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Various
Toronto International Film Festival
Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the Toronto International Film Festival. The Human Resources department coordinates the hiring for all divisions and departments at TIFF. http://www.tiff.net/jobs
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Volunteer Coordinator
Quinte Arts Council
Application Deadline: Friday February 03, 2012
Website: http://www.quinteartscouncil.org
Term: Full-time
Location: Belleville, Ontario
Salary: $25,000 to $27,300 per annum
Start Date: Feb 20, 2012
Job Description
The Quinte Arts Council has received a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to hire a Volunteer coordinator to develop and implement the organization’s Volunteer policies and procedures.
This is a two-year, full time contract position and the successful candidate will also be responsible for volunteer recruitment for Quinte Arts Council’s operations and special events as well as establishing the volunteer database using Volunteer Impact Software.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who has three to five years experience within a non-profit agency and:
Post Secondary diploma/degree in Volunteer management and/or equivalent job experience
Knowledge and experience in assessing volunteer requirements and developing volunteer policy and procedures to meet these identified needs
Excellent communication and people skills
Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office Pro computer software and use of database systems
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle and an up to date CPIC
Dedication to the commitment of volunteerism
Additional Information
Visit www.quinteartscouncil.org for complete job description.
Please send cover letter and resume to feeney@quiteartscouncil.org or mail to Carol Feeney, Executive Director, Quinte Arts Council, 36 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontario P.O. Box 22113, K8N 2Z5 by 5 p.m. February 3, 2012.
Organization Description
The Quinte Arts Council is a registered charitable arts organization working to develop, integrate and promote a creative culture and artistic opportunities in our community. Our goal is to raise awareness for the value of creativity and atristic expression within our region through programs and services that engage and nurture local artists.
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Marketing/Communications Assistant
MacLarenArtCentre
Application deadline: February 3, 2012
The MacLarenArtCentre seeks a Marketing/Communications Assistant to work in a dynamic and creative environment. Reporting to the Director of Development and Marketing, the Marketing/Communications Assistant will oversee print and electronic communications, advertising media, internal communications, website updates, social media and tourism-related activities. The Marketing/Communications Assistant will also assist the Director of Development and Marketing with the implementation of a communications strategy to build audiences for programmes, events and services; will ensure the consistent brand and character of MacLaren communications; and will build a positive media and public profile for the Centre.
Qualifications
• A post-secondary degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
• A degree/background in art history is desirable
• Ideally two years professional experience in a marketing/communications/media relations position
• Experience in the visual arts and/or non-profit sector are highly desirable
• Superior communication skills, oral and written, with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and the ability to multi-task
• Exceptional computer skills including graphic design skills, data-base management and web content management and social media networking tools, and fluency with Microsoft Office, Adobe CS software and Drupal
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with visual arts experts, as well as general-interest media
• Knowledge of the functioning of the news media and experience in working effectively with reporters and editors
• Police record check and vulnerable sector screening
The deadline for applications is February 3, 2012, 5:00 pm
This is a full-time, permanent position, 40 hour per week. Start date: April 2, 2012. Please send your cover letter, resume and three employment related references to: Sue-Ellen Boyes, Director of Development and Marketing, MacLarenArtCentre, 37 Mulcaster Street, Barrie, ON L4M 3M2 or by email to: sue.ellen@maclarenart.com
About the MacLarenArtCentre
The MacLarenArtCentre is the regional public art gallery serving the residents of Barrie, the County of Simcoe and the surrounding area. The Gallery has a permanent collection of 26,600 works of art held in trust for the public and presents a year-round programme of world-class exhibitions, public art projects, education activities and special events. The MacLaren is housed in an award-winning building in downtown Barrie. This architectural landmark combines a renovated 1917 Carnegie library with a contemporary addition designed by Siamak Hariri of Hariri Pontarini Architects. The complex includes multiple galleries, an education centre, a sculpture courtyard, café, gift shop and framing department. As a cornerstone of culture for Barrie, the MacLaren is a visual arts centre that adds to the social, intellectual, creative and economic fabric of this community; it is a central meeting place, a destination for visitors from across the province, and a catalyst for downtown revitalization contributing to the success and vitality of this city. The MacLaren is open to the public seven days week, excluding statutory holidays. Admission is by voluntary donation. The building is wheel chair accessible. Adjacent parking is ample.
