3rd Floor

10215-112 St

Edmonton, AB

780.426.4180

Summer Paid Internship: Gallery & Special Events Assistant

Deadline for application is Monday, April 28th, 2015 @ Midnight

The recipient of this position will work both independently and with a team, and will report to the Executive Director. The recipient will be hired to assist with the ongoing development, coordination and implementation of Harcourt House Artist Run Centre’s exhibition programming and special events.

They will receive training in the areas of curatorship, exhibition installation/striking, public relations, marketing/promotions, event management, general office administration and more. The Gallery & Special Events Assistant will be closely involved with the development of Harcourt House Artist Run Centres Annual Member exhibition. They will also be involved in expanding our current avenues of media, community connections, and methods of communication, primarily in the digital arena.

Duration of internship: up to 14 weeks

35 hours a week

Remuneration: $15/ hr (Subject to funding)

Ongoing Duties

  • Planning and coordinating an event and pop-up exhibition.
  • Planning and growing existing timelines and implementing plans for a variety of special events
  • Assist with all special events related to the gallery including openings, artist talks and open houses, including signage, general set up, hospitality, distribution of event related materials etc.
  • Research gallery demographic to develop a target sponsorship package for print and the web
  • Revising media contacts databases and researching new alternative points of contact for promotions
  • Prepare media releases/media kits for special events that are available in both digital and hard copy formats
  • Developing a structured promotions package with event and gallery information that can be updated yearly
  • Assist with designing content for printed promotional materials
  • Recruitment of volunteers for special events
  • Assist the Exhibitions Coordinator with monthly exhibit promotions and distribution
  • Helping in the day to day running of an Artist Run Centre which could include some light lifting, answering phones, & sitting the gallery when needed
  • Assisting with setup and dismantle of special events and exhibitions
  • Provide information on gallery programming to artists and gallery patrons
  • Writing final reports for completed projects and events

Personal attributes:

The ideal candidate must be a self-driven individual with a strong work ethic, the ability to execute tasks within a specific timeline.

Must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as be able to effectively communicate ideas, goals and objectives both written and orally.

Must maintain a personal interest and knowledge of art, a personal connection and knowledge of the local art scene is considered an asset.

Education:

Education must be related to one or more of the following areas or specializations:

Public/Media Relations, Communications, and Management

Arts and Cultural Management

Bachelor of Visual Arts and or Design

Visual Arts Diploma

Additional experience working and volunteering in the arts, fundraising and special events planning are considered assets.

General Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in a post secondary institution in the fall. Must have been registered as a full time student during the preceding academic year. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and under the age of 30 years old.

Deadline for application is MONDAY, APRIL28, 2015 @ 4pm

Please submit a current resume, cover letter and references to Executive Director, Stacey Cann.

Via Email: harcourt

or deliver in person or by post to:

Attention:Stacey Cann

Harcourt House Artist Run Centre

3rd Floor 10215-112 St

Edmonton, AB T5K 2V9

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.