Executive Director

THE POSITION

As Executive Director (ED) of the Koffler Centre of the Arts, you will ensure that the Koffler Centre continues to present innovative programming to attract a diverse and expanding audience, while having the financial and operational capacity to fully support its mission today and into the future. You will lead the overall strategic direction for the Koffler Centre while working in close partnership with a dedicated Board and staff.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organizational Leadership

  • Work with the creative staff to foster innovative and impactful programs across all arts platforms, while significantly building audience and visitor growth.
  • Work with management and staff to ensure that the programming is meeting the goals and ambitions of the organization, while balancing artistic integrity with fiscal responsibility.
  • Oversee and implement a fundraising plan to significantly increase the financial bandwidth of the operation.
  • Develop and foster a workplace culture that maintains the highest standards for excellence, equality, creativity, collaboration, and inclusiveness.
  • Develop and implement strategic and operational plans and departmental budgets, in collaboration with the Board of Directors and senior management.
  • Act as the face and spokesperson for the organization and its programming.
  • Sustain and build upon networks and partnerships in the community and with other cultural institutions in Canada and beyond, while furthering Koffler’s reputation and presence in the local and global arts scene.
  • Strengthen the connection between communities of Toronto and the Koffler Centre, creating a greater civic engagement and enriching the city of Toronto as a whole.
  • Ensure an ongoing, effective administrative structure is in place and provide oversight and support to the Koffler staff and Board.
  • Manage and maintain excellent relations with the Board to facilitate effective governance.
  • Lead and inspire full-time and contract employees, volunteers, interns, and student workers.
  • Work closely with the Board to plan and organize quarterly Board meetings and agendas.
  • Support the work of Board committees.
  • Effectively manage leasehold/tenant agreements with Artscape and participate in the Artscape Youngplace Community.
  • Build the community profile of the organization, all in support of Koffler’s development.

Programming

  • Deliver a multi-disciplinary programming strategy consistent with Koffler’s values and mission.
  • Support and direct the overall programming direction of the Koffler and assist in identifying new directions for arts innovation and cultural dialogue.
  • Set metrics against which programming will be regularly evaluated.
  • Embrace and continue to incorporate digital resources in the programming strategy.

Financial Oversight

  • Provide excellent financial management of the organization, ensure fiscal accountability and sustainability, and oversee the development of financial and management reports to support an informed and robust Board and executive decision-making.
  • Contribute to the planning and future direction of the organization, in cooperation with the executive committee.
  • Participate in policy or operational decisions that will have an important  impact on the Koffler Centre’s revenues, expenditures, financial position, and prospects.
  • Prepare annual operating budgets and financial reports for presentation to the Board.
  • Review all expenses and budgets regularly, making adjustments and reaching out to Board Treasurer for further analysis as needed.
  • Maintain a good working relationship with the bookkeeper/internal accountant, including discussion and preparation of financial projections.
  • Oversee adherence to rules and conditions attached to existing donations, grants, and sponsorships, including partnerships, gifts-in-kind, etc.
  • Establish appropriate accounts for capital, endowment, and operating campaigns.
  • Operate and manage a fiscally responsible budget- identifying risk management protocol, and operational growth strategies.
  • Working with the Financial Manager, liaise with the auditors and supervise the preparation of audit files.

Fund Development

  • Provide fundraising leadership and management to ensure that funds from sources are obtained to support the strategic and operational goals of the organization.
  • Develop and implement a fundraising strategy in collaboration with the Director of Development.
  • Set metrics against which fundraising will be regularly evaluated.
  • Provide leadership for Koffler’s fundraising initiatives, including grants, corporate and foundation requests, individual donor support, profile enhancement, annual campaigns, and events such as Koffler Couture.
  • Working with the Director of Development, create fundraising proposals for individuals and corporations.
  • Work with an active fundraising committee and Director of Development on fundraising events and developing the annual campaign, organizing corporate donations, and reaching out to individual donors.
  • Host special events and develop personal relationships with potential and existing donors.

 

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

  • A demonstrated track record of inclusive and strategic leadership, vision, collaboration and team building.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, high energy, and creativity.
  • A strong commitment to the Koffler’s mission, vision and values, together with a clear understanding of the diversity of culture and cross-disciplinary programming at an arts organization.  An understanding of contemporary Jewish culture is an asset.
  • A strong commitment and understanding of the local and national arts community throughout the diversity of the arts, with a lens for international collaboration.
  • Experience in a senior leadership position, with an emphasis on management, fundraising, Board relations, and public relations.
  • Senior arts administration experience, including developing and managing contract staff.
  • Strong financial management skills and experience in creating, managing, presenting, and interpreting budgets.
  • A full understanding of managing operational costs and implanting cost controls.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience reporting to a  Board of Directors.
  • Experience in managing fundraising strategies and campaigns and identifying new sources and increased levels of contributed income.
  • Demonstrable experience and capacity to lead, manage, motivate, inspire, train and collaborate with staff, artists, Board members, and volunteers.
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills. Able to speak and write persuasively and serve as the spokesperson for Koffler in public and in the media.
  • Exceptional writing skills, including experience in successful proposal writing.
  • Experience and knowledge of marketing, advertising and public relations activities.
  • Experience building and effectively managing government and community relations.
  • Experience in dealing with facility management including negotiations of leases, contracts, and ongoing landlord stewardship.
  • Undergraduate degree or experiential equivalent.

CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

  • Natural leadership skills; a proactive and dynamic professional who inspires confidence and credibility; has a strategic orientation and is honest, transparent and collaborative.
  • A genuine passion and belief in Koffler’s mission.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; decisive, confident, and compassionate.
  • Team approach and willingness to empower those reporting to you.
  • A desire and ability to partner with Koffler’s programmers to co-lead the development and execution of the organization’s visions and goals.
  • Business savvy and dedication to outstanding programming and audience engagement.
  • A self-starter undaunted by a lean institution; an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • A strategic thinker who embraces innovation and change. Politically astute.
  • Comfortable working with digital platforms.
  • A genuine commitment to support and grow an internal culture that values people and provides an opportunity for everyone to flourish.
  • Clear and effective communication skills and public-speaking abilities.
  • Dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity, cultural diversity, and broadening access to the arts.

 

COMPENSATION

A competitive compensation package will be provided with salary and applicable benefits.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application by emailing your cover letter and résumé no later than Thursday, March 31st, 2022: koffler@searchlightpartnersgroup.com

Koffler Centre of the Arts is an equal-opportunity employer committed to reflecting our country’s diversity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

We thank applicants for their interest; however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.
 

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, May 15, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Digital Communications Specialist

Digital Communications Specialist 

(Full-Time - 1 Year Contract)

Working at The Bishop Strachan School is challenging, exciting and rewarding. It’s also a lot of fun. This is the place to be if you value forward-thinking leadership and enthusiastically embrace a global perspective.

We offer the opportunity to join an exceptional community of professionals and contribute meaningfully to the education of tomorrow’s transformational leaders. As an employer, we focus on building and developing our employees to be the very best at what they do. We offer competitive compensation, a variety of benefits and supports, and a thought-provoking and inspirational environment.

If you’re looking to challenge yourself and be a leader in girls’ education, we invite you to explore a career with BSS.

Summary of Position: 

The Digital Communications Specialist is responsible for the development and delivery of key communications and marketing initiatives that support the strategic objectives of the school, promote its vision, mission and values, and uphold its brand and standards. 

Specific Accountabilities:

  • Manages the development and production of digital and print collateral, working with department staff and vendors to achieve a high level of quality and innovation, and an accurate reflection of the BSS brand and communications standards 
  • Oversees the planning, creation and publishing of web content and ensures the functionality and performance of the BSS website, including interfacing with front-end designers, back-end developers and the BSS Technology and Innovation Team 
  • Works with school departments and digital agency to provide assets, develop content and landing pages, track metrics and optimize SEO 
  • Develops editorial content, news articles, and advertising copy that promote the brand and accurately reflect the work of the school 
  • Prepares written content for brochures, reports and other various projects by conducting interviews, researching and writing 
  • Develops and maintains efficient department systems, policies, regulations and processes, upholding industry best practices in project management and oversees major department projects 
  • Prioritizes and manages school-wide support requests, liaising with other departments to confirm and clarify goals and deliverables 
  • Monitors and upholds the BSS brand and communications standards, editing and proofing all materials for quality control and provides guidance, support and consultation to other departments on strategic communications, branding and project management 
  • Oversees work of professional designers 
  • Handles office administration, including organizing vendor invoicing and department meetings 
  • Embeds diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging values into all activities 
  • Commits to the Staff Growth and Evaluation Program 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned 

Skills, Experience and Attributes Include: 

  • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ communications and marketing experience, preferably in a not-for-profit, agency and/or education setting 
  • Communications degree or diploma and/or a related combination of experience, including project management 
  • A skilled writer, with demonstrated ability and experience producing editorial, articles and advertising copy 
  • Superior strategic communications, writing and editing skills in digital and print platforms 
  • Data generation, analysis and measurement skills 
  • Experience in website content updates with providers such as Blackbaud, Final Site or WordPress 
  • Digital design skills and high level of expertise within Mac and Google docs environment 
  • Project management expertise, ability to prioritize and meet tight timelines 
  • Professional manner, customer-service orientation and comfortable with fast-paced environment  
  • Positive, creative, collaborative and organized 
  • Ability to manage changing priorities, concurrent projects and demanding deadlines 
  • Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends during the school year 
  • A sense of humour 
  • Commitment to and passion for the vision, mission and values of the school 

Why Work at BSS?