The MacLarenArtCentre is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants but must advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please. For more information, visit www.maclarenart.com.
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Communications Manager
Business for the Arts
Application Deadline: Tuesday February 07, 2012
Website: http://www.businessforthearts.org
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto
Salary: $50,000
Job Description
Business for the Arts is looking for a Communications Manager to develop and execute multi-year, multi-pronged and pro-active communications strategy for the organization and its programs in consultation with the President and CEO. We are looking for someone who is highly professional, detail-oriented, creative and has experience with graphic design, website management and print/electronic content development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for both the arts and business communities.
THE ORGANIZTION
Business for the Arts is Canada’s national association of business leaders who support the arts. Our mission is to strengthen arts and culture in Canada by building partnerships between our business and arts communities. We help arts organizations connect with funders and volunteers in the private sector, communicate the value of investing in the arts through our research, publications and advocacy work and recognize great business leaders in the arts through our awards program and media partnerships.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and implement overall communications strategies/plans annually and on a project by project basis with cost effective strategies and tactics that will: build awareness of Business for the Arts and increase public understanding of the importance of investing in the arts.
• Create, design, translate, edit, and manage production of all print and electronic communication materials in English and French to effectively support the communication goals of Business for the Arts and to convey the organization's mission to diverse constituencies.
• Lead, update and manage the organization’s website, blog, Facebook and Twitter accounts.
• Manage media relations activities including writing press releases, pitching, overseeing incoming media requests, media monitoring and building and maintaining relationships with the media.
• Manage relationships with any external communications suppliers (writing, print, video, etc.) and work of contractors, freelancers and vendors.
• Develop guidelines to maintain integrity of BftA’s communication materials and provide oversight and support to program chapters as they maintain their web pages.
• Maintain BftA’s branding materials including logos, fonts and graphics.
• Collate and analyze media coverage.
• Catalogue and archive press-clippings, photos, past event programs, etc.
Key program area for communications support:
• Build awareness and manage the flow of information to the public for artsVest, a matching incentive and sponsorship training program that builds partnerships between business and art sectors.
• Write and edit in-house newsletters, articles, grant final reports and annual reports.
• Manage all print and electronic materials, including bilingual website, blog, Facebook and Twitter accounts for artsVest program.
• Write and translate program and grant related materials from English to French.
• Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media.
• Assist in managing and updating databases.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• At least three+ years experience in communications role, preferably within the arts not-for-profit or charitable sector.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in communications/public relations, journalism, or marketing, or professional experience equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of traditional and social media tools and demonstrated experience in successful media strategy implementation.
• Superior communication, research and writing skills in English and in French (please provide two writing samples: one in English and one in French).
• Demonstrated experience in creative web design, graphic design and knowledge of desktop publishing for in-house graphics design and production.
• Proficiency in Adobe CS4 (in particular: InDesign and Photoshop).
• Proficiency in Web Administration (in particular working with Wordpress).
• Proficiency in Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & Flickr.
• Experience using a Content Management System.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills (responsible for accuracy of materials regarding grammar, punctuation, syntax and style).
• Extensive experience in forming relationships with and working with media at all levels.
• Flexible, ability to work in fast paced environment with minimal supervision within strict deadlines in a creative, open-concept office.
• Build awareness and manage the flow of information to the public for artsVest, a matching incentive and sponsorship training program that builds partnerships between business and art sectors.
• Write and edit in-house newsletters, articles, grant final reports and annual reports.
• Manage all print and electronic materials, including bilingual website, blog, Facebook and Twitter accounts for artsVest program.
• Write and translate program and grant related materials from English to French.
• Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media.
• Assist in managing and updating databases.
Additional Information
Please email resume and cover letter to Aida Aydinyan, National Operations Manager at a_aydinyan@businessforthearts.org.
