Community Outreach Assistant
Do you have a passion for contemporary art and community engagement? The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art in Kelowna invites applications for a dynamic and organized Community Outreach Assistant to join our team for an exciting summer opportunity! This is your chance to contribute directly to our arts-based community initiatives.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 20, 2025, at midnight.
Contract Highlights:
Start Date: Saturday, June 10, 2025 (Anticipated)
Duration: 9 weeks (fixed-term)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Important Eligibility: This position is made possible through Canada Summer Jobs funding. To be eligible, applicants must meet all program requirements.
About the Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art:
The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art is a vibrant, artist-run centre in Kelowna, BC, dedicated to nurturing the development of innovative contemporary art by emerging and mid-career artists from our region, across Canada, and internationally. We foster artistic growth through three distinct exhibition spaces, engaging professional development workshops, and dynamic community arts events.
Your Role:
As our Community Outreach Assistant, you will work closely with the Artistic and Administrative Director and the Assistant Director to play a vital role in the delivery of our community outreach programs. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to connect with and engage our community through art.
Who You Are:
You are an enthusiastic and responsible individual with a genuine interest in visual and/or media arts and a basic understanding of the artist-run centre environment. You thrive in a collaborative setting, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and possess the initiative to contribute positively to our team.
What You'll Do:
Support Online Engagement: Assist in planning and executing the Alternator's online community outreach activities, helping us connect with a wider audience.
Provide Administrative Support: Contribute to daily administrative tasks, including coordinating our valued volunteers.
Assist with Exhibitions: Provide hands-on support for the smooth installation and de-installation of exhibitions, as well as ongoing gallery maintenance.
Support Leadership: Offer administrative assistance to the Artistic and Administrative Director and the Board of Directors, contributing to the overall efficiency of the organization.
Preferred Skills:
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Familiarity with the Mac operating system and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign) and user-friendly web design platforms.
Physical capacity and practical knowledge to aid in exhibition preparation and installation.
A proven track record of working effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Flexibility to accommodate daytime, evening, and weekend shifts as needed.
Ready to Join Us?
Please submit a single PDF document titled "YourFirstNameYourLastName.pdf" containing the following:
A compelling cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
Your current resume.
Email your application to hr@alternatorcentre.com with the subject line: "Attn. Hiring Committee - Community Outreach Assistant Application".
Application Deadline: Monday, May 20, 2025, at midnight. In-person applications will not be accepted.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:
The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented cultural workers of all backgrounds, including but not limited to: Indigenous, Black, and racialized persons; refugee, newcomer, and immigrant persons; two-spirit, LGBTQ+, and gender non-binary persons; persons with diverse abilities; and those on low incomes.
We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.