Arts opportunity

The Edmonton Short Film Festival (ESFF) is looking for a young adult to join our festival team as the Videographer/Editor responsible for shooting and editing video from our various events as well as creating content for our social media platforms and web site. Ideally the youth will have an understanding and appreciation of film festivals and the importance of these festivals to both film artists and the community. The majority of their time will be creating and editing engaging videos for our social media platforms.

Our Videographer/Editor will also receive mentorship from and work collaboratively with the festival directors - both award winning filmmakers.

The ideal candidate is a student who is entering their final year of studies or is a recent graduate of a media, film or video production program.

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs.

Start date June 1

Application Deadline May 17

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Create high quality videos and still photographs that convey our message, culture, feeling, and story to the community and potential audience participants
• Create and deliver video content designed for websites, social media, advertising, etc.
• Shoot event footage, and work with other videographers to shoot additional footage at events
• Edit all footage using Final Cut, Premiere Pro or other professional-grade software
• Be able and willing to travel to various film screening events and workshop locations
• Embrace and support the ESFF mission and adhere to safe practices in the workplace
• Must be organized, able to take direction, and be a team-player
• Open to working evenings and weekends

Skills:

• Collecting, organizing and creating video content
• Develop workflows and processes to meet deadlines
• Be independently creative
• Have a passion for videography and editing
• Be proficient in editing software
• Have a good understanding of social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TicTok) and how to create content for each platform
• Be versatile to be able to quickly adapt as required
• Basic understanding of how to operate cameras, microphones, lighting and all related equipment in the production and editing of video
• Strong attention to detail and time managements skills
• Photography experience is a big plus

Please send a cover letter and resume to filmfest@esff.ca by May 20, 2024.

website: esff.ca

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) Travelling Exhibition, Women Gone Wild! explores the subject of wild creatures and the natural world as expressed in the work of three contemporary women artists from Edmonton. Featuring works by Cynthia Fuhrer, Jenny Keith and Samantha Walrod, the depictions of wild creatures presented by these artists range from realistic representations to more abstract and surrealistic impressions. These artists also demonstrate diverse reasons for choosing their subjects. Whatever their artistic approach and intentions, however, all three artists reveal a love and respect for nature in their works and through them invite viewers to ‘go wild‘ as well.

Featuring works by Cynthia Fuhrer, Jenny Keith and Samantha Walrod, the depictions of wild creatures presented range from realistic representations to more abstract and surrealistic impressions.

These artists also demonstrate diverse reasons for choosing their subjects.

While Samantha Walrod emphasizes materiality in her imagery, both Jenny Keith and Cynthia Fuhrer are more concept driven, addressing personal concerns and the relationship of humanity to the natural world in their paintings. 

Curated by Shane Golby, Art Gallery of Alberta (TREX Region 2)

Education guide

The Calgary Philharmonic celebrated 65 years as a pillar of Calgary's vibrant arts community in 2020 and has grown to be one of Canada's most celebrated live music ensembles.

Led by Music Director Rune Bergmann, the Orchestra presents classical standards, pop favourites, bold collaborations, and cutting-edge new works and attracts world-renowned guest artists and dynamic conductors each season.

In addition to 66 orchestra musicians, the Calgary Phil is one of two major symphony orchestras in Canada with its own Chorus of over 120 volunteer singers, which celebrated 60 years in 2023.

In a typical season, the Calgary Phil welcomes over 100,000 visitors to the concert hall, connects with thousands of students through its educational programs, and reaches audiences worldwide through free and accessible digital programming.

The Role

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Communications Manager to join our Marketing + Sales team. Are you a dynamic storyteller who is passionate about building community through music? As a key member of the administrative team, you will report to the Director, Marketing + Sales and work closely with musicians, guest artists, and community partners.

The Communications Manager helps share the Calgary Phil story through engaging and informative content and is responsible for managing all communications activities. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, exceptional communicator, results-oriented, and has demonstrated experience in forging strong relationships with the community.

Responsibilities

Media Relations

• Develop and execute a media relations strategy
• Secure and grow positive media coverage for concerts, events, digital programs, fundraising campaigns, and other initiatives
• Write compelling media releases and concert advisories
• Work with Calgary Phil musicians and administrative team to generate story ideas and provide media coaching and talking points
• Update and grow media contact database
• Track and archive media stories and provide monthly media reports
• Field media queries and provide photographs to media outlets
• Act as primary contact for media at events

Publications

• As Editor of Prelude — Calgary Phil’s in-house magazine — develop the content strategy, write and/or coordinate feature articles, sell advertising, gather and compile content including programs and artist biographies
• Write and/or edit content for season brochure, including organizational messaging and concert descriptions
• Coordinate additional in-house printed programs
• Proofread and edit communications collateral

Marketing

• Support the Director, Marketing + Sales with marketing activity schedule and campaign content
• Liaise with advertising suppliers and write scripts for radio campaigns
• Oversee Digital Marketing Specialist and social media strategy, including content creation for website, newsletters, and social media posts
• Work with Marketing + Sales Coordinator on community engagement and cross-promotional activity

Miscellaneous

• Work with Director, Marketing + Sales to develop and execute communications strategies for public announcements, season launch, crisis management, etc.
• Prepare speeches for all onstage concerts and events
• Coordinate pre-concert chats
• Write, edit, and/or proofread communications collateral for all departments
• Schedule and plan content with Artistic and Development teams
• Advance internal communications between departments
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in Communications or Marketing, or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years Communications/Marketing experience
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills
• Public Relations experience is required
• Publishing experience is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Excellent social media insight
• Strong negotiation skills
• Experience in a not-for-profit or performing arts organization an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team
• Knowledge of classical music and/or a sincere interest in arts and culture

 Additional Details

• The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 annually, depending on related job experience.
• This position requires flexible hours including attendance at evening/weekend concerts and events throughout the season.
• The Calgary Phil is trialing a hybrid remote work program until 31July 2024. 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 three weeks’ vacation, a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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

Deadline: 11 March 2024

Applications will be reviewed regularly, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the deadline.

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to:

Janet Bwititi
Director, Marketing + Sales
HR@calgaryphil.com with the subject line “Communications 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 an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know so that we can work with you to assist with your needs.

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

This two-week residency encourages writers of Literary Journalism focusing on Environmental Concerns. Designed to challenge and stimulate, the program aims to inspire creative pieces of non-fiction and to assist the writers in their completion.

The program addresses universal environmental concerns at a time when they could not be more relevant – from fire and flood, to climate change, to life after oil. 

A preeminent space for long-form journalism, this residency emphasizes the strengths of thorough and articulate reporting, distinctive storytelling, and literary devices. 

Running from February 24 - March 7, 2025, this residency receives a full scholarship, including accommodation and meals.

Deadline for application is October 2, 2024. 

For more information about this residency, and to apply, visit www.banffcentre.ca/programs.

This 12-day self-directed residency offers writers, from all creative genres, the opportunity to work away from the constraints of everyday life. Delve deep into your creative project and take advantage of the artistic community of your peers around you.

This program provides opportunities for consultations with exceptional mentors Danez Smith and Omar El Akkad and professional guest Samantha Haywood (Transatlantic Agency), and optional group sessions that allow writers to explore literary tools, aspects, and devices that you may find useful in your practice.

Running from January 13 - 24, 2025, this residency receives a partial scholarship to cover 100% of tuition and 50% towards accommodation and meal plan.

The total cost to participant is $1,092.

Deadline for applications is September 11, 2024.

To find out more about this program, and to apply, visit www.banffcentre.ca/programs.