Organization Description
Business for the Arts is Canada’s national association of business leaders who support the arts. Our mission is to strengthen arts and culture in Canada by building partnerships between the private and cultural sectors. We help arts organizations connect with funders and volunteers in the private sector, communicate the value of investing in the arts through our research, publications and advocacy work and recognize great business leaders in the arts through our awards program and media partnerships. For more information, visit www.businessforthearts.org.
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Directeur/rice
Le Laboratoire d'Art
Application Deadline: Wednesday February 08, 2012
Website: http://www.lelabo.ca
Term: Contract
Location: Toronto
Salary: selon expérience
Start Date: Mar 01, 2012
Job Description
Le Labo
Offre d’emploi : Directeur/rice
Date limite : 8 février 2012
Le Labo est à la recherche d’une personne devant assurer la direction générale de l’organisme. Le/la titulaire du poste est en charge de la gestion administrative et financière du Labo et présente régulièrement l’état d’avancement des programmes et projets à son conseil d’administration.
S’attardant sur les sensibilités et réalités uniques de la culture francophone, Le Labo facilite les projets francophones en arts médiatiques et pratiques interdisciplinaires en mettant l’accent sur la création, l’innovation, la production, les programmes éducatifs, la collaboration et la diffusion. En plus de l’accès à un lieu d’incubation concret et à un équipement professionnel, sa programmation comprend des ateliers, mentorats, résidences, expositions/installations, ainsi que des rencontres et partenariats.
Les responsabilités du poste sur s’étendent plusieurs domaines et comprennent les tâches suivantes:
• Responsable de la gestion financière de l’organisme
• Prise en charge des demandes de subvention et des rapports
• Gestion du lieu, des équipements et du personnel intervenant
• Coordination de la programmation ainsi que des évènements
• Mise en place de collaborations avec des organismes parallèles
• Développement de la membriété, de l’auditoire et accroissement de la visibilité du Labo
• Obtention de financements supplémentaires
Requirements
• Baccalauréat en arts ou expérience dans un domaine connexe
• Expérience en gestion administrative, connaissances budgétaires approfondies
• Expérience en rédaction de demande de subvention
• Connaissance du milieu des arts médiatiques et contemporains
• Expérience de coordination d’expositions, d’événements et de projets
• Excellente maitrise écrite et verbale du français et de l’anglais
• Connaissance de l’environnement Macintosh et facilité avec les logiciel de traitement d’image un atout
• Connaissance des milieux éducatifs et des programmes de mentorats
• Flexibilité d’horaire, soirées et fins de semaines
Additional Information
Ce contrat est de minimum 30h/semaine. Salaire selon expérience.
Date limite pour appliquer : 8 février 2012.
Pour candidater, veuillez faire parvenir par courriel, un curriculum vitae, une lettre d’intention ainsi que trois références à l’adresse suivante :
ca@lelabo.ca
Merci à toutes les personnes qui appliquent. Veuillez noter que seules les personnes retenues pour une entrevue seront contactées.
Le Labo est un employeur équitable.
Send Submissions To:
55, rue Mill
Édifice Cannery # 58
Suite Studio 317
Toronto Ontario
Canada M5A 3C4
e: ca@lelabo.ca
Organization Description
S’attardant sur les sensibilités et réalités uniques de la culture francophone, Le Labo facilite les projets francophones en arts médiatiques, nouveaux médias et pratiques interdisciplinaires en mettant l’accent sur la recherche, la production, l’innovation, la formation, la collaboration et la diffusion. En plus de l’accès à un lieu d’incubation concret et à un équipement professionnel, sa programmation comprend des résidences, expositions/installations, des ateliers et conférences, ainsi que des rencontres et partenariats.
Le Labo is a francophone artist-run centre facilitating production of new media artwork by engaging in research, production, experimentation, training, collaboration and dissemination. Providing it's members with a new media production space and technological facilities, Le Labo also presents an annual calendar of events that includes residencies, exhibitions/installations, workshops, artist talks and lectures.
