Job Listings
Call for Submissions: Freak Show 2011 Coordinator
- Posted by Mark Hopkins on September 6th, 2010
Swallow-a-Bicycle Theatre is seeking a coordinator for Freak Show, running January 6-15, 2011 at the High Performance Rodeo, Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts.
Freak Show is a series of site-specific tours that put a wide variety of freakish multidisciplinary performances in unusual spaces – stairwells, rooftops, storage rooms, parking lots and more. 2011 marks the fourth edition of Freak Show, which debuted at the High Performance Rodeo in 2008.
The successful candidate will oversee two Freak Show tours, one in the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts and one in another downtown venue. Each tour will involve approximately 15-20 artists, performing in 5 different sites throughout the buildings.
The coordinator’s responsibilities will include:
• assisting Swallow-a-Bicycle staff with the curation of Freak Show tours;
• coordination of rehearsal schedules and venue access with Freak Show artists;
• liaison between Freak Show artists and Swallow-a-Bicycle staff;
• coordination of box office volunteers and ushers; and
• oversight and troubleshooting of Freak Show performances.
The successful applicant will:
• have a passion for site-specific performance and artistic experimentation;
• have an interest in theatre production and arts management;
• be self-sufficient, organized and capable of multi-tasking; and
• have excellent communication skills.
The successful candidate will receive a small honorarium.
To be considered, please send a CV and cover letter to info@swallowabicycle.com (Subject line: “Freak Show Coordinator”)
Call 403.698.3088 or e-mail info@swallowabicycle.com for more info.
Arts Focused Discovery Leader -Part Time Contract
- Posted by polleyl on September 4th, 2010
Discovery Leader (Part Time Contract)
Calgary Science Centre Society and Creative Kids Museum is seeking an energetic, outgoing individual who can creatively engage visitors and volunteers at TELUS World of Science – Calgary this fall. This position will share responsibilities mainly in the Creative Kids Museum; a museum that embraces all art genres: visual arts, music, theatre, literature and dance. Discovery Leaders contribute to our public programs by creating and facilitating authentic, relevant, and enjoyable science, technology and arts based experiences for all of our guests that encourage them to question their world and spark an intrinsic motivation to learn.
Specific Responsibilities
• Engage visitors in mainly art based learning experiences, including exhibit interpretation, public demonstrations, inquiry and skills-based programs
• Support and direct volunteers as a Volunteer Liaison
• Maintain consistent public communication to ensure positive and informed visitor experiences
• Work collaboratively to assist in the development of new art and science programming using a variety of mediums and technology
• Support off-site events, and evening events as needed
• Maintain a clean and safe learning environment by assisting with basic maintenance of hands-on exhibits and programs
• Perform daily start-up and shut-down of exhibit galleries
• Provide first aid and security for visitors as required
• Participate in regular skill development workshops and professional development as a member of our learning organization
Qualifications
• Experience with one or more art disciplines: visual arts, music, theatre, literature or dance an asset
• A demonstrated passion for the arts, sciences, interpretation and/or education
• A desire to share learning experiences with others, and to be a lifelong learner
• An energetic self starter with the ability to adapt quickly and readily learn new skills
• Confidence to work independently, and as a team, and show consistent initiative is a must
• Experience with public speaking, customer service, and delivering programs
• Experience working with children and families
• Volunteer and/or staff supervision experience is an asset
Training will be provided for this position; however successful candidates will be required to obtain current standard first aid and CPR training. A Police Information Check will also be required.
Availability
This position will work regular 2 day [Sunday – Monday] schedule. Additional hours, if possible, can be discussed. Part time staff must be available weekends, statutory holidays, and some evenings. All contracts will end on Jan. 4th, 2011; however extensions will be considered. Candidates MUST be available for group interviews on Tuesday, September 14th from 5:30-9pm.
Application Deadline: Saturday September 11, 2010
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only individuals selected for the group interview will be contacted.
Please e-mail or fax resume with detailed cover letter specifying job title, and relevant qualifications to:
Ms. Lisa Polley, Public Programs Supervisor
TELUS World of Science – Calgary www.telusworldofscience.com/calgary
e: lisa.polley@calgaryscience.ca f: 403-237-0186
*at least three references will be requested in the interview process
CSIF Operations Coordinator
- Posted by CSIF Programming on August 27th, 2010
The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers (CSIF) is seeking applications for the position of Operations Coordinator.
Application Deadline: September 1 at 12pm (noon).
The Coordinator will be responsible for the following major duties:
Overseeing the daily operations of the organization including accounting and financial operations; grant writing and reporting; maintaining membership records; researching and implementing fundraising and sponsorship opportunities and alternative revenue sources; representing CSIF interests with other member organizations.