We value the willingness to take risks in order to learn and grow - and not just for our students. At BSS, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in an unparalleled setting, with access to innovative tools, support and resources, so you can pursue ongoing professional learning, whatever your role. BSS offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:

  • Extensive health and dental benefits package
  • Lunches provided with a taxable benefit
  • Use of on-site fitness center
  • Substantial Professional Development opportunities 
  • All Statutory Holidays including additional administrative days off
  • And a chance to be part of a great community!

BSS Values Diversity:

BSS is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful environment. We believe that diversity in our school fosters a rich, inclusive and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We are also committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please contact the Executive Assistant, Human Resources and Finance at 416-483-4325, ext. 4207 or by email at careers@bss.on.ca.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to careers@bss.on.ca indicating Digitical Communications Specialist in the subject line. For more information about BSS, please visit our website at www.bss.on.ca 

Please note, we have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in place for employees, unless official documentation of a human rights exemption is provided and can be accommodated.

We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 11, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://www.bss.on.ca/discover/careers

Volunteer Program Manager

Title:  Volunteer Program Manager

Contract:  full-time March to August; starting March 2022

Compensation:  $22,000-26,000 based on education and experience; benefits included

Reports to:  Executive Director

Takes direction from:  Operations Manager, Executive Director

The ideal candidate has superb communication and administrative skills, excellent judgement of practical needs and volunteer talents, a well-developed eye for both the big picture and the fine details, and an ability to work to deadline as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.  You’ll need excellent people skills, a passion for the arts, an understanding of the crucial role volunteers play in the life of a not-for-profit charity, and a creative and flexible leadership style.  The key component of this position’s work is the management of the volunteer cycle from needs assessment and recruitment through to recognition and succession planning.

Hillside is a not-for-profit charitable organization with a life-affirming vision that has sustained imaginative projects for 39 years.  Working with a knowledgeable, passionate, and quirky team of staff and volunteers, the Volunteer Program Manager will help bring audiences to real rock stars and organization to the endlessly fascinating work of event management.

DUTIES:

  • Needs assessment;
  • Recruitment;
  • Screening;
  • Placement;
  • Training and Orientation;
  • Evaluation and Reassignment;
  • Managing all HR-related volunteer issues with the ED;
  • Coaching and Motivation;
  • Mentoring;
  • Recognition;
  • Succession planning;
  • Managing the volunteer database.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Very strong written communication skills;
  • Strong people skills;
  • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Zone database);
  • Ability to network and develop relationships with others;
  • Adaptable to a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends;
  • Very personable, dedicated, and team-oriented;
  • Able to work collegially and collaboratively with a broad range of staff;
  • Passionate promoter of arts and culture;
  • Applicant must have at least one of the following:
  • post-secondary degree in arts, arts management, communications, administration or related field;
  • diploma in volunteer management;
  • significant experience in the field.
  • Some volunteer experience.
  • Class G driver’s license and access to a vehicle are a definite asset.

Working Conditions & Remuneration:

  • Hybrid work environment:  Most staff are working remotely right now because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but when it is safe to do so we will be transitioning to a hybrid work environment in an office space at 341 Woolwich Street, Guelph, an accessible building. Our office is comfortable and relaxed, with a side porch and back patio. Currently, we encourage our staff to work wherever they feel most comfortable and productive, whether that is at home or at the office.  This position requires a lot of communication with coordinators, so the candidate should be prepared to meet over Zoom, on the phone, or in person and to collaborate extensively over email.
  • A laptop and office desk will be provided.
  • This is a contract position that offers competitive compensation.
  • Please note that Hillside has a strict COVID-19 vaccine policy for all employees, contractors, volunteers, and artists. All new employees will be asked to show proof of being fully vaccinated prior to joining the team.

How to Apply 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an email containing your resumé and a cover letter in one pdf document by Sunday, March 6, 2022 at midnight to the HR Committee at hr@hillsidefestival.ca. Tell us a bit about yourself, your experience, and why you feel you would be the right addition to our team.

Hillside is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.  If you self-identify as belonging to a traditionally under-represented community, we invite you to address this in your cover letter.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$20-$30/h
Application Deadline: 
Sunday, March 6, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
Contract
City: 
Guelph
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://hillsidefestival.ca/were-hiring/

Executive Director

THE ORGANIZATION

As one of Canada’s leading contemporary art museums, Oakville Galleries is driven by a belief in the singular power of art and artists to deepen our understanding of ourselves and our communities and move us toward a better world. Oakville Galleries engages communities through-out Oakville, and wider audiences generally, with an outstanding track record of presenting the work of early and mid-career artists from across Canada and around the world. Oakville Galleries’ award-winning exhibition and educational programming is rooted in commitments to the visionary, the forward-thinking, and the responsive.

Currently in two locations - one alongside a public library in downtown Oakville, and the other is a heritage building in a lakeside park.  Oakville Galleries is located in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) with a population of more than 7-million people. A strategic priority for the organization will be to launch a major capital campaign to relocate its two separate operations into a new space in downtown Oakville.  This dynamic facility will support diversity, indigeneity, equity and inclusion through contemporary art exhibitions, education, and public programming.

THE POSITION

Oakville Galleries is inviting applications for the position of Executive Director to lead the institution into an exciting new era by transforming Oakville Galleries into a large, dynamic, interactive and inclusive art institution for a diverse audience showcasing bold, innovative and leading-edge contemporary art. The successful applicant will assume responsibility for the strategic and financial direction, and overall management of the organization. The successful applicant will bring a vision for community engagement, inclusivity, and a desire to amplify the voices of contemporary artists in order to foster knowledge creation and new ways of understanding.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

  • Accountable for Oakville Galleries’ strategic direction, work closely with staff and Board to ensure the institution’s vision, values, and policy statements are developed ambitiously and embodied compellingly.
  • Develop the Galleries’ institutional and artistic identity through oversight of all curatorial, communications, and development activities.
  • Define the Galleries’ audiences clearly and expansively, develop and implement appropriate strategies for engaging with and growing diverse audiences.
  • To realize the Galleries’ strategic goals through comprehensive and effective business planning.

Capital Development

  • Oversee the development of the Galleries’ capital plans in close partnership with the Board, manage feasibility work, develop operational plans, and assemble and execute on an appropriate capital fundraising strategy in alignment with the organization’s relocation goals.
  • Lead Oakville Galleries’ relocation project, serving as a persuasive and effective champion for the organization’s operational and capital expansion with all current and potential stakeholders.

Fundraising

  • Develop and execute a multifaceted income generation and fundraising strategy that builds community, civic support, and trust, along with financial security.
  • Lead annual fundraising campaigns. Be active in fundraising activities through various external relations initiatives and strategic stakeholder engagements. Investigate and develop new methods for raising revenue.
  • Nurture and cultivate contacts with funding agencies, donors, sponsors, and members, both individual and corporate.

Finance & Administration

  • Develop and recommend to the Board an annual operating budget that appropriately balances public sector support with private sector contributions.
  • Manage all income and expenditures, implementing suitable financial controls and providing effective monitoring and reporting throughout the year.
  • Manage audits for the granting bodies and AGM.

Talent Management

  • Recruit, manage, support, and retain a tight-knit team of arts professionals, appropriately engaging staff in the organization’s long-term goals and delegating responsibilities and authority efficiently and effectively.
  • Recommend to the Board the appropriate organizational structure, HR policies, and salary schedules to carry out the Galleries’ operations effectively and within its resources.
  • Develop a culture that encourages inclusivity, promotes respect and teamwork, builds loyalty and trust, drives engagement, and maximizes employee potential.

Advocacy

  • Ensure and assert Oakville Galleries’ robust role in the cultural landscape, cultivating appropriate context and visibility for the organization at regional, national, and international levels.
  • Develop collaborative relationships, both within the local community and among institutional peers in national and international arts contexts.
  • Serve as the Galleries’ primary representative to civic leaders, government agencies, arts communities, and local audiences.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 

  • A minimum of 5 years’ leadership experience at a contemporary art institution.
  • A visionary leader who can re-imagine the role of an art gallery relevant to its community.
  • Brings an ability to set clear strategic goals and support them through business planning.
  • Strong knowledge of and ability to lead a digital transformation of a visual art museum.
  • Prior experience with a capital campaign is an asset.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated capacity for engaging, persuading, and inspiring a broad variety of audiences, stakeholders, and partners.
  • A passion for contemporary art and familiarity with artists working across a range of disciplines and contexts.
  • A history of dynamic strategic thinking and entrepreneurial approaches to organizational development.
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with national and international artists, partners, donors and funders.
  • Experience effectively developing and managing a budget, with an ability to make difficult choices where necessary.
  • Experience or ability to work effectively with and report to a board.
  • A proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a committed team of staff.
  • A commitment to equity, Indigeneity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Familiarity with artists working across a range of disciplines and contexts.
  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in art history, business, or experiential equivalent.

 

COMPENSATION

Oakville Galleries offers a salary for this position ranging from $150,000 to $160,000, commensurate with experience. The compensation package also includes a comprehensive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a CV and letter of intent that summarizes your interest in this position in PDF format to OG@searchlightpartnersgroup.com.

