Offre d'emploi

AKA Artist-Run Centre is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applicants from a diversity of backgrounds. Interested applicants should apply by sending a cover letter and CV by email to Tarin Hughes, Executive Director director@akaartistrun.com with the subject heading “Gallery/Outreach Coordinator” by June 15, 2014, 11:59 pm CST. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

25,000/annum, Part Time
25 hours/week, 2 year contract
2 weeks paid vacation, 2 weeks paid professional development leave
Health Benefits provided through SaskCulture Inc.

Gallery

• Ensure smooth operation of gallery day to day, including hours of operation kept, supplies and storage area maintained
• Install and strike exhibitions/coordinate gallery preparation
• Arrange for necessary equipment rentals and equipment upkeep
• in consultation with ED coordinate and arrange for artwork shipping, artist travel & accommodations
• Document exhibitions
• Attend openings, talks or other events and coordinate hospitality including set-up and clean-up
• Facilitate tours, workshops and educate visitors and in consultation with ED organize and facilitate adjunct programming

Marketing

• in consultation with ED prepare and distribute promotional material (ads, brochures, posters, invitations)
• Update and maintain website and social media initiatives

Membership/Volunteer

• Maintain membership files and mailing list; coordinate renewal reminders in consultation with ED write membership profiles and implement strategies for increasing gallery membership
• Plan and organize biannual membership drive and members appreciation event
• Coordinate volunteer assistance

Administration

• General correspondence (with ED as is relevant to areas of responsibility)
• Arrange for necessary equipment rentals, leases or purchases
• Computer, hardware, software and network maintenance, data backup
• Maintain library, catalogue exchange, archives and ongoing documentation and additions to the archive
• in consultation with ED coordinate calls for submission and juries
• Attend board meetings as required

Required skills

• a BA/BFA in a related field or commensurate experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of contemporary art practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of and applied skills in documentation, installation (including but not limited to New Media), strike
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media tools. Intermediate skills in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and WordPress
• A strong work ethic, initiative and excellent problem solving abilities
• The ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Assets

• A design sensibility and the ability to communicate your ideas
• Experience with Archiving, Critical Writing, Membership Development and Volunteer Recruitment
• A driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Experience with gallery/museum programming and outreach