Requirements:
The Operations Coordinator acts with the mandate of the Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers to administer the operations of the society. Applicants must have strong administrative skills including bookkeeping/accounting, budgeting, strong oral and written communication skills with a proven record of successful grant writing. Applicants must be able to work independently as well as a part of a team. Knowledge of the Canadian media arts, filmmaking and/or artist-run centres would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
· Setting financial priorities; developing and overseeing short and long-term operational planning for the organization in collaboration with the Production, Programming and Communications Coordinators, Committees and the Board of Directors
· Managing all financial activity, including bookkeeping, banking, and preparing regular financial reports for the Board of Directors
· Overseeing the operational management of the society, including negotiating and managing contracts
· Developing short and long-term strategies to meet fundraising targets and seek out new avenues of revenue
· Researching, writing and coordinating operational, special project and employment grant applications (governmental, foundational, corporate, and private)
· Coordination and administration of fundraising events
· Attending all Board of Director and Committee meetings as required
· Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required for screenings and special events
The position is permanent, full-time (35 hrs / week) with a starting annual salary of $35,000 – $40,000 depending on experience. There is an expectation that incumbents will be available to work on Saturdays, and will attend and support events held outside of regular business hours as needed. Health benefits are a possibility to be discussed with the successful applicant.
As CSIF evolves to meet changing needs, so will the roles required of its staff. Accordingly, applicants should be aware that this document might not necessarily represent the full role that the occupant will perform in the long term. This document is intended to provide an overview of the incumbent's role at the date of advertisement.
All applications must include a cover letter, a current resume, writing sample and three letters of reference.
Applications will be accepted until September 1 at 12pm. They can be delivered to the CSIF at Building J2, (Currie Barracks) during open hours of 10 am – 5 pm, Tuesday - Saturday, or mailed to J2, 2711 Battleford Ave. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 7L4. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Late applications will not be accepted.
The CSIF is an equal opportunity employer. Selections will be made without regard to race, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, or national origin.
More info: www.csif.org
Marketing and Development Assistant
- Posted by tjgrand on August 26th, 2010
Theatre Junction GRAND
Marketing and Development Assistant
Theatre Junction GRAND is Calgary’s culturehouse for contemporary live arts. We are the “junction” where people, ideas and art forms converge. Our 2010/11 season features a new creation by our Resident Company of Artists, and performances by leading contemporary artists in theatre, dance and music from Belgium, Australia, Quebec, Paris, New York and Beijing.
Position Description:
The Marketing and Development Assistant is responsible for the administrative aspects of all marketing and development activities.
Reporting to both the Communications & Marketing Manager and the Fund Development Manager, this full-time position supports two related functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Communications & Marketing
• Coordinate production and distribution of marketing materials
• Maintain website and update with current information as needed
• Implement social media marketing activities
• Assist with development and implementation of sales promotions
• Distribute monthly newsletters and other mass email communications using e-marketing software
• Assist with subscription sales and ticket sales
• Prepare media materials for distribution (i.e. copying, filing, mailing, e-mailing)
• Other duties as assigned by the Communications & Marketing Manager
Fund Development
• Assist with proposal writing for funding requests
• Prepare donation acknowledgement letters and other correspondence
• Maintain corporation and individual donor files
• Schedule meetings with individual and corporate sponsors
• Create monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as needed
• Continually update and correct database records
• Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate and individual donors
• Coordinate production and distribution of collateral required for fundraising initiatives
• Maintain guest lists and prepare invitation materials for fundraising events
• Assemble media and donor kits for events and meetings
• Other duties as assigned by the Fund Development Manager
Qualifications:
• A minimum of three years' experience in an administrative position
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and either Photoshop or InDesign
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
Please email a cover letter and resume to hr@theatrejunction.com.
Pumphouse Theatre seeks Director of Development
- Posted by pumphouse on August 18th, 2010
ACT I
SCENE ONE
(In a quaint, Off-Broadway theatre house in Calgary sits an ED, surrounded by passionate staff, interested prospects, loyal donors & theatre groups. He is looking for a Director of Development to coordinate the fundraising for his capital campaign. Suddenly, YOU come up behind him.)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
(makes a grand gesture with his arms)
Where have you been? We’ve been waiting for you to take our fundraising to the next level!
YOU
Really? I’ve been around raising money for at least 5 years now, but I’m looking for a change … and I want a job where I can really make a difference and contribute to the arts community. It’s what I love and where I want to be.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
You’ve come to the right place. If you’re a team player with lots of creativity, strong communication skills and a good fundraising track record, check out the full position description for the Pumphouse Theatre DOD job at: http://www.thedevelopmentgroup.ca/tdg_hiring.html.
