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The Free Will Players Theatre Guild - Assistant Managing Director

Company profile

The Free Will Players Theatre Guild was formed in 1989 by a group of actors in a truly co-operative spirit with the mandate to produce the works of William Shakespeare.

The company runs the Freewill Shakespeare Festival, which has grown into a professional theatre festival with an annual audience of thousands. We stage outdoor productions every summer.

See www.freewillshakespeare.com.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Managing Director (AMD) is primarily responsible for assisting the Managing Director. The division of responsibilities between the Managing Director and the AMD may change over time according to the qualifications, comfort, and abilities of the AMD, and the needs of the company.

Year-round duties include:

• fundraising and liaising with donors, sponsors and patrons
• organizing fundraising and other special events
• liaising with vendors and service providers, and ordering product for the festival
• attending outside meetings
• assisting with grant applications
• other duties as assigned.

During the run of the Freewill Shakespeare Festival, the AMD is the main point of contact for on-site staff and volunteers.

In the lead-up to and during the festival, duties also include:

• hiring festival staff
• training and supervising staff and volunteers
• coordinating special events and fundraisers
• managing patrons and other users of the festival location
• being available on site to manage contingencies and emergencies

The AMD will be called on to run errands around the city, sometimes on short notice. Regular access to a vehicle is required.

The AMD is frequently required to work independently and is expected to seek the advice from the Managing Director and exercise good judgment.

Oversight

The AMD is a vital and trusted employee within the company. They report to the Managing Director. They may want to attend board meetings and report directly to the board, but this is not required.
Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in managing theatre companies, festivals, or not-for-profit organizations
• Experience in grant writing and advocacy
• Experience training and managing employees and volunteers
• A passion for the performing arts and Shakespeare
• An interest in advancing your skills and taking on new challenges
• Current standard first aid and ProServe certifications
• Be able to perform the physical demands of the job: lifting 20 lbs overhead, long periods of standing and walking on concrete, grass, and on slopes, long periods of outdoor work in various weather conditions, long periods of sitting, and other physically demanding duties

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $28,000 to $30,500. Freewill believes in investing in its employees. There may be opportunities for professional development where appropriate.

This is a permanent employee position. Hours of work are part time through most of the year and increase to full time in the month running up to and during the festival. Hours may be flexible, depending on the needs of the company and the Managing Director.

The AMD may work outside the company providing that they inform the Managing Director and the work does not interfere with their responsibilities to the company.

How to apply

The Free Will Players Theatre Guild does not just accept differences — we celebrate and thrive on them. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Please submit the following documents to md@freewillshakespeare.com:

1. letter of interest
2. résumé
3. reference letters (if desired, to a maximum of three)

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Since its inception in 1981, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) Travelling Exhibition (TREX) program strives to ensure every Albertan is provided with the opportunity to enjoy art exhibitions in their own communities in one of four TREX regions across the province.

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)  is seeking proposals from proponents such as non-commercial public art galleries and/or arts organizations with experience with public programming, art exhibition development/circulation of Alberta visual arts to manage the Travelling Exhibition Program (TREX) for the next five year contract term of April 1, 2025-March 31, 2030.  

Detailed information on the Request for Proposal (RFP), the Service Requirements and the Contract can be found on the Alberta Purchasing Connection website.

You will need to create a “Supplier” Profile on the Alberta Purchasing Connection website to view the opportunity and to ask questions. The Alberta Purchasing Connection Suppliers Registration portal can be found here:

APC Suppliers - Purchasing Connection

General Information on the Management of the Travelling Exhibition (TREX) Program Request for Proposal opportunity can be found here:

AB-2024-09293 - Posting - Purchasing Connection

Please note: All questions must be submitted through the Alberta Purchasing Connection Portal and will be posted publicly.

Please access and read the full Request for Proposals (“RFP”) Number RFP-AFA2024TR001, Management of the Travelling Exhibition (TREX) Program document before submitting questions.

We look forward to receiving your submissions. 

Job Oppertunity: Engagement & Outreach Coordinator

Application Deadline : Nov 15th, 2024
Location: Edmonton, AB (Remote)
Part time: 10 hrs / week

Join the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI) as our Engagement & Outreach Coordinator and help connect newcomer and immigrant arts professionals with Alberta’s vibrant arts community! If you're passionate about diversity, building community, and supporting immigrant and newcomer arts professionals, this role is for you!

Part-time (10 hrs/week) 

$20/hr 

Remote & flexible hours

Summary

The Engagement & Outreach Coordinator supports ICAI’s presence in the community. The individual will be a great communicator who can boldly talk about ICAI and its purpose, programs, and interests to community members and potential partners building relationships in an organic and community centric way.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Please note that support will be provided for all these tasks, especially if you are new to the arts community)

Engagement

• Create and implement an engagement strategy for ICAI Alberta expansion into other Alberta cities 
• Identify and establish relationship with diverse cultural, newcomer and immigrant groups with the goal of making them allies that would share information on ICAI programs 
• Identify and establish relationships with diverse arts organizations across the province with the purpose of expanding our programs
• Plan and deliver engagement events 'info sessions' to introduce us to the community and educate them on our purpose, plan, and programs. 
• Provide report of engagement and prepare on going work plan for the role
• May be asked to attend public events as required to provide education on who we are
• Connect with stakeholders and partners for engagement purposes
• Support engagement
• Other duties as assigned

Administration:

• Liaise with other team members to gather information and resources as needed
• Assist with grant and sponsorship applications
• Prepare reports on role as needed

Required Skills

• Research skills
• Good presentation skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Knowledge of the arts is an advantage but not compulsory
• Excellent working knowledge of Google drive

 Qualifications

• Related work experience in the nonprofit sector
• Team player, with ability to work independently

Additional details

• This is a part-time 10 hours/week contract position
• $20/hourly rate
• Must have regular access to a computer and the internet
• This is currently a work-from-home position with flexible hours

How To Apply:

Interested applications should be sent via email to admin@icaionline.org by Nov 15, 2024

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. In all aspects of the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.