Application deadline: Friday, September 24th, 2022

Oakville Galleries is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of the audiences we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ2S+. 

Oakville Galleries acknowledges that the land on which it operates is the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
Salary range between 150,000 to $160,000
Application Deadline: 
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Oakville
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

VENUE TECHNICIAN

VENUE TECHNICIAN – Rachel Browne Theatre

Rachel Browne Theatre is a 125 seat rental venue in downtown Winnipeg and home to Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers.

JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES
The Venue Technician is responsible overseeing all technical elements of The Rachel Browne Theatre and of Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers. The Venue Technician coordinates technical aspects of technical production for in-house productions, special events and third-party rentals, including responsibility of all set up and strike requirements and running of all performances.
Generally part-time, with full time hours during productions and tech, as needed.

START DATE: September 12, 2022
DURATION: September 12, 2022 – June 30, 2023. 

Please note the successful applicant must be available on the following dates:
September 19-23, 2022
October 17-22, 2022
November 2-28, 2022
February 13-27, 2023
April 17-30, 2023

Actual hours will fluctuate depending on WCD's activities and third-party rentals. There will be a guaranteed minimum of 16 hours a week and overtime will be paid out bi-weekly.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Operating sound and lighting equipment for all performances;
• Proficiency in operating and programming, including effects, on ETC Ion lighting board;
• Proficiency in maintenance and use of a wide variety of theatrical lighting instruments;
• Proficiency in operating and programming QLab and MAC computers;
• Proficiency in operating MS Office products and in email;
• Organize and participate in load-in, setup, operation, and strike of all performances and restoration activities of the venue;
• Hire crew as needed for installation and removal of white backdrop and dance floor and any maintenance that may be required;
• Supervision and coordination of all crews for technical work for all of WCD’s activities;
• Working as liaison and Venue Technician for third-party rentals: supervision, coordination, communication and work for third-party rentals;
• Ensuring that the technical needs of third-party renters are met in a manner that is acceptable with the Company’s safety policies, facility limitations and budgetary parameters;
• Maintenance of The Rachel Browne Theatre, as required;
• Act as on-site venue supervisor for third party rentals and crew, when needed.

The position requires attendance at setup, teardown and events that can occur in the daytime, evenings and on weekends. There are no overnight work calls.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
The individual in this position shall have previous work experience and a working knowledge and understanding of technical health and safety, possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful applicant may have a degree in Theatre Production.

Other Requirements: The ability to lift 50 lbs; hanging and focusing lights; continuous mobility, including: stairs, ladders, bending, lifting, reaching, etc.; the ability to safely work in low light conditions; the ability to work with precision at heights on A-frame and straight ladders; periods of sitting. Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations required. Personable and collaborative attitude. Eligible to work in Canada. Good communication skills. Proficiency in English

COMPENSATION: Hourly: $19.50/hour*
*hire rate based on experience

CONTACT INFORMATION
To apply for this opportunity, please email your cover letter & resume to: jobs.winnipegcontemps@gmail.com
Subject: Venue Technician
In your cover letter, tell us why you are a good fit for WCD.

Applications reviewed as received.

WCD is committed to reflecting diversity in its workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and encourage submissions from individuals of all genders, cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process.

WCD thanks all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Open until filled.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
Hourly: $19.50/hour
Application Deadline: 
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
Contract
City: 
WINNIPEG
Province: 
Manitoba
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Executive Director

Application Deadline: Monday, February 28, 2022

Guelph Arts Council (GAC) is seeking a dynamic arts administrator who can provide leadership and management support for the vision, mission, values, goals, and policies established by the GAC Board of Directors.

Job Description:
The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of GAC’s programs, services, and operations, including financial management, communications, advocacy, human resources, and the day-to-day management of the organization, staff, and volunteers. The Executive Director will work with the Board to develop strategic plans and, with staff, to develop and manage operational plans. As an innovator, the successful candidate will write grant applications, develop and steward partnerships with stakeholders, and play a vital role in revenue generation activities. As a confident spokesperson and relationship builder, the Executive Director will represent GAC and the local arts community.

Qualifications:
– Proven leadership with a not-for-profit arts organization
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Ability to manage finances including program and operational budgets and forecasting
– Grant writing, reporting and fundraising experience
– Outstanding time management skills
– Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
– Experience working with Board, volunteer, and staff teams
– Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google suites
– Experience with communications and media relations is an asset
– Experience with QuickBooks, CADAC, WordPress, and Sumac is an asset

Organization Description:
Established in 1975, GAC is a not-for-profit, charitable community arts council with a mission to champion and grow opportunities for Guelph’s creative community through communications, resources for learning, and cultural programs and partnerships.

Job Details:
This position is 35 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours as required. The annual salary range is $43,500 to $47,500 plus a benefits package. Expected start date is March 14, 2022. GAC is located in downtown Guelph, Ontario.