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Curator
Ontario Art Collection
Application deadline: February 9, 2012
If you have proven your ability to build strong relationships and get results coordinating important programs and have experience with curatorial practices, consider this position where you will play a key role in administering the Government of Ontario art collection.
You will:
• coordinate conservation and preservation services ensuring adherence to professional standards
• manage relationships with senior government officials and donors
• contribute to and provide advice and interpretation on art policy related to acquisitions and donations to collections
• conduct research, coordinate acquisitions and respond to inquiries
• oversee the accession of incoming works ensuring adherence to archival standards
• manage the art collection database
Location: 134 Ian MacDonald Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario
What we are looking for:
Technical Knowledge:
• you have knowledge of art or art history methods and techniques including museum practices and accession, deaccession and disposition methods and techniques to provide expertise in Canadian art and its preservation and plan and coordinate all aspects of the Government of Ontario Art Collection
• you have knowledge of art conservation and preservation methods to ensure the acquisition and oversight of external service providers responsible for art collection preservation and conservation
• you have computer proficiency to manage the online art collection visual database
Project Management Skills:
• you have organizational, priority setting and project management skills to plan and coordinate all aspects of the Government of Ontario Art Collection comprising approximately 2,500 original works of art in over 75 government buildings across the province including overseeing the annual inventory management
• you have researching, reviewing and evaluating skills to plan and coordinate the acquisition of artworks, ensure they meet the requirements for national and provincial significance and showcase Ontario artists
Communication & Client Relationship Skills:
• you have problem-solving skills to resolve a range of customer service-related issues involving the art collection, its loans, preservation, conservation and administrative management
• you have oral communication skills to negotiate art collection loans with senior officials, donors and other parties to discuss and negotiate donations of art
• you have written communication skills to draft guidelines and processes for the acquisition and/or receipt of donations to the collections within the government's art policy
Judgment And Decision-Making Skills:
• you have the ability to work within sound practices and professional methods and processes for the accession, deaccession and disposition of art collection and the mandate of the Archives of Ontario as the holder of the Government of Ontario Art Collection
• you have the ability to demonstrate latitude in decision-making by administering all requirements for the collection ranging from the annual inventory to ensuring preservation and conservation, in planning and coordinating the acquisition of artworks, accessioning incoming works and preparing artwork for loans
Salary range: $1,254.21 – $1,445.85 per week
Please apply online, by February 9, 2012, by visiting www.ontario.ca/careers and entering Job ID 40937 in the Job ID search field. Please follow the instructions to submit your application online. Faxes are not being accepted at this time. If you need employment accommodation, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
www.ontario.ca/careers
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Online Communications Manager
Artscape
Application Deadline: Friday February 10, 2012
Website: http://www.torontoartscape.org
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto – Liberty Village
Salary: Salary
Start Date: Mar 01, 2012
Job Description
Artscape is currently seeking a qualified individual as Online Communications Manager, to lead the planning, coordination, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of Artscape’s online and digital communications.
Artscape currently manages three online properties: www.torontoartscape.org, www.artscapediy.org and www.artscapeeventservices.ca, a presence on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Google+, Vimeo and Youtube social media channels and ongoing email communications to its stakeholders. In the coming year, Artscape is set to expand its online properties to include websites for the Regent Park Arts & Cultural Centre and Artscape YOUNGplace, in addition to interactive digital screens at multiple locations.
Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Online Communications Manager will be a key member of a dynamic five-person Communications Department and will work collaboratively with other departments within the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project manages the development of new online properties and digital tools
- Leads the development of strategies, plans and tactics as they relate to Artscape’s web and social media properties
- Provides creative and digital content support for multiple online properties with differing stakeholder markets, creates and executes marketing collateral, including online ads, email campaigns
- Interacts directly with various departments to ensure online needs have been articulated
- Manages the flow of updates to all Artscape online properties and social media channels, cross-pollinating content across online properties where required, repurposes content for multiple communications channels
- Manages and develops institutional guidelines for social media content, engagement and participation, ensures brand consistency and integrity, acts as a spokesperson in social media channels
- Creates policies and trains Artscape staff in content creation, content management system management and social media community management
- Monitors performance using online analytics tools and identifies emerging trends and best practices
- Manages relationships with technical consultants to provide solutions for content challenges and opportunities
- Ongoing development and maintenance of plain-language style guide
- Monitor communications operating procedures and demonstrate initiative in making recommendations for improvement
- Develops work plans and budgets, implementing actions and monitoring results, including ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget
- Coordinates content and technical requirements for digital displays at Artscape facilities
- Supports additional editorial management, planning, writing and copyediting of marketing and communications materials as required
- Supports event planning activities as required
- Supports multimedia library organization and maintenance
Requirements
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Essential:
- Experienced in project management of complex and/or online websites and tools including the ability to define content priorities, create initial wireframes, source and hire vendors and guide the project team through the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrable experience with HTML, web-based CMS (Drupal, Joomla, Kentico, Wordpress or other) and managing multiple online properties.
- Proven ability to manage multiple communities across social media tools (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Vimeo, Youtube) and use monitoring systems (Radian6, HootSuite, etc).
- Truly “lives” online, with an advanced understanding of online tools (i.e. WuFoo Forms, MailChimp, Google Webmaster Tools) and how to use them to facilitate data/info capture and sharing.
- Fully confident in the use of Microsoft Office Professional and CS5 applications, with an understanding of and ability to work in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator..
Desirable:
- Database management and experience establishing and/or conforming to best practices (Raiser’s Edge or other), InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, film editing (Premiere or other)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, liberal arts or the equivalent mix of education and experience
- Language: Fluent in English (written and spoken). Other languages would be considered an asset.
EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of five years experience creating integrated solutions for online and print marketing communications
- Strategic planner, compelling copywriter and master content planner
- Demonstrated experience in project management and coordination
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Has knowledge about, and passion for, the intersection of culture, community building, economic development and urban regeneration
- Demonstrated experience in web-based content and design principles, web writing styles, web implementation tools, accessibility standards
- Familiarity with multimedia storage, organization and handling of large volumes of files, asset libraries and copy decks
- Familiarity with email marketing concepts and systems, online conference and webinars, digital video editing, advancing mobile technologies
- Creative Commons knowledge
PERSONAL SKILLS
- A generalist and fast learner – always keen to expand their skills and knowledge
- Proven excellent written, graphic and oral communication skills
- Highly organized and posses capacity for critical thinking
- Focused on results – a sense of urgency, self motivated, and a disciplined doer
- A confident and personable communicator
- A multi-tasker – able to juggle multiple priorities
- Our work environment demands a commitment to quality, ability to meet tight deadlines, and a willingness to work in an open-concept, team-oriented atmosphere
Additional Information
Deadline for Applications: February 10, 2012 at 12:00 noon
TO APPLY
Please respond with a cover letter outlining the skills, qualifications and experience you would bring to the position as well as your salary expectations; and a resume.
Applications will be received in confidence by mail, courier or email only and should be forwarded to:
Attention: Human Resources, Online Communications Manager Submission
Artscape
Suite 224, 171 East Liberty Street
Toronto, ON M6K 3P6
info@torontoartscape.on.ca
No phone calls please. We thank all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted directly.
Artscape is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in all its work. We work proactively to be fair and equitable in practice and to build diversity into our teams, creative communities, programs and services.
Organization Description
Artscape makes space for creativity and transforms communities. Artscape operates as a social enterprise and is comprised of 3 not-for-profit organizations: a development arm, a charity, and a housing provider. Artscape projects provide affordable space for creativity while generating positive cultural, economic, social and environmental impacts.
Since its inception in 1986, Artscape has transformed a portfolio of underutilized buildings across Toronto into dynamic community assets that serve to enable innovation and creativity, including the award-winning Artscape Wychwood Barns and multi-tenant arts facilities in the Queen Street West, Liberty Village, Toronto Island and Distillery Historic District neighbourhoods. Collectively, Artscape manages 10 buildings for 863 artist and cultural worker tenants and owners in 417,000 square feet of space.
