Studio Operations Coordinator
Alberta Printmakers (A/P) is seeking a Studio Operations Coordinator who is passionate about printmaking and community-building.
This position is a temporary part-time contract (one year) with the possibility of extension.
Term: November 2021 – November 2022
Hours/week: 11
About Alberta Printmakers
Operating since 1989, Alberta Printmakers’ Society (A/P) cultivates an inclusive and collaborative environment to learn about printmaking, to create printed works, and to pursue exciting artistic opportunities.
We demonstrate this through our publicly accessible Main Space Gallery programming and emerging artist satellite exhibitions, through our studio facilities and educational programming, and by regularly coordinating projects and events that foster artistic excellence and community engagement in printmaking and the arts.
A/P has an open membership. It is governed by a board of directors and operated by the Executive Director and Studio Director, who reach out to volunteers in accomplishing A/P’s goals.
A/P is located in Mohkinstsis/Calgary, on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.
A/P is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description
The Studio Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director, other staff members, and volunteers. This position is primarily responsible for managing the safety and maintenance of the A/P studio facility, and for contributing to the organization’s visitor, renter, and community engagement experience.
Key responsibilities include studio/facility maintenance and safety, programming support, and administrative duties.
This position involves the safe handling, use, and disposal of some hazardous materials. Updated WHMIS safety training and first aid training will be provided as needed.
Please see the attached PDF for the full job description.
To apply email a cover letter and resume to director@albertaprintmakers.
Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, October 22, 2021.
Late applications will not be reviewed. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