(ED types in the web address on his laptop and shows the screen to YOU.)
YOU
Wow – that looks great! Can I call you if I have any questions or want to submit my cover letter and resume?
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Actually, MICHELLE at The Development Group can answer all your questions about the job and would love to hear from you. Why don’t you give her a call at 403.532.4495? Or, send her an inquiry at regelm@thedevelopmentgroup.ca. You better hurry, though, because applications are due on September 8, 2010 by email submission only. You can also check our website at http://www.pumphousetheatres.ca/ for more information.
NARRATOR
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. All submissions will be acknowledged; however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted personally.
Job Notice - Resource Development Manager, Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnerships
- Posted by ahendry on August 18th, 2010
Alberta Theatre Projects welcomes applications for the position of Resource Development Manager, Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnerships; an integral part of the Resource Development Department.
Alberta Theatre Projects is one of Canada’s most prolific and successful producers of contemporary theatre. Inspired by three pillars of programming, Alberta Theatre Projects strives to Celebrate Creativity by producing a season of award-winning contemporary theatre from across Canada and around the globe for the enjoyment of Calgary audiences; to Advance Innovation while playing a national leadership role in the development of new Canadian plays and playwriting talent through the Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays; and, to Build Capacity by engaging in collaboration and mentorship, by offering new perspectives and a deeper appreciation to our existing audiences, and by inviting, encouraging and educating new audiences through the delivering of our LEGACY (Lifelong Education and Growth for Artists, Community and Youth) Program.
Alberta Theatre Projects is a registered charitable organization and as Canada’s leading producer of contemporary Canadian theatre, is financed by ticket sales and other earned income (28%), contributions from government (25%), and community support (47%) through corporate sponsorships, foundation partnerships, philanthropic gifts from corporations and individuals, and special events.
Reporting to the Resource Development Director, this position is responsible for:
• Strategy development of the Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnership campaigns
• Contract negotiation
• Sponsor and Foundation prospecting
• Stewardship of the Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnership portfolio
• Chair the Sponsorship Committee
• Overall database management, records keeping, reporting and filing
• Budget management, monitoring and reconciliation
• Fiscal management, processing and receipting
• Lead sponsor stewardship events
• and supervise volunteers from time to time on Resource Development initiatives.
The successful candidate will be a creative thinker and will demonstrate strong administrative, analytical, and organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage concurrent initiatives. He/she will have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful record of working with volunteers, conducting prospect research, cultivation, and stewardship of corporate sponsors. She/he will have a warm, friendly and professional demeanor and will have a comprehension of the highly competitive fundraising environment in which our company operates.
Please ensure your letter of interest and résumé is received by Alberta Theatre Projects by email, mail or facsimile no later than Wednesday, September 1st, 2010. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ms. Daiva Jocius
Resource Development Director, Alberta Theatre Projects
220 - 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 5C4
Telephone: (403) 294-7475 ex: 1104
Facsimile: (403) 294-7493
E-mail: dljocius@ATPlive.com
For further information about Alberta Theatre Projects, please visit our website at www.ATPlive.com
Theatre Alberta seeks Office Administrator/Executive Assistant
- Posted by Julie_TAadmin on August 17th, 2010
Theatre Alberta is seeking a motivated and organized individual for the position of Office Administrator/Executive Assistant who will be responsible for overall office management and support for the Executive Director.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about theatre, enjoys dealing with people, and is able to work independently and as a team player. Excellent computer and communication (written and oral) skills are required. Previous work in the not-for-profit sector and a broad knowledge of theatre and Alberta’s theatre community will be considered assets. This is a full-time position with benefits, located in Edmonton.
