketing Intern will:
• Assist with all aspects related to grants and fundraising for SAW Video, including grants, sponsorship and self-generated revenue, Research foundations and develop list and timeline for approach;
• Prepare materials for grant applications for multi-year operating grants as well other major grant requests;
• Identify new strategic partnerships for programming, grants, mentorship, equipment, and workshops;
• Assist with centre fundraising activities through participation on SAW Video’s Fundraising committee;
• Assist the Director with Arts Court Redevelopment fundraising: including the development of a capital fundraising campaign and corporate sponsorship package;
• Participate in and assist with strategic planning for centre.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must between 18 and 30 and eligible under YCW’s Building Careers in Heritage. Guidelines can be found on the Cultural Human Resources (CHRC) website.
The selected individual will will have :
• A university or college diploma in arts administration, communications or a related field;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products;
• Familiarity with CRM software;
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and collaboratively;
• Knowledge of the contemporary media or visual arts;
This is not a bilingual position but fluency in French would be an asset.
Deadline to apply : Wednesday, August 14, 2013, by 5pm.
Please submit by mail, fax, or email the following documents:
- A letter of intent (up to 2 pages) describing your skills and experience as they relate to this position.
- Curriculum vitae or resumé
- A list with names, positions and contact information for 3 references
Send to:
Hiring Committee – Development & Marketing Intern
SAW Video Media Art Centre
67 Nicholas St., Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7B9
Phone: (613) 238-7648 / Fax: (613) 238-4617
E-mail: sawvideo@sawvideo.com
SAW Video is committed to employment equity. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information on SAW Video, check out our web site: www.sawvideo.com.