Interviews will be conducted by Zoom.

We hire on the basis of merit, and are committed to the principle of equity, diversity and inclusion.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 

Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts (Rosebud) is seeking a creative, and energetic individual to serve as its next Artistic Director. Reporting to the Executive Director and  the Board of Governors, the Artistic Director will be responsible for developing and implementing the strategic direction for all artistic programming within the Theatre and School. The Artistic Director will be a leader in the Rosebud community with a strong desire to engage with the wider theatre, and theatre training, communities in Alberta and across Canada. The ideal candidate will understand and embrace Rosebud’s unique position in the cultural and spiritual landscape of the province, will offer an inspiring and unifying artistic vision for arts programming and training, and will have a drive to build public and private sector support to deliver on strategic artistic priorities and embrace collaboration with the Rosebud team to maximize earned and contributed revenue.

As the artistic leader of the organization, the Artistic Director will play an active role as a thought- partner to the Executive Director in planning for the organization’s overall advancement. Supporting and partnering with artists, staff, students, board and volunteers, the Artistic Director will operationalize the strategic plan while building a thriving, creative and diverse culture serving Rosebud patrons, students, artists, and the Rosebud community. The Artistic Director will conceptualize and implement a plan to continue to grow Rosebud’s artistic objectives, collaborating with the Executive Director and Board of Governors in devising and realizing successful artistic strategies for the future of the organization.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an artistic professional who can bring together their vision, experience, and passion for theatre to Rosebud. The Artistic Director must have an interest in training the next generation of storytellers and working with Rosebud School of the Arts and will want to invest themselves in the success and growth of Rosebud and its educational programs. The Artistic Director will be a person who will find personal fulfillment in being part of the future of Rosebud.

The Organization

In 1973, LaVerne Erickson, started the Rosebud Camp of the Arts as a summer outreach program for Calgary youth who had rarely been outside of the city. The summer programs soon expanded into weekend vacations throughout the school year and in 1977 the Rosebud Fine Arts High School was formed with five students attending.

As part of Rosebud’s centenary in 1983, the school’s drama department launched the Rosebud Historical Music Theatre. Staff and students wrote the play, rehearsed it, and performed it on an outdoor stage, drawing hundreds of interested theatre goers. Thus, began the widely acclaimed Rosebud Theatre which now attracts thousands annually to its productions.

Today, Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts encompasses a post-secondary guild school focused on professional training in various areas of theatre and a professional company producing five plays throughout the year in two venues, the Rosebud Opera House (seating capacity 232)and the Rosebud Studio Stage (Black Box Theatre, seating 65-95). Offering matinee and evening shows up to seven times a week, each Opera House performance includes a full buffet and live dinner music in the quaint setting of the historic Haskayne-Kenney Mercantile.

The mission of Rosebud is to enrich lives by offering grace and understanding through the art of storytelling, the practice of mentorship, and the gift of hospitality.

• The mandate of Rosebud Theatre is to produce professional live theatre that illustrates the beauty and complexity of life through an inclusive and grace-filled perspective while mentoring the next generation of theatre artists.
• The mandate of Rosebud School of the Arts is to provide arts training within a community of faith-based artists where students are equipped to be catalysts for transformation in our world.
• The mandate of Rosebud Mercantile is to provide generous hospitality to our patrons, employment for our students and community, and support for the Rosebud School of the Arts endeavours.

Our Core Values

• We value the adventure of grace embodied in the story of Jesus.
• We value community that cultivates diverse gifts and perspectives.
• We value curiosity as a path towards excellence and truth.
• We value being in the Rosebud valley: its beauty, its stories, and its people.

Artistic Director Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director in all financial matters, and to the Board of Governors in matters of artistic programming, the Artistic Director is the organization’s guiding artistic visionary and will cultivate relationships between the Theatre, the School and the Community. This individual will provide artistic leadership, theatre leadership, organizational management and administration, community building, mentorship and training, educational programs and will support the organization with creativity and vision in accordance with the strategic plan, objects, and all policies of the company.

Artistic Leadership

• Lead all elements of the successful presentation of Rosebud productions, special artistic events, collaborations, and co-productions whilst upholding the mission, vision, and values.
• Select and develop the annual season of productions and creatively balance artistic excellence with financial and operational realities.
• Oversee all casting and production-related activities for the organization, including putting together show-related creative teams.
• Serve as an artist within the season of artistic offerings by Rosebud (e.g., as a director, playwright, actor, designer, dramaturge, or other creative presence).
• Direct a minimum of two shows per season.
• Identify, assign, and manage all guest directors for Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts productions.
• Conceive of new, sustainable structures for building internal strengths to support artistic operations.
• Take an active role in production meetings and provide guidance and expertise for problem solving through the production process.
• Be active in Rosebud’s thriving theatre scene as a welcoming colleague, collaborating with other theatres in the region, provincially and across Canada as appropriate.
• Possess an interest in new play development and curate relationships with playwrights creating original work that may be in alignment with Rosebud’s vision and values..

Rosebud Leadership

Together with the Executive Director:

• Lead and act as an ambassador for Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts.
• Develop a positive workplace culture, leading by example to align with the brand, vision, mission, and values of Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts.
• Work collaboratively with the Management Team and the Board of Governors to implement
• the organization’s strategic plan identifying short and long term artistic and business goals, budgets, and operational plans.
• Work with the Executive Director on budgets, forecasts and reporting.
• Be a collaborative partner to the Executive Director in Board of Governor activities. Act as the primary artistic liaison to the Board of Governors, accountable for timely, accurate and transparent communication, and attend Board meetings as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with external industry partners, stakeholders (public and private funders) and producing partners.

