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We're Hiring! // Community Outreach Assistant
Apr
29
to May 20
Job Opportunity

We're Hiring! // Community Outreach Assistant

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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.

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We're Hiring // Community Outreach Assistant
Oct
11
to Oct 31
Job Opportunity

We're Hiring // Community Outreach Assistant

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art invites applications for the position of:

COMMUNITY OUTREACH ASSISTANT

Application Deadline: October 31 2024, midnight

Part time. 12 hrs/week (Fridays & Saturdays)

Remuneration: $18.00/hr

We are currently seeking values-aligned applicants for the position of Community Outreach Assistant.

Working with the Artistic and Administrative Director and the Assistant Director, the Community Outreach Assistