Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent plans, coordinates and evaluates a variety of Fine & Performing Arts initiatives and exhibitions. As well, the incumbent develops and implements new programs within defined limits or in collaboration with the Executive Director. The Program Coordinator supports effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contributors including member groups, individual artists, community groups, the public and the City of Burnaby staff and a variety of schools. They assist in the preparation of preliminary operating budget estimates, track spending and report on outcomes. This role is an onsite position.
Responsibilities
The Program Coordinator will be responsible for, and evaluated on the following:
- Support and often lead exhibition and gallery events, including the correspondence and arrangement of all details pertaining to exhibitions including but not limited to contracts, install, exhibition dates, volunteering, and associated programing, including workshops and receptions.
- Assist in or carry out special or seasonal programs, set up displays, workshops, demonstrations, and equipment as part of a continuing program or as part of a general calendar of special events related to Fine and Performing Arts.
- Establish and maintain strong and constructive working relationships with all artists.
- Provide leadership and participate in networks to strengthen the sector and advance the work of the organization.
- Develop and oversee marketing, communications, and media relations; implement the organization’s digital strategy and advance the revitalization of online infrastructure.
- Maintain professional appearance of gallery and orderly storage facilities, with adequate, organized supplies.
- Coordinate, manage and maintain volunteers for events & activities.
- Assists Executive Director in preparation of preliminary operating budget estimates, monitors expenditures and takes corrective action to avoid cost overruns.
Experience
The ideal candidate may be a current student or recent graduate from any of the following: Arts administration, Event Management, Fine Arts, Curatorial and Critical Studies, Art History or related field. In addition or alternately, we expect that the candidate will possess:
- Familiarity with exhibition design, gallery administration and exhibition installation experience
- Appetite for engagement with the arts community and the public-at-large
- Experience working with children and youth considered an asset
- Website maintenance experience
- Preliminary knowledge of methods, practices, policies and procedures involved in the provision of a planned community Fine and Performing Arts program
Key Competencies
- Excellent communication skills in English – written and verbal
- Punctual with a strong sense of responsibility and thorough attention to detail
- Microsoft Office Suite and significant social media platform experience
- Exemplary organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign and graphics design is an asset
Average to start of 18 – 20 hours per week. Tuesday – Friday plus events & activities on evenings & weekends.
$23 – 25/hour
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume via the link below.