Management and Administration

• Lead the artistic vision of the organization in a highly collaborative and communicative manner, always showing deep respect and appreciation to artists, staff, students, audiences, and stakeholders.
• Inspire staff to do their best work and support their professional development as individuals and as leaders within the theatre community.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director in all strategic planning processes.
•  Provide proactive leadership and management to artistic staff and maintain a positive working environment.
• Demonstrate critical and strategic thinking, and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Coordinate and conduct annual performance reviews for direct report staff members which include measurable results.
•  Develop and actively monitor artistic budgets and be accountable for their outcome.
• Create the seasonal production calendar in collaboration with the leadership team.
• Work collaboratively with Management and Staff to promote educational programs, and learning and artistic opportunities for students.
• Communicate with donors, sponsors, and subscribers throughout the season, inspiring their continued support.

Community Building

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the values of Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts by promoting and creating an environment where the good of the community is held in the highest regard, and the adventure of grace is evident in the ethos of the work.
• Create strong relationships and foster reciprocal community engagement between Rosebud and other theatres, arts organizations, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations within Rosebud, the region and beyond.
• Build networks with other theatres and search for the most exciting professional artists locally, regionally, and nationally.
• Lead by example by actively promoting a culture that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and community engagement.
• In collaboration with the marketing department, develop and implement marketing ideas for season productions.
• Serve as an ambassador for Rosebud in interviews, conferences, and public relations opportunities.
• Attend and participate in all of Rosebud’s major fundraising and patron events.

Mentorship & Training

• Ensure that Rosebud is offering programs and initiatives that prioritize accessibility for the entire community and artistic opportunities for both in the Theatre and the School.
• Support and provide creative inspiration for the Production Department to be a local leader for the stage and beyond.
• Serve as a sounding board for all departments to ensure that all programs and programming are fully integrated with all artistic activities and vision.
• Ensure that Rosebud is offering programs and initiatives that prioritize accessibility for the entire community and artistic opportunities for both in the Theatre and the School.

Education

• Support the programs of Rosebud School of the Arts (RSA), by providing artistic vision, mentorship, apprenticeship opportunities, and training throughout the season and curate a season of RSA student productions that facilitate opportunities for challenge and growth.
• Create apprenticeship opportunities for senior students during the Rosebud Theatre season.
• Teach advanced classes and/or direct student productions as appropriate.
• Support the mission of the School in providing arts training within a community of faith-based artists, where students are inspired to become catalysts for transformation in our world.

Embrace what makes RSA unique, such as:

• Every year students travel to New York City; London, England; or Canada’s West Coast to immerse themselves in theatre, workshops, and tours.
• Students can attain apprenticeship opportunities with Rosebud Theatre.
• Mentorship students receive acting and vocal coaching in small groups.
• Students train in a community of believing artists, each receiving personalized guidance, mentoring, and practical training to prepare them for a career in the performing arts; and students are supported because RSA is a place where inspiration abounds, and students are challenged in their life-long journey of integrating faith and art.

Traits and Characteristics

Proactive, dynamic, independent, self-motivated, detail and people-oriented, the Artistic Director will have exceptional artistic, social, verbal and written communication skills and value frequent interaction and collaboration with others. The Artistic Director will be an experienced and entrepreneurial professional with the vision to actively pursue Rosebud’s goals with creativity and determination and will have a high degree of personal accountability – with a commitment to exceeding expectations.

This individual will balance tasks and projects with a sense of urgency and possess superlative interpersonal and communication skills that articulate compelling verbal and written messages for support. A self-sufficient and self-managed arts professional with a highly organized approach, the Artistic Director will have the ability to achieve organizational objectives with artists, staff, students, board members, volunteers, donors, and prospective supporters. This individual will bring an affinity for Rosebud’s mission, vision and values along with a passion to positively impact the organization’s long-term success.

Other key Traits and Characteristics of the role include:

Leadership & Creativity – Organizing and inspiring people to support a vision while creating a sense of purpose and direction and the ability to creating innovative approaches with respect to programming, process, technologies and/or systems to achieve the desired result.

Faith & Ethos – As Rosebud is an organization with Christian faith as part of its core values, the Artistic Director’s creative work is informed by, and integrated with, their personal faith.

Teamwork, Mentorship and Interpersonal Skills – Cooperating with others to meet the objectives of the Theatre and the School and the ability to effectively communicate to build rapport while relating to many different people while facilitating, supporting and contributing to the professional growth of others in the organization.

Decision Making, Resiliency & Personal Accountability – Analyzing all aspects of a situation to make consistently sound and timely decisions with the ability to quickly recover from adversity and being answerable for personal actions.

Flexibility, Time and Priority Management – The acuity to prioritize and complete tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames while readily modifying, responding and adapting to change with minimal resistance.

Qualifications

As an organization offering post-secondary training, a degree in higher education is an asset. Qualified candidates will have 5 – 7 years of progressive professional experience at a leadership level with increasing responsibility in an artistic leadership role, in theatre, performing arts, or educational sector. Candidates must possess expertise in, and willingness to, mentor and develop the next generation of storytellers and must have the ability and desire to relocate to Rosebud.

