Visual Arts Coordinator 2013 - 161 at Adaka Cultural Festival in Whitehorse

About this Job

Location: 1-1109 First Ave

Hours: Part-time

Salary: $18 - $23/Hr.

Duration: Term

Job Description/Duties:

• The Visual Arts Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of the visual and fashion arts program at the festival including: design, set-up and management of the exhibition/gallery, the development and implementation of a workshop/lecture program and the development and delivery of a Northern Fashion Show. This position also serves as the visual arts liaison and works closely with Performing Arts Producer to develop and present overall festival programming.

Requirements/Qualifications:

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

VISUAL ARTS LIAISON

• Coordinate visual artist adjudication/selection

• Coordinator and manage artist contracts and sponsorship agreements

• Serve as the point person for the visual artists leading up to and during the festival

EXHIBITION / GALLERY

• Plan and coordinate exhibition presentation and special features

• Coordinate exhibition installation and tear down

• Oversee day to day operation and management of gallery

WORKSHOPS

• Work with participating artists to develop a public and artist workshop and seminar program.

• Develop and manage workshop agreements with instructors

• Plan and coordinate workshop supplies and technical requirements

• Develop and oversee workshop budget

• Develop and implement workshop promotional plan to include print material, web content and

media ads,

• Coordinate workshop registration and payment

• Oversee delivery of workshops during festival

• Prepare a written report on program; attendance figures, outcomes, evaluations

FASHION SHOW

• Work with Adaka staff to develop a vision and theme for the Fashion Show

• Develop a timeline and workplan for the fashion show

• Identify potential designers and contributors

• Work with Fashion Show Producer to implement plan

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant education or work experience

• Job task planning and organizing, research, computer use

• Extensive knowledge of visual arts craft sector in Northern Canada

CHARACTERISTICS

• Extensive knowledge of visual arts craft sector in Northern Canada

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Pro-active and the ability to undertake self-directed tasks when necessary.

• Ability to anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of visual artists.

• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work cooperatively and effectively with others

to set and achieve goals

• Excellent oral and written communication skills,

• Energetic and passionate about Yukon First Nations arts, culture and people

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This job was posted on Jan 25, 2013 and will be removed on Jan 31, 2013

All applications must be received before Jan 31, 2013