Application Process:
Qualified individuals are invited to submit a resumé and cover letter to Guelph Arts Council’s Hiring Committee at hiring@guelpharts.ca by 5pm on Monday, February 28, 2022.

We thank all applicants for this position but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Guelph Arts Council invites applications from all qualified individuals. We strive to be inclusive of BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, newcomer, youth, low-income, D/deaf people, and people with disabilities in all our employment practices. If you face any barriers to applying, please contact the Hiring Committee at hiring@guelpharts.ca or 519-836-3280.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
$43,500 to $47,500
Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 28, 2022
Start Date: 
Monday, March 14, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Guelph
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://guelpharts.ca/opportunities/job-posting-executive-director-guelph-arts-c…

adjoint.e administratif.ve

Sous l’autorité de la direction générale et artistique et de la direction administrative, l’adjoint.e administratif.ve voit à :

Description des tâches

Réception
- Répondre au téléphone, prendre les messages, acheminer les appels aux bons intervenants, assurer le suivi selon les besoins
- Accueillir et informer le public au bureau
- Faire la présentation de l’organisme et de la biennale
- Opérations de gestion courante de la boutique (ventes et suivi d’inventaire)
- Effectuer la distribution des catalogues

 

Première Ovation
- Réceptionner et s’assurer de la conformité des dossiers
- Colliger les informations dans un outil de gestion simple et efficace
- Effectuer le secrétariat lors de la tenue des jurys
- Rédiger et envoyer les lettres d’acceptation et de refus des bourses
- Préparer et faire signer les contrats de bourses
- Faire le suivi des remises et reports de rapports finaux
- Effectuer le suivi des paiements
- Participer à la rédaction des rapports annuels
- Représentation occasionnelle
- Informer les artistes et organismes désirant obtenir de l’information

Prix Videre
- Répertorié l’ensemble des expositions admissibles aux prix
- Colliger les informations dans un outil de gestion simple et efficace

 

Secrétariat général
- Saisie et mise en forme des documents divers (courriers, rapports) pour diffusion interne et externe
- Rédaction et révision des documents au besoin
- Mise à jour de la base de données de l’organisme
- Tenir à jour divers outils de gestion (tableaux de statistiques, répertoires divers, gestion de certaines ressources matérielles, accès au système d’alarme et dépositaire des clefs, etc.)
- Classement et archivage des documents selon les exigences de l’organisme (incluant les dépôts légaux)
- Établissement de la revue de presse de l’organisme et de la biennale
- Participation aux opérations de logistique en soutien à l’équipe de direction (lancements de livres, vernissages, voyages de la direction, recherche d’information, etc.)
- Commandes de fournitures de bureau
- Retraits et dépôts à la caisse
- Envois postaux
- Mettre à jour les processus de travail liés à ses tâches
- Autres tâches connexes

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
17$/h (négociable selon compétences et expérience)
Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 28, 2022
Start Date: 
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Québec
Province: 
Quebec
Education Level: 
High School
Languages: 
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Moon Fest Production Manager

About us
Still Moon Arts Society (Still Moon) inspires vibrant and connected communities by facilitating artistic experiences and nurturing a passion for nature. They do so through their eco-arts and environmental stewardship programming, majorly serving equity-denied communities, and founding festival, the Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival.

Moon Festival
Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival is a free community arts and sustainability festival that happens throughout the month of September. It is rooted in traditions of Asian Mid-Autumn Festivals, which celebrate the harvest moon and harvest abundance. Moon Festival exhibits hundreds of Vancouver’s emerging and professional artists, showcases the natural beauty of one of Vancouver’s only above ground streams in a natural forest, the Renfrew Ravine, and shares art, cultural and sustainability workshops with the community. 2022 marks the 20th anniversary of the Moon Festival!

The Role
This Moon Festival Production Manager works with the Artistic Director, Communications Manager and Operations Manager, to produce the Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival. The Artistic Director guides the concept and vision for the Festival and the Production Manager oversees, manages and executes the Festival. The chosen candidate will have experience running large events, festivals or conferences. They are a strong communicator, comfortable managing and delegating, highly organized, value arts and cultural development, and understand the logistics of running large-scale events.

