Hiring: Artistic Director
The Bows
Deadline for applications: May 8, 2026, 11:59 pm MST
Salary: $53,600 per annum (+ 3% for cost of living every two years)
Term: Full-time, permanent
Healthcare benefits: Included (after a three-month probationary period)
Hours per week: 35
Location: Mohkínstsis (Calgary)
Start date: June 1, 2026
Vacation: Five weeks
The Bows is seeking applications for artistic director to work closely with the systems director and board of directors to nurture existing and build new, strong and vibrant connections with The Bows’ many communities through the organization’s programming, including exhibitions, the exterior billboard, artist talks and panels, performances, workshops, publications, mentorships and other initiatives. They will play a key role in fostering community relationships through both programming and organizational operations, with an emphasis on continually developing and renewing the organization’s mandate in relation to its artistic priorities and the communities it supports.
The artistic director is responsible for the organization’s curatorial and artistic direction, working with the Programming Committee to research, invite, confirm, schedule and support artists across diverse programming contexts. Building on a curatorial model that has prioritized equity, reciprocity and responsiveness to local contexts, the artistic director will have the opportunity to shape and evolve programming in ways that align with their own artistic priorities and approaches.
We will be conducting rolling interviews; early applications are strongly encouraged. Longlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received.
Questions about the position or application process can be directed to current Systems Director Jasmine Hynes at jasmine@thebows.org.
For full details about the position and application process, please see full job description at www.thebows.org.