Managing Director

W.P. Puppet Theatre Society
Work Arrangement: Remote
Job Type: Part-time (30 hours per week)
Pay: $45,000 - $50,000 per year
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
Start Date: January 4, 2025

Who we are:

Established in 1991, W.P. Puppet Theatre Society (WPTS) is a NFP charitable organization based in Calgary - Moh’kinstsis. Dedicated to using puppetry to impact positive social change, we offer diverse learning opportunities and performances for audiences of all ages, both in-person and online. Our programs inspire empathy, support expression, and foster inclusivity.
We are committed to equity in our policies, practices, and programs. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from people who identify as Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, living with a disability, a religious or language minority. We work hard to provide a safe, inclusive and healthy environment. We strive to create a culture where employees can voice their opinions and offer suggestions on how we can evolve.

The Role:

The Managing Director will collaborate with staff and the Board to oversee strategic and operational management. Responsibilities include financial oversight, community engagement, and administrative leadership. The role requires flexibility for occasional busy periods and the ability to work from home in a BYOD (bring your own device) environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative management, including correspondence and stakeholder engagement
• Financial oversight, budget development, and day-to-day financial operations
• Technology management, ensuring digital security and operational efficiency
• Leadership in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) practices
• Community relations and networking with stakeholders and arts organizations
• Fundraising and sponsorship campaign initiation and support
• Support for marketing and communications strategies

Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a passionate individual aligned with WPTS’s values, eager to innovate and enhance our impact. The ideal candidate will demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional organizational skills, and a commitment to community engagement. Skills, knowledge, and aptitudes include:

• Interest in theatre, arts advocacy, and puppetry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Google Suite, MS Office/Excel, and web-based tools/programs
• Experience in grant writing and fundraising
• Commitment to equity, inclusivity, and anti-racism
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and access to vehicle for meeting and special events

How to Apply: Interested candidates should email admin@wppuppet.com with the following:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter (500 words or less)
• Writing sample (grant, press release, or business report)

Hiring Process:

• We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.
• Successful candidates are required to complete a criminal background check including the vulnerable sector.
• Applications open: August 1st
• Applications close: November 15, 2024
• Interviews: December 2024
• Start Date: January 4, 2025

Why Join Us?

Join us in making a meaningful impact through creativity and innovation in puppetry. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of fostering joy and social change for diverse audiences. Together, we will work to be the adaptive leaders that future growth needs, fostering “the ability to lead change while also building and maintaining a culture of care”. (Simon Mallet – Rosza Foundation)

We look forward to your application.

The Calgary Philharmonic has been a pillar of Calgary’s vibrant arts scene since 1955 and in that time has grown to be one of Canada’s most celebrated live music ensembles. Led by Music Director Rune Bergmann, the Orchestra presents a wide range of concerts, inspiring education programs, and reaches audiences worldwide through free and accessible digital programming. In addition to 66 full-time orchestra musicians, the Calgary Phil is one of two major symphony orchestras in Canada that has its own chorus of over 120 volunteer singers. In a typical season, the Calgary Phil welcomes over 100,000 visitors, connecting audiences to live music experiences, and serves the city of Calgary by fostering creativity and belonging. Your Phil. Your Music.

The Role

The Sales Manager is a member of the Marketing + Sales Team, that plays a critical role in maximizing ticket revenue through strategic sales initiatives, robust reporting, and insightful data analysis. This position is pivotal in achieving the orchestra's goals and enhancing patron engagement through effective sales strategies.

Responsibilities

Sales Strategy Development

• In collaboration with Associate Director, Sales, develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve annual ticket revenue targets.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to align sales efforts with promotional campaigns and audience development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth and implement proactive sales tactics to capitalize on them.
• Work with the Associate Director to implement key campaigns for annual telemarketing, renewal, and youth membership programs.

Ticket Sales

• Promptly answer customer inquiries by phone/email and work directly with patrons to facilitate ticket sales and address ticket-related inquiries.
• Utilize CRM insights to make data-driven decisions and recommendations to the Associate Director of
• Sales, enhancing revenue generation and audience engagement.
• Implement CRM tools to segment and target audience groups for personalized marketing campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor ticket pricing using CRM and partner data (Vatic) and oversee seat management.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to integrate CRM data with marketing initiatives, ensuring cohesive and targeted messaging to drive ticket sales.
• Train and support sales team members in the effective use of CRM tools to enhance productivity and customer service.
• Complimentary ticket management including requests from Artistic, Development, and Administration teams.

Reporting and Data Analysis

• Generate regular reports on sales performance, customer attendance patterns, and statistical/demographic analysis as required.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and manage direct reports, including Box Office part-time staff and the Sales Assistant role.
• Foster a collaborative environment within the Sales team and across other departments to enhance overall organizational effectiveness.

Desired Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in sales management, preferably in a performing arts or entertainment environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales performance metrics and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a sales team.
• Proficiency in CRM software, ticketing systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Spektrix is an asset. 

Additional Details

• This position is full-time with an annual salary ranging from $55,000 to $65,000. The successful candidate who meets the required    qualifications can expect to start at the mid-range salary level.
• This position will require evening and weekend work at a minimum of 10 concerts per season.
• The Calgary Phil is trialing a hybrid remote work program. Employees who are eligible for this program can work up to three days / week from an appropriate remote location
• As part of our full compensation package, Calgary Phil offers 3 weeks’ vacation, a comprehensive benefits package that includes RRSP contributions, health coverage, an employee assistance program, bonus days off, and other non-cash benefits.
• Office location: Arts Commons, Floor 2, 205 8 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2G 0K9

Application Process

Application deadline: 16 August 2024
Applications will be reviewed regularly, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the deadline. No phone calls or emails please.
Please send cover letter and resume to:

Courtney Ilie,
Associate Director, Sales
HR@calgaryphil.com with the subject line "Sales Manager”

The Calgary Phil is committed to fostering an anti-racist, equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment and, as such, encourages qualified candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.