Major events that the Production Manager will be in charge of include the Harvest Fair, Consciousnesses of Streams Finale, Streamside Lantern Installation and the Lost Stream Parade.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage festival logistics; artists, workshops, technical rentals, contract personnel, tech crews, riggers, drivers, event supplies, legal/government documents (including permits), safety and event protocols, production schedules, crew training, etc. 
  • Lead and manage main festival: support on-site managers and artists, manage timelines (truck schedule, pick up schedules, and food schedules) and be responsive to the needs of major festival days
  • Oversee Moon Festival marketing and communications; call for artists and volunteers, festival program, merchandise, etc.
  • Liaise with community partners, sponsors, and partners
  • Conceptualize Moon Festival in collaboration with the Artistic Director
  • Guide/lead the Youth Committee who helps organize parts of the Harvest Fair
  • Co-facilitate lantern, and other art-making workshops, if appropriate
  • Coordinate and lead festival evaluation, including sending surveys to attendees, participating artists and volunteers, and leading team feedback session post-festival
  • Support funding initiatives for Moon Festival through grants, foundations and/or corporate sponsorships; Complete final reports
  • Hire and train Moon Festival Assistant and Volunteer Coordinator
  • Maintain documentation, Google Drive and logistical documents; event statistics, production manual, festival spreadsheets, etc. 
  • Organize and keep track of Moon Festival inventory
  • During festival off-season, manage Still Moon costume rentals and artist contractors for external events 

Qualifications and Skills

  • Experience managing/producing large festivals, events or conferences
  • Experience managing and providing oversight/direction for people
  • Experience with coordination; organizing and scheduling, liaising between parties, delegating tasks, providing support and mentorship to volunteers and festival staff; leads by example
  • Excellent English written/verbal communication; second language (particularly Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Punjabi and/or Tagalog) an asset
  • Experience planning accessible programs and events, an asset
  • Excellent organizational skills, including time management and prioritization
  • Proficient in G-Suite (Google Drive, GoogleSheets, GoogleDocs); experience with Asana an asset
  • Able to work in varying environments (fast pace, collaborative working, remote)
  • Able to work independently, set own deadlines, and take initiative
  • Knowledge of Chinese culture and heritage (especially in relation to Moon Festival), an asset
  • Knowledge of principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Post-secondary studies in event planning or a related field, an asset
  • Drivers license and/or access to a car, an asset

Salary: $ 36,400 ($25/hr) – $ 37,128 ($25.5/hr)

Intangibles: 3 weeks vacation, winter holiday office closure, sick / personal wellness days, flexible working hours, garden meetings with the team, a collaborative and positive working environment

Start Date: Pending, March 16th

Schedule: Averaging 28hrs/week throughout the year; hours / week vary, season dependant; September and months leading up to the festival will require 30-35+ hours

Location: Renfrew-Collingwood Community, Vancouver

Note: Personal computer and phone, required

Please submit your resume and cover letter by February 18th, to  at lindy@stillmoonarts.ca. Please note this position will stay open until the right candidate is found.

Still Moon Arts is committed to creating a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We value the leadership of people who have been historically and systemically marginalized and strongly encourage racialized, Indigenous, persons with disabilities and LGBTQA12+ candidates to apply for the role.

COVID-19: Still Moon is responding in accordance to government and health official recommendations. A combination of on-site and remote work is required.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
Salary: $ 36,400 ($25/hr) – $ 37,128 ($25.5/hr)
Application Deadline: 
Friday, February 18, 2022
Start Date: 
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
City: 
Vancouver
Province: 
British Columbia
Education Level: 
High School
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://stillmoonarts.ca/now-hiring-moon-festival-production-manager/

Director, Visitor Experience

Director, Visitor Experience

Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned artistic, educational and recreational programming across a beautiful 10-acre campus at the heart of Toronto’s waterfront. For more than 45 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world, presenting thousands of events annually from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design, to visual arts and more. Welcoming visitors year-round, there is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre!

 

We are currently looking to bring on board a motivating, forward-thinking, dynamic and top-notch service-oriented Director, Visitor Experience to manage and direct all activities related to the Visitor Experience and the delivery of exemplary customer service befitting Harbourfront Centre at all venues and events.

Position Title: Director, Visitor Experience
Department: Marketing, Programming department in the interim
Reporting to: Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Programming Officer in the interim
Direct Reports: Manager, Hospitality, Manager, Visitor Services, and Manager, Volunteer Resources
Type of Employment: Full-Time

Role Overview

The Director, Visitor Experience, has overall leadership accountability for the people leadership, operational and tactical management of the Visitor Experience team. Areas of accountability include Hospitality, Front of House, /Guest Services (Ticketing, Info and Accessibility), and Volunteer Resources. This role plays a key leadership role in the development, management, and implementation of long-term strategic planning for major organizational priorities and initiatives to ensure Harbourfront Centre meets its strategic goals and maintains operational, programming and service integrity.

