Douglas College Deadline: Until filled
Location
Vancouver, BC | Canada
Job description
Douglas College
Until filled
Founded in 1970, Douglas is the largest degree-granting college in BC, educating some 17,000 credit students (including 4,500 international students) and 8,000 noncredit students every year. Students can choose from 12 four-year degree programs, dozens of two-year career programs and hundreds of academic courses that transfer to universities across the country. Over 950 experienced, teaching-focused faculty bring both academic rigour and real-world experience to the classroom. Another 850 staff and administrators work together to create an inspiring, supportive and respectful environment. The College’s unique combination of an applied and academic focus is reflected in the motto, “Do what you love. Be good at it.”
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DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best colleges even better.
The Role
Under general direction of and in consultation with Director of Performing and Fine Arts, the Arts Events Officer provides leadership and support to the Performing Arts Programs and to Creative Writing in the management of events and related activities. Provides exceptional client-centered service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups.
8 . Performs other related duties as required.
Theatre, Stagecraft, Music and Creative Writing:
a. assists with the marketing and promotion for 4 annual student theatre productions, weekly concert series, (20+ performances per year), 8 – 10 annual evening concerts, 3 – 4 visiting author readings;
b. in collaboration with the Performing Arts Coordinators, produces and publishes performance programs (Theatre, Stagecraft, Music, MTD, etc.)
c. sends out complimentary tickets for special guests;
d. administrates and assists with annual programming of, and writes grant applications for The Arts at One concert series. Liaises with and host guest musicians;
e. coordinates event attendance by high school classes and other groups. Plans and promotes special events, such as departmental open houses;
f. manages theatre ticket sales and complimentary ticket booking;
g. maintains a roster of student musicians, and hire as needed for various events;
h. coordinates student assistants for poster mail-outs and other tasks.
Coordinates the organization of all LLPA arts-related events:,
This includes opportunities for student recruitment such as open house events, tours, school-directed concerts/performances, and performance –oriented information sessions, including performance-related recruitment visits to local schools; fundraising events; and regularly scheduled or special arts events.
Amelia Douglas Gallery:
a. Administration, marketing, event planning and day-to-day operations for the Amelia Douglas Art Gallery, featuring six exhibits per year;
b. Works closely with artists and curators to conceptualize and realize each show;
c. Develops promotional materials and exhibit catalogues to promote exhibits via multiple channels, including social media and media listings;
d. Coordinates, promotes and hosts opening receptions and artist talks;
e. Assists with installation and take down of each exhibit;
f. Serves on the Art Exhibit Committee, provides agenda and minutes and administrates its meetings;
g. Serves on community art juries for the City of New Westminster Arts Services’ Community Arts Space at the Anvil Centre.
h. Represents gallery on the New Westminster Public Galleries Curators’ Committee.
Participates, as designated by the Director of Performing and Fine Arts, in all relevant committees or task groups (the Arts Events Committee, the Amelia Douglas Gallery Committee, for example) and prepares materials for meetings.
a. Serves on and helps administrate College arts committees. Serves as a liaison between the College and external community arts groups and committees;
b. Assists the Douglas College Foundation in seeing arts funding opportunities.
Provides liaison with Marketing and Communications Office (MCO), with the Foundation and with other areas of the College regarding arts events.
a. maintains a list of student performers for such internal events as those initiated by the Foundation (A Class Act, etc.) and Graduation ceremonies;
b. ensures requests for student performers are met whenever possible;
c. provides assistance with any other arts-related needs identified by other areas of the College for events;
d. with assistance and approval of the Foundation, researches and applies for potential funding opportunities; maintains current funding sources.
Working with the Marketing and Communications Office, oversees the production of publicity for Performing Arts/Creative Writing events, from inception to completion.
a. coordinates with MCO regarding the production and distribution of all printed materials related to Performing/Creative Arts events (posters, invitation cards, Calendar of Arts Events, for example). Works closely with the MCO office staff to develop posters, brochures, marketing strategies and other projects ;
b. ensures media awareness and interest in events;
c. is the contact person with MCO for the development and subsequent maintenance of the website for Performing and Creative Arts areas;
d. maintains and updates an integrated mail and contact list.
e. assists with the planning and execution Creative Writing events, such as Pearls, Literature Alive and Indigenous Voices (organizes catering, room bookings, space set-up, student readers, in-event book sales, ticket sales, etc.);
e. works with Marketing and Communications Office on new and ongoing marketing initiatives such as general and area-specific marketing plans, graduate profiles for publicity and an image bank for future use.
8. Performs other related duties as required.
1. The successful completion of a two-year post-secondary diploma or Associate of Arts degree, with an emphasis in arts management or a performing arts/ creative field and two years’ work experience in a related position, or a suitable combination of experience and education.
2. Excellent communication skills including a good working knowledge of the English language (written and verbal).
3. A background and related experience in marketing and communication, preferably in an arts-based context. Experience working with brand standards is an asset.
4. Demonstrated skills and experience with social media platforms (e.g. Facebook and Instagram). Related experience in content planning, creation, and scheduling an asset.
5. Desktop layout and design experience; demonstrated proficiency with design software (such as InDesign, Photoshop or similar). Knowledge of computer applications, including basic office software (Excel, Word, Outlook).
6. A background in programming and planning concerts and events. including writing, editing, and proof-reading related copy. Experience with preparing artist calls and service contracts is an asset.
7. To be highly organized and capable of establishing and meeting deadlines, and prioritizing work.
8. Demonstrated ability to:
· manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
· respond to unexpected events calmly and effectively
· work independently with a minimum of direct supervision; and,
· work as part of a team and take a leadership role when required.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills; comfortable speaking to large and small groups in various settings.
10. Ability to build impactful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
11. Possess a meaningful understanding and genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
https://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/11961
$53,542 annually (with wage increments to a max of $60,023 annually). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Contact Name: Colleen Maybin
Contact Email: [email protected]
Contact Phone: (604) 218-9153
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$53.54k per year