If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know so that we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

We thank you for your interest in the Calgary Phil. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Reporting to the Manager, Digital Communications, the Social Media Coordinator amplifies the voice of the arts and inspires engagement with our greater community by boosting the online presence of Arts Commons through our social media strategies.

You are someone who possesses a solid understanding of the digital landscape and can navigate through a variety of social media platforms to engage our audiences and effectively convey our brand and offerings. You can create compelling content and leverage opportunities when out in the arts community to capture and report through the appropriate social platforms. As our Social Media Coordinator, you are an expert at telling visual and textual stories to support and raise awareness of Arts Commons.

As an arts advocate, you aim to bring together artists and art enthusiasts through innovative ways of promoting community connections. You build excitement and awareness by supporting the development of social media campaigns, and other online initiatives that enhance patron loyalty and drive growth. Overall, you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have your finger on the pulse and are eager to help elevate our brand’s visibility.

Who we are:

Arts Commons is an ecosystem inclusive of artists, resident companies, and community groups. As one of the largest performing arts centres in Canada, Arts Commons strives to break down barriers to cultural participation by providing a modern, open, and inclusive gathering space in a central location.

At Arts Commons:

Our Belief

• That equitable access to the arts is a human right

Our Responsibility        

• To Redefine a bold and adventurous Calgary by championing and investing in creativity

Our Mission

• To be an inspirational force where artists, community and organizations celebrate cultural identities, experience the full breadth of human emotions, and ignite positive change

What we offer:
On top of the everyday excitement of working inside one of Canada’s top performing arts facilities with a team of professionals that share a passion for the arts, Arts Commons offers a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits for this role:

• A collaborative, engaging and values driven work environment
• An annual salary in the range of $45,000 - $53,000
• A comprehensive health and dental benefits package, with RSP matching and access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP). 
• A positive working culture, keeping employee health and wellness a priority with generous paid time off policies and an annual lifestyle allowance.
• A dynamic role that will have you engaging in many different aspects of the arts

What we value:

We are looking for individuals who share our vision of building a creative and compassionate society, inspired through the arts. Our team is made up of people with a diverse range of interests — singers, actors, musicians, playwrights, coaches, teachers, gamers, bakers, photographers, athletes, dancers. People whose interests encompass the widest spectrum. We even have furry, four-legged friends in the office. We value people who strive to do the right thing, and work to be their best. People with open minds, hearts, and arms. 

What you will get to do here:

As the Social Media Coordinator, you play a critical role in elevating Arts Commons’ brand by engaging our audiences and community through our social media channels. Every day you are immersed into a creative and inspiring environment and using both your artistic eye and passion for the arts, you are able to share our inspired moments with the community.
You will amplify our brand presence and engagement across digital platforms by planning, coordinating, and executing all organic social media campaigns and strategies for Arts Commons’ (master) brand and our sub-brands (Education, Galleries, Connects, and Presents). You will also oversee photography and videography contracts and assist the creative services team with Marketing, Sales, and Communications initiatives. The key accountabilities for this role will take a focus on the areas of: Social Media Execution; Community Engagement; Digital Capture Coordination; and Social Media Reporting.

Strategic Goal:

Amplify and enhance the organization’s impact while championing Arts Commons’ marketing and communications initiatives for audiences by devising social media initiatives, feedback mechanisms, and metrics of success to engage and encourage dialogue, as well as provide valuable information to our followers around the arts, Arts Commons, our industry, partnerships, and programming.

Where you fit within our ecosystem:

Reporting to the Manager, Digital Communication, this role is part of the Brand & Audience Development team and collaborates regularly with the Programming, Development, and Event Services teams, as well as artists and community partners.

You will be a great fit if you…

Must haves:

• A degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or Digital Content and Design from an accredited program, or a comparable background
• Advanced knowledge of all social media platforms, including: Facebook, Twitter/X, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, as well as social media management platforms such as Sprout Social and Hootsuite
• 1-3 years of experience working in a digital landscape
• Excellent computer skills in the Office 365 suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc)
• Advanced writing skills with superior vocabulary; ability to express yourself, excellent grammar, and sharp attention to detail
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work in a team environment
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced and energetic work environment, where being a collaborative team player is essential
• Availability to work evenings and weekends at Arts Commons Presents concerts, shows, and festivals as a representative of the team; developing our audiences and communicating our offerings, as needed
• A passion for the arts!

Nice to have:

• Experience with professional camera gear, an asset
• Proficiency in current design and production software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat, an asset
• Database administration, an asset

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, please forward your resume, cover letter and portfolio in confidence to:

Human Resources
Arts Commons
205 - 8th Ave SE Calgary, Alberta T2G 0K9
Email: employment@artscommons.ca

Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis and the job posting will officially close when a suitable candidate is found. For best consideration, please apply by the deadline date. While we hope to fill this position as earliest as possible, our commitment to finding the right candidate may require more time.

We thank all interested applicants in advance but will only be contacting those selected for an interview. If you have any specific questions to ask in relation to the role, please send them to the email address above and a member of our team will do our best to respond to you in a timely manner.

Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA)

As part of our organization’s commitment to IDEA, we work to remove barriers in collaboration with a broad range of voices. Removing these barriers begins with the hiring process. To that end, we are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and providing accessible employment practices. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their accommodation needs known.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as part of underrepresented groups, including women, people of colour and those with disabilities to apply. Even if your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway! An excitement and passion for Arts Commons can go a long way here, whether it’s in this role or another.

Organization

Edmonton Arts Council ( ‘EAC’) recognizes our relationship with the Indigenous people of Treaty 6 territories. In doing so, we renew our commitment to continuing our collective journey toward the ideals of peace, friendship, and understanding at the core of that agreement. 