Duties

  •     Manage the areas of Ticketing, Info Desk, Front of House, Food & Beverage/Hospitality, Accessibility Services and Volunteers.
  •     Provide leadership to workforce planning, hiring, managing, and developing staff, maximizing their potential to meet business needs.
  •     Develop best practices in Visitor Experience and coach service staff to adhere to these best practices.
  •     Maintain awareness of visitor needs and attend to visitor complaints in an effort to achieve high visitor satisfaction levels.
  •     Create and direct long- and short-term departmental goals and objectives.
  •     Manage all departmental budgets and expenditures. Make recommendations to Sr. Management on Capital purchases.
  •     Manage AGCO relationship, Liquor Sales Licenses, Special Occasion Permits.
  •     Work with Grounds and Site Operations to ensure, venues and workspaces/practices comply with all relevant Federal, Provincial, and Municipal codes and policies.
  •     Manage the day-to-day relationship with Food&Beverage tenant Boxcar Social as required.
  •     Support the departmental management team, standing in for them required.
  •     Communicate with senior executives about Visitor Experience issues, as well as successes, through informal channels, written reports, and formal presentations.
  •     Maintain detailed records on Visitor Experience as well as staff development.
  •     Support the development of, and adherence to, Human Resources and Health & Safety initiatives, policies, and procedures.
  •     Work cooperatively and professionally to achieve outcomes that align with Harbourfront Centre Vision and Values.
  •     Collaborate with other departments to align the goals of the Visitor Experience department with other areas of the business.

Skills & Requirements

  •     Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Hospitality Management or relevant field.
  •     3 – 5 years’ leadership and management experience in service/hospitality industry.
  •     Demonstrated experience in customer relationship management and overseeing visitor engagement and satisfaction, preferably in the live entertainment or cultural sector.
  •     Demonstrated track record in hiring, motivating and developing effective frontline and visitor support teams to deliver exceptional service and be great ambassadors of the organization.
  •     Familiarity and experience with ticketing best management practices, reporting, and ticket sales/financial reconciliations. Knowledge of Tessitura is considered an asset.
  •     Experience in Volunteer outreach practices.
  •     Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, and database management.
  •     Must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with many different teams.
  •     Demonstrated experience in executive level interaction.
  •     Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with festivals and events.
  •     Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required in dealing with outside peers, the general public and media, and diverse communities.
  •     Excellent demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and programs.
  •     Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability in dealing and collaborating with diverse communities, and other departments.
  •     Experience with creating, enforcing, and analyzing budgets for various locations.
  •     Strong familiarity with local health and safety statutes and regulations.
  •     Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Non-Canadian applicants must have a valid employment Visa and proper documentation authorizing their ability to work in Canada.
  •     This role is based in Toronto. Remote work from home is currently in place, however when a return-to-work directive is communicated, the candidate must be able to work on site at our downtown lakeside campus.
  •     Harbourfront Centre recognizes its heightened duty to protect employees from health and safety risks during the current pandemic. As such, an offer of employment shall be conditional on proof of full COVID-19 vaccination with a vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization.

Our Values

Open
We’re friendly, welcoming and inclusive, with an experimental attitude that thrives on collaboration.

Brave
To achieve our bold ambition we empower and support imaginative risk and we always try to learn from our mistakes.

Rigorous
We are committed to excellence in all we do, ensuring every visitor encounter is safe, memorable and enriching.

Kind
We value and respect each other and all our visitors, celebrating difference and striving to realise potential.
 

Apply

Harbourfront Centre values and is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in our teams, creative communities, programmes and services. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Acceptable applications must include a current resume and a cover letter indicating why you wish to join the team, how you would meet the criteria of what we are seeking, and your salary expectation.

Qualified applicants can submit their candidacy by contacting jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com by no later than February 25, 2022.  Please quote Director, Visitor Experience in the subject line of the application.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Suitable accomodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
75K-90K
Application Deadline: 
Friday, February 25, 2022
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail

Administrative Assistant

The Society for Talent Education is looking for an Administrative Assistant who is a detail orientated, driven, and reliable candidate to join the Music Director and the Administrator in managing the Alberta Summer Suzuki Institute. 

A successful candidate must be proficient with: Excel, Word, Adobe, Social Media (Facebook, Instagram) and possess excellent writing skills. Basic Publisher skills, marketing, and WordPress are a welcome addition.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $2,000.00 for the project, approximately 90 hours.

Schedule:
• March to August
• Weekend availability during the Institute (July 25 to August 2)

Education:
Currently a student in:
• Business
• Administration
• Marketing
• Communication
• Arts
• Music

Experience:
• Relevant experience in the field

Duties:
• Dealing with email inquiries
• Arranging and scheduling classes and events
• Data entry and analysis
• Digital marketing
• Organizing travel and accommodation
• Providing administrative support to Music Director and Administrator

Work remotely:
• Yes, partially
More information about the event can be found here: https://suzukiassociation.org/events/loc/alberta-summer-suzuki-institute/

Please email cover letter and resume to musicdirector@ste-suzukistrings.org

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
22$ per hour
Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 28, 2022
Start Date: 
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Edmonton
Province: 
Alberta
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

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