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Artspaces invites applications for the position of Programming Assistant. The fixed-term position runs June 7- July 30, 2021 for 30 hours/week at $15/hour.
The application deadline is: May 19, 2021 at midnight
This is a summer contract for a returning post-secondary student. The student must meet the stipulations outlined by Young Canada Works that can be found here.
We anticipate the selected applicate will both work-from-home and in the gallery as needed. Working in response to pandemic restrictions, the role will pivot to strictly work-from-home if necessary.
About Artspace
Artspace is Peterborough’s artist-run centre. Artspace is one of the first and longest running artist-run centres in Canada. Serving a large community of artists spread across five neighbouring counties, it is the only centre between Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa, and North Bay.
Founded in 1974 by a group of dedicated local artists, Artspace differs from many of the artist-run centres that formed in this early period. Artspace was established and sustained by a membership spread amongst smaller urban centres, rural areas and townships. This unique cultural milieu has provided for several developed partnerships with major institutions like Trent University. The organization received its non-profit, incorporated, charitable status in July 1977. Over the past 45+ years, Artspace has played a profound role in the development of contemporary Canadian art; numerous prominent artists presented their work for the first time at Artspace.
Artspace is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against for any reason, including race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, mental health or medical condition. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and the needs of the organization.
The Programming Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the following tasks:
- Research, develop, coordinate, and distribute promotional material, critical discourse, calendars of events, and press releases for Events and Exhibitions programming
- Complete appropriate record keeping and reporting of resources, events, exhibitions, and other projects, particularly as it pertains to additions to Artspace’s archive and reporting to funders
- Coordinate shipping of artwork, as well as travel with exhibiting artists
- Preparing the centre’s exhibition spaces (Gallery 1 and 2) for the installation of new work
- Edit didactic materials for public dissemination
- Write promotional material for exhibitions, ancillary programming and events
- Coordinate with artists and facilitate installation
In addition, the Programming assistant will act as a gallery attendant while on-site, performing tasks that include but are not limited to:
Conduct the front of house operation of the gallery, including:
- Provide information about regulations, facilities, and exhibits to visitors
- Open and close gallery during operating hours
- Greet visitors on arrival
- Monitor visitors while viewing exhibits
- Guide visitor to promotional materials and notify them of any ancillary programming
- Answer questions concerning exhibits, regulations, facilities, etc.
- Examine exhibits and objects periodically, notify gallery staff and assist in the repair or maintenance of the art or gallery space
The ideal candidate will:
- Have recently completed or be in the process of completing post-secondary education in curatorial studies, art history, media arts, or equivalent
- Have a strong interest in and knowledge of contemporary art
- Excellent organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Strong commitment to community development and principles of social justice
- Knowledge of diverse cultural and social practices
- Experience working in an administrative capacity
- Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, set and meet deadlines, work under pressure, and exercise sound judgment in setting priorities
- Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets; experience with IOS an asset
- Experience working with artist-run centres, collectives, or community-based organizations will be considered an asset
Applicants should apply with CV, Cover Letter, and the names and contact information of two (2) references using the subject heading ATTN: ARTSPACE HIRING COMMITTEE_YourName to:
Bec Groves
Interim Director
bec@artspace-arc.org
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