The EAC is a non-profit society and charitable organization established in 1995 that supports and promotes the arts in Edmonton. EAC works to; Build partnerships and initiate projects that strengthen the community; Invests in Edmonton festivals, arts organizations, and individual artists through municipal, corporate, and private funding; Provides expert advice to government and other agencies on issues that affect the arts; Creates awareness of the quality, variety and value of artistic work produced in Edmonton.

The vision of the EAC is to cultivate a rich, diverse, and inclusive cultural environment that reflects the city's unique identity. The mission of the EAC is to connect, advocate, and invest in the arts community to ensure that the arts are integral to the lives of Edmontonians. This involves promoting the value of the arts, securing resources, and facilitating opportunities for artists and arts organizations. Connections & Exchanges is the award-winning current cultural plan that outlines a strategic framework for the growth and transformation of arts and heritage in Edmonton over a decade to 2029.

The plan focuses on three main goals: to infuse culture, arts, and heritage into every aspect of civic fabric; support cultural makers and interpreters; and to grow arts and heritage audiences. It emphasizes collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation, aiming to create a thriving cultural ecosystem that benefits all Edmontonians. This further upholds the significance of the EAC’s work with equity-seeking communities emphasizing the significance of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) framework. In alignment with the Indigenous Principle as reflected within Connections & Exchanges that Indigenous people have agency in their journeys of revitalizing and participating in traditional, contemporary, and future manifestations of their culture.

The EAC works with the city, its agencies, and the arts community in Edmonton for the benefit of all citizens to realize our vision of a city where arts and culture are integrated in all aspects of our community life and where both individual artists and arts organizations are valued and supported in their endeavors to create, communicate, and contribute. Core programs and services for Edmontonians include managing a suite of investment programs for individual artists and arts and festival organizations, managing the City of Edmonton’s Public Art Policy and Public Art Collection, EAC Shop and Services, Community Animation in Edmonton neighbourhoods, and other special projects.

The impact of the EAC on the community is profound. By supporting local artists and arts organizations, the EAC helps to ensure a thriving cultural scene that enriches the lives of residents and visitors alike. As a glimpse of some of the impact these programs and services have had in 2023 the EAC:< >invested over $14 million in 305 artists and collectives, and 194 arts and festival organizations, through grant funding. brought 127 artists to 140 Edmonton neighborhoods through 146 events with the Community Animation programming.  showcased 238 artists in Shop & Services with 8837 tickets sold.managed 292 artworks in the Public Art collection with 27 artworks planned or in progress.million and expenses were $21.4 million, with $14.5 million disbursed as grants. For the fiscal year 2024, annual revenues are projected to be $20.6 million, with $19.7 million provided by the City of Edmonton. The EAC anticipates ending the 2024 fiscal year with an unallocated reserve of approximately $390,000.    

Community

Located in the heart of Treaty No. 6 Territory, Edmonton/amiskwaciywâskahikan is one of Canada’s youngest and fastest growing cities. The traditional meeting ground for many Indigenous communities, including the Nehiyawak/Cree, Dene Suliné, Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis, and the Inuk/Inuit peoples, Edmonton is home to Canada’s second-largest urban Indigenous community. The city’s continual development as a thriving urban centre encourages the ongoing migration of people from across Canada and around the world.

The city's visible minority population sits at 42.8 percent, with South Asian, Chinese, Black, and Filipino people making up the largest visible minority communities within Edmonton. Our diverse arts ecology in Edmonton reflects the population, with festivals, organizations, and major events such as the Indian Film Festival of Alberta, 5 Artists 1 Love, Cariwest, Edmonton Filipino Fiesta, and the Ociciwan Contemporary Art Collective.

As Alberta’s capital city with a population of over 1.2 million, Edmonton boasts a variety of major amenities that enhance the quality of life for its residents, including world-class educational institutions, several leading hospitals and specialized medical centers, and an extensive network of parks and recreational facilities. 

Nicknamed “Canada’s Festival City” Edmonton is home to a vibrant arts community. Offerings range from theatre and music venues to galleries and studios, brought to life by large institutions, community arts programs, collectives, and individual artists. The Edmonton Arts Council serves the entire community to bring art to a public that agrees (87%) that arts and culture make communities better places to live. A further 85% of surveyed Edmontonians agree that participating in arts and cultural activities builds a shared sense of community identity. 

Sources: edmontonarts.ca; exploreedmonton.com; Edmonton.ca; regionaldashboard.alberta.ca

Position Summary

The Executive Director serves as a collaborative and visionary leader. Reporting to the Board of Directors, they advance the EAC’s role in the Edmonton arts ecology as a leading voice, ensuring the achievement of the organization’s mission, mandate, and core values. The individual leverages organizational resources to build, nurture and expand partnerships increasing the EAC’s reach into the community. 

They provide strategic and inspirational vision for supporting artists and organizations in their capacity to reach equity seeking communities, including through the Indigenous principle. The Executive Director is accountable for the integration and implementation of the organization’s financial, operational, human resources and programmatic strategies.

They provide leadership and guidance to a close-knit team of highly engaged arts professionals dedicated to delivering projects, initiatives, programs and services with creativity and passion.    

Roles and Responsibilities 

Strategic Vision and Governance

• Lead the refinement and implementation of the strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team, prioritizing the allocation of resources and the alignment of delivery to measurement, evaluation and learning framework. 
• Nurture relationships with the Board of Directors, ensuring they are equipped with the information and tools required to fulfill their governance and community ambassadorship duties. 
• Strengthen the establishment of Board level supports, acting as a conduit for governance decision making models, strategic directions and budget implementation and monitoring responsibilities.
• Engage in opportunities to advance Board level capacity.
• Embrace other strategic vision and governance duties as needed. 