Artscape is currently developing Artscape Shaw Street Centre, a 75,000 square foot centre for creative collaboration for artists and arts, community and social mission organizations in the West Queen West neighbourhood, and Regent Park Arts & Cultural Centre, a 60,000 square foot new-build project located in the heart of the Regent Park community revitalization project. While Artscape’s development work is focused in Toronto, it shares its expertise with communities across Canada and internationally through its Knowledge Exchange program. This program delivers tools, expands thinking and inspires action in communities large and small through mentoring and coaching, conferences, workshops, research and reports, publications, and online resources.
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Special Events Porter
Design Exchange
Application Deadline: Friday February 10, 2012
Website: http://www.dx.org
Term: Part-time
Location: Design Exchange
Salary: $13/hour
Job Description
Special Event Porters are required to execute:
- Event set up and/or dismantles as per instructions from Special Events team and/or DX staff
- General clean up of event related rooms and facility
- Cover other positions when necessary (coat check, ticket sales, security, etc)
- Physical labor
- Aid clients, catering, suppliers, and other staff with any event details before, during and after an event
- Some assistance may be required to help in installations/strikes of museum exhibitions
Requirements
- Professionalism at all times
- Some heavy lifting may be required at times
- Dress according to DX dress code that caters to corporate clientele: clean, professional appearance (no loud jewelry, no facial piercing, etc)
- Must arrive 15 minutes prior to their shift
- Must be proficient in speaking and writing in English (completion of high school is a must)
- Must be flexible to work weekdays and some weekends, at any time, as well as early mornings and late nights if needed
- Knowing when you are scheduled to work and being accessible for last minute shifts or changes (accessibility via cell phone preferred)
- Willing to become knowledgeable of the facility and surrounding area (ex. getting to loading docks, where to buy bar garnishes, etc)
- Attention to detail and awareness of your surroundings for security and safety reasons
- Be the right-hand to the Event Coordinator and Event Supervisor
Additional Information
Please send your resume via email to charity@dx.org. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Organization Description
Design Exchange is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting design and innovation in Canada and around the world. The renovated building (formerly the Toronto Stock Exchange) is now an unrivaled resource within the city of Toronto. The building's art moderne style of architecture conveys a sense of exclusivity and achievement. Mixing business meetings, conferences, product launches and a variety of social events, the Design Exchange is a lively venue showered in style and focused on service.
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Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs
Koffler Centre of the Arts
Application Deadline: Friday February 10, 2012
Website: http://www.kofflerarts.org
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto
Start Date: Mar 01, 2012
Job Description
Koffler Centre of the Arts is Canada’s only multidisciplinary, contemporary Jewish cultural institution, with a broad mandate to serve all and present a wide range of artistic programs through a global lens in a specifically Canadian context. The Koffler’s unique mix of programs and exhibitions examine the arts across disciplines and cultures in a way that strengthens identity while encouraging an appreciation of difference, aiming to bring people together to create a more civil and global society.
The Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs of the Koffler Centre of the Arts is a full-time, senior position reporting to the Executive Director. The Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs is responsible for developing, scheduling, contracting and producing literary, film, theatre, dance, global music, current affairs, symposia, and festivals for adults and children often in conjunction with Koffler Gallery exhibitions and the Koffler’s education department. S/he works collaboratively with the Koffler professional team to shape the artistic agenda for the Koffler.
The Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs will be responsible for strategic planning, development, budgeting, and fundraising efforts for programs described above at multiple sites in the GTA, including those at the UJA Sherman Campus (Sheppard and Bathurst), Artscape YOUNGplace (where the Koffler Gallery and Koffler administrative offices will be relocated in late 2012, and at the UJA Lebovic Campus in Vaughn. S/he will prepare and manage multiyear program budgets, logistics, schedules, and artist and venue contracts and be responsible for creating successful business and content strategies with an emphasis on building a robust repertoire of programs, a strong and loyal audience, and increasingly new and diverse audiences. S/he will work to ensure increasing recognition and support for the full range of Koffler programs and be able to articulate goals and objectives as well as strategies for reaching them.
The Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs will supervise the Programs and Outreach Assistant and will work closely with the Director of the Toronto Jewish Book Festival, the Curator of the Koffler Gallery, the Education Coordinators, the Head of Communications and Marketing, and the Director of Development as part of the senior professional team.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have minimum 4 years experience in cultural programming, an advanced degree in art, art history or related fields and have demonstrated strong leadership and imaginative approaches to content and audience development. Experience working in small organizations with limited budgets and many projects at once is a plus. Knowledge of contemporary Jewish arts and culture is preferred. The Curator of Multidisciplinary Programs will need experience working with cultural institutions, knowledge of the Toronto and Canada arts scene, excellent people skills, administrative skills, grant writing abilities, and ability to balance business development with content goals. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, a good sense of humor, capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously are a must.
Application Deadline: February 10, 2012, 5 PM.
Please send a cover letter, CV and a short writing sample via e-mail or mail to:
Tony Hewer
Head of Communications and Marketing
Koffler Centre of the Arts
4588 Bathurst Street
Toronto, ON, M2R 1W6
thewer@kofflerarts.org
No phone calls please. We sincerely appreciate the interest of all who apply, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Organization Description
Koffler Centre of the Arts is Canada’s only multidisciplinary, contemporary Jewish cultural institution, with a broad mandate to serve all and present a wide range of artistic programs through a global lens in a specifically Canadian context. The Koffler’s unique mix of programs and exhibitions examine the arts across disciplines and cultures in a way that strengthens identity while encouraging an appreciation of difference, aiming to bring people together to create a more civil and global society.
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Executive Director
Museum at Campbell River
Application Deadline: Wednesday February 15, 2012
Website: http://www.crmuseum.ca
Term: Full-time
Location: Campbell River BC
Job Description
The Campbell River and District Museum and Archives Society is seeking a dynamic, forward thinking Executive Director.
Operated by a non-profit society, the Museum at Campbell River, the largest regional museum on Vancouver Island, is designated as an International Class ‘A’ museum and has received Provincial and Regional awards. Its mission is to collect, preserve and interpret the human history of the area. Permanent exhibits tell the story of local First Nations, early settlements, economic development, and coastal life on northern Vancouver Island and the surrounding islands and inlets.
Campbell River is a scenic ocean front city with a thriving arts and culture sector and access to abundant outdoor adventure pursuits.
The Executive Director is responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic vision for the Museum. Reporting to a Board of Trustees, the Executive Director advises the Board on policy development, implements policy, develops guidelines, and is responsible for day-to-day management of the Museum. The Executive Director strives to conserve and expand growth in existing funding and enhance community partnerships.
The Executive Director maintains constructive relationships with the Board, staff, the City of Campbell River, local First Nations, funding partners, and other stakeholders. As its senior manager and public representative, the Executive Director promotes the collections and programs offered by the Museum, and acts as its media spokesperson.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a related field, or equivalent experience and will possess the following core competencies:
• Leadership skills and proven experience appropriate to a senior management position, including operational and human resources management.
• The abilities and initiative to develop and implement a comprehensive strategic vision.
• A proven record of successful fundraising, with granting agencies and funding partners.
• Eagerness to cultivate respectful relationships with local First Nations.
• Demonstrated experience as an innovator and problem-solver.
• Skilled and confident public speaker.
• A history of community involvement.
• Proven experience working with or reporting to a governance board.
Additional Information
This senior management position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Apply
Please apply by e-mail to selection.committee@crmuseum.ca by 4:00 p.m. on February 15, 2012 with a resume and covering letter. For further information: http://www.crmuseum.ca.
Organization Description
World Class regional Museum on Vancouver Island, BC. Nine galleries of exhibits featuring First Nations history, Logging and Fishing history and coastal lifestyles. Large purpose built facility with capacity for temporary exhibits and rentals/special events. Gift Shop. Eleven staff.
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