Key areas of responsibility:
• first point of contact for Theatre Alberta members and the public, including responding to all general enquiries
• maintenance of membership databases
• maintenance of website
• key resource for office computers, network, hardware, and software
• basic financial responsibilities including receipting revenue and tracking expenditures
• liaising with suppliers, instructors, and contractors
• coordination of the Workshops by Request program
• a lead-hand in program and service administration, including registration for conferences, workshops, and summer schools (Artstrek, Dramaworks, and PlayWorks Ink) and mail-out of tri-annual magazine (All Stages) and program brochures
• administrative support to the Executive Director for day-to-day operations and special events
• circulate library materials when librarian is not available
Theatre Alberta is a Provincial Arts Service Organization that represents over 1,100 organization and individual members from all regions of the province. Our mission is to encourage the growth and development of theatre in Alberta. Our office environment is pleasant, supportive, and positive with some degree of flexibility.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Deadline for applications: August 30, 2010
Position to commence: September 13, 2010 (negotiable)
Please forward your resume and a cover letter by email or mail to:
Keri Ekberg, Executive Director
Theatre Alberta
3rd Floor Percy Page Centre
11759 Groat Road
Edmonton AB T5M 3K6
keri@theatrealberta.com
Calgary Cinematheque: Administrative Assistant
- Posted by Jim Ellis on August 17th, 2010
The Calgary Cinematheque is looking for an administrative support person to oversee our regular program of screenings. Tasks will include arranging for film ratings, liasing with distributors, overseeing print traffic, distribution of publicity materials, assembling screening notes, preparing box office reports and keeping the membership list current.
The contract will run from September, 2010 to May, 2011. We hold one to three screenings a month. The work will total ten hours a month, and pay twenty-five dollars an hour.
The Calgary Cinematheque is a non-profit organization dedicated to the art of cinema. We screen international, Canadian and classics of world cinema that would otherwise not be shown on Calgary screens. Screenings are accompanied, whenever possible, by introductions and by question and answer sessions with film artists and scholars.
Applications should send an email expressing their interest in the positions and relevant experience. Excellent communications skills are an asset. The job requires access to a vehicle, to pick up and deliver posters and other materials. Interested persons should send an email by August 26 to Jim Ellis, President of the Board, at
jellis@ucalgary
Job Notice - Marketing and Communications Coordinator
- Posted by ahendry on August 16th, 2010
Alberta Theatre Projects is one of Canada’s most prolific and successful producers of contemporary theatre. Inspired by three pillars of programming, Alberta Theatre Projects strives to Celebrate Creativity by producing a season of award‐winning contemporary theatre from across Canada and around the globe for the enjoyment of Calgary audiences; to Advance Innovation while playing a national leadership role in the development of new Canadian plays and playwriting talent through the Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays; and, to Build Capacity by engaging in collaboration and mentorship, by offering new perspectives and a deeper appreciation to our existing audiences, and by inviting, encouraging and educating new audiences through the delivering of our LEGACY (Lifelong Education and Growth for Artists, Community and Youth) Program.
Alberta Theatre Projects welcomes applications for the position of Marketing and Communications Coordinator; an integral part of the Marketing and Communications Department. Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Director, this position is responsible for:
• Oversee production and distribution of marketing materials including, house programs, postcards, posters, show and event signage
• Coordinating and implementing all social media initiatives
• Coordinating opening night invitations & book bands as required
• Coordinating all MAC volunteer requirements, in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator
• Maintaining the Alberta Theatre Projects website
• Assisting in the execution of promotions and display booths
• Oversee artist welcome baskets
• Oversee MAC Events
• Other duties as assigned
He/She will demonstrate strong organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage concurrent initiatives. They will have a high degree of initiative and self-motivation. The successful candidate will have an aptitude for computer programs. They will have a working knowledge of InDesign. The successful candidate will be able to work both independently and within a team. They want to make a difference within their communities.
Please ensure your letter of interest and résumé is received by Alberta Theatre Projects by email, mail or facsimile no later than 5:00 PM, Friday, August 27, 2010.
Alberta Theatre Projects
220, 9th Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2G 5C4
Facsimile: (403) 294-7493
E-mail: ahendry@ATPlive.com
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest, please not that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Cantos Music Foundation: Education Program Leader
- Posted by Kate on August 16th, 2010
Reporting to the Programs Officer and working closely with a team of educators, the Education Program Leader will assist in development, delivery and facilitation of curriculum-based education programs to school-age visitors at Cantos. Education Program leaders may also be responsible for the delivery of interactive gallery tours for seniors and other groups. Cantos’ Education programs meet set objectives outlined by the Alberta Learning Program of Studies and are innovative and hands-on opportunities for students ages 6-16 to foster a love and understanding for music in their own lives.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, passionate about music and love engaging with children. They must have experience working with groups of children in a leadership role and must be able to play piano at an intermediate level. Priority will be given to those who have completed or are enrolled in a post-secondary Education program, especially those with a Music and/or Museum Studies emphasis, those who have strong musical ability and/or who are bilingual. Successful candidates will be able to communicate effectively through storytelling and by engaging visitors in discussion; will have strong organizational skills and the ability to work under general direction and in a team environment. The ability to think quickly in public and be receptive to our audiences and their needs is paramount.
Email resumes to schutzk@cantos.ca Please See attached .pdf for further details!