Community Partnerships and Engagement

• Serve as the public face for the organization, identifying and stewarding relationships with the City of Edmonton, organizational partners, and key stakeholders in the arts ecology.  
• Advance the implementation of the Indigenous Principle in the EAC’s engagement of Indigenous artists and Indigenous lead arts organizations.
• Nurture relationships with local, provincial, and national arts councils and other municipalities; partners like the Edmonton Heritage Council and Arts Habitat Edmonton; and stakeholder relations including municipal agencies and organizations like the Edmonton Public Library, Community Leagues, and Edmonton Community Foundation.
• Embrace other community partnerships and engagement duties as needed. 

Organizational Excellence and Fiscal Resiliency

• Lead the alignment of Programs, Services, and Access with Finance, Organizational Effectiveness and Engagement areas that maximize efficacy, strengthen internal capacity, and nurture strong internal communications.  
• Uphold the organization IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) framework as an underpinning principle throughout the organization. Prioritize and champion initiatives to invest in internal capacity through development and identification of the need for new resources.   
• Lead the EAC in informed development of the next strategic plan through an integrating of the various learnings, opportunities, and priorities.  
• Optimize and implement equitable operational policies, processes, and procedures that increase efficiency, establish quality services to grant recipients and artists, promote integrity, and strengthen internal controls.  
• Engage staff in consistent and supportive dialogue, nurturing a bridge between the overarching organizational vision and mission and the direct delivery of programs and supports.
• Maintains fiduciary responsibility for the health and viability of the organization.
• Embrace other organizational excellence and fiscal resiliency duties as needed.  

Traits and Characteristics

The Executive Director will be responsible for achieving results through the collaborative efforts of the team. Driven by their extensive past experiences and passion for assisting others, the Executive Director will be capable of building rapport with those in the community, in government, and across a diversity of sectors and businesses. They can discern the practical values of situations, the individuality, and perspectives of others, and make quick decisions when urgency is required.

Other key competencies include:

• Leadership and Diplomacy – the capacity to tactfully handle sensitive or difficult issues which impact the community while organizing and influencing elected officials, interested parties, and the public, to believe in a vision.
• Decision Making and Personal Accountability – the acuity to analyze many aspects of a situation to make consistently sound and timely decisions for EAC and being answerable to staff, Board, and the public for their own actions.
• Influencing Others and Interpersonal Skills – the sensitivity in relating well to a diverse community, while also personally affecting the actions, decisions, opinions, or thinking of others relating to the value of arts ecologies.
• Futuristic Thinking – the ability to imagine, envision, project and/or create what has not yet been actualized by EAC but would result in positive community impact.

Qualifications

As a qualified candidate, your combined work and educational experiences have prepared you as a forward-thinking leader with a proven ability to guide transformational change in achieving the objectives of the art ecologies. You bring 10 plus years of progressive senior leadership experience in organizations of varied complexity and size. You have demonstrated experience as a confident, informed public speaker who is actively engaged with a variety of stakeholders. You have a proven ability to work collaboratively with equity-seeking communities, elevating the work of all members. As a leading candidate, you are eligible to work in Canada with an understanding of the Edmonton arts ecology.

Compensation and Benefits

The EAC provides a competitive and equitable compensation package with a starting salary in the range of $160,000 to $180,000 Canadian. Benefits include voluntary participation in a Registered Pension Plan, an extended health plan, 3 weeks of paid vacation, and paid sick time which includes up to 4 personal days per year.

Applications and Inquiries

The EAC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals which includes applications from equity-seeking communities who have non-traditional experiences. Applicants who anticipate needing accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Arts Consulting Group in confidence.  

To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please click here or visit artsconsulting.com/opensearches.

For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact: 

Bruce D. Thibodeau, DBA, President
Jeff Erbach, Associate Vice President
1811 4th Street SW, Suite 523
Calgary, Alberta T2S 1W2
Tel: (888) 234.4236 Ext. 201 
Email:  EdmontonArtsCouncil@artsconsulting.com

The Edmonton Arts Council recognizes its relationship with the Indigenous people of Treaty 6 territories. In doing so, the EAC renews its commitment to continuing a collective journey toward the ideals of peace, friendship, and understanding at the core of that agreement.

Gallery Assistant, Esker Foundation

Full-time (37.5 hours / week), in person, permanent position.

A typical work week is Wednesday-Sunday 10 am-6 pm. Occasional evenings will be required.

Esker Foundation is seeking an organized and creative thinker to join our gallery team in the role of Gallery Assistant. The Gallery Assistant reports to the Director/Curator and works closely with the Curatorial, Programs & Engagement, Bookshop, and Communication & Marketing teams. Primary responsibilities include managing the front desk and engaging with gallery visitors, providing assistance to the Director with general office and administration tasks, and assisting in the running of gallery events.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), in-person, permanent position. A typical work week is Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-6pm. Occasional evening work will be required, given the nature of gallery programming. Should overtime be incurred, it will be compensated with time off in lieu at a rate of 1.5 hours for each hour of overtime worked. The salary for this position is $52,000. Benefits, following three months of employment, include health and dental, group retirement savings plan of 3% annually which is matched by the employee, 15 days paid vacation, 7 personal/health days, and underground parking.

The preferred start date for this position is September 9, 2024.

Application deadline: Thursday August 1, 2024 @ 6 pm MST

About Esker Foundation

Esker Foundation is located near the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, a site known as Mohkinstsis, and a deeply significant place within Treaty 7 territory.  We acknowledge that the Treaty 7 region is part of the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai Nations; the Tsuut’ina Nation; and the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, which includes the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley Nations. This City of Calgary is also home to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.

Founded by Jim and Susan Hill in 2012, Esker Foundation is a privately funded contemporary art gallery guided by curiosity and passion. Through exhibitions, public programs, publishing, and commissioning activities, the Foundation supports artists and audiences through a variety of learning, connecting, and collaborative models. As a team, we strive to place the artist and their practice at the core of our work, and to support, in as many ways as we can, the complex, difficult, and playful dialogues that exhibitions can produce. We each believe in the value of exhibitions and public engagement being responsive and experimental, and our production, activities, and relationships are all built in support of these values.

Esker Foundation is committed to anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Equity-deserving communities including individuals who are gender diverse, LGBTQ+, Two-Spirit, and individuals who are Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour. (Equity-deserving groups are communities that experience significant collective barriers in participating in society. This could include attitudinal, historic, social and environmental barriers based on age, ethnicity, disability, economic status, gender, nationality, race, sexual orientation and transgender status.[1])

While we seek to be accessible, we wish to be transparent about the current limitations of our facilities. Esker Foundation is not fully accessible in the following ways:
Multiple doors in our building, including access doors in our underground parkade and keyless entry doors within the building, are not equipped with accessibility buttons. 

Esker Foundation is not presently equipped with technology that supports those with hearing or visual impairments.

We acknowledge that accessibility is a relational and dynamic conversation that will differ individual to individual. If you have any questions or concerns about barriers to access at Esker Foundation or the Atlantic Avenue Art Block, please reach out to employment@eskerfoundation.com

To learn more about the team at Esker Foundation please visit eskerfoundation.com/about/

Primary Responsibilities

Esker Foundation is committed to teamwork, professional development, and creating a supportive environment for growth and learning. All training for this position will be provided by Esker staff during regular gallery hours.

Front of House

You will primarily be responsible for managing the front desk and providing excellent in-person visitor experience. You will be an initial public contact for the gallery; answer and direct phone, email, and in-person inquiries; provide insight into gallery exhibitions; and help people feel warmly welcomed during their visit.

You will connect with the Curatorial, Programs & Engagement, Communication & Marketing, and Bookshop teams to engage in conversations around programming and exhibitions, and to cultivate in-depth knowledge on artists and their practices. Curiosity to gather knowledge on many levels and to appropriately engage with audiences will be key to enjoying and growing in this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing the gallery during the Wednesday-Sunday work week.
• Monitoring the front desk during opening hours.
• Exhibition security checks and recording climate readings throughout the day.
• Providing an informative and welcoming experience for all visitors.
• Responding to, or directing, public inquiries received by phone, email, web, or in person.
• Managing the general Esker email account.
• Recording and managing up-to-date phone messages.
• Tenant bookings in Nest – which also includes general building and community relations.
• Tracking and recording gallery attendance and other statistics.
• Training volunteers on front desk responsibilities and Square POS.
• Assisting in Bookshop sales in-person and on e-commerce platforms, including the packaging and shipping of orders.

Gallery Administration

You will also assist the Director with general office and administration tasks.

Responsibilities include:

• Arranging and coordinating all staff meetings and master calendar for events.
• Arranging and tracking all applicable staff training.
• Assisting in EDIA research, audits, and staff training.
• Monitoring office/common area equipment and purchasing office supplies as required.
• Co-ordinating and booking artist and guest travel and accommodation.
• Shipping and receiving of all non-art related material.
• Arranging of courier services.
• Mailing exhibition invitations and brochures and managing mailing lists.
• Managing common kitchen, including purchasing supplies.
• Additional office admin and day-to-day gallery tasks as needed.

Public Program and Event Support

Assist with special events and public programs as required.

Responsibilities and skills required include:

• Assisting in the preparation and execution of opening receptions, including catering and bar needs.
• Assisting with both setup and cleanup of programming events.
• A full understanding of the technical support available for programs, including both software and hardware applications. This includes a working knowledge of Power Point, iPhoto, or other presentation software, as well as our in-house projectors, televisions, presentation hardware, microphones, and recording hardware.

Skills and Abilities:

With the recognition that skills and abilities do not necessarily need to be accompanied by an institutional qualification, formal educational credentials are not mandatory for this position.

• Flexible, respectful, and thoughtful to co-workers, artists and guests, volunteers, the local arts community, and the public.
• This role requires someone who is personable, friendly, open-minded, and enjoys interacting with people.
• The capacity to engage with and honour dialogues around reconciliation, inclusion, equity, and diversity.
• Knowledge of and interest in contemporary visual culture.
• Excellent research, communication, organizational, computer, and writing skills.
• The ability to communicate your ideas and present information to a variety of audiences.
• The ability to work in a deadline-driven and collaborative work environment. 
• The ability to take on and manage independent work initiatives and projects.
• An emotionally mature individual with strong self-awareness and a willingness to learn.
• Experience with the following software and platforms is an asset but not a requirement: Microsoft Office, macOS, Wordpress, Square Point of Sale, Adobe Creative Suite (i.e. Photoshop, InDesign).
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and skills and a resume or CV. Contact information for three professional references will be required if you are selected for an interview.

Professional references may include references from supervisors, co-workers, and professional colleagues, from a place of work or study, or where you have volunteered.

Send your application in one pdf to employment@eskerfoundation.com by Thursday August 1, 2024 @ 6pm MST with the subject line: Gallery Assistant

Interviews will be held either in-person or by Zoom in mid-August 2024.

The preferred start date for this position is September 09, 2024.

[1] This definition of “equity-deserving groups” is cited from the ‘Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization Key Terms’ of Queen’s University’s Human Rights and Equity Office. https://www.queensu.ca/hreo/sites/webpublish.queensu.ca.hreowww/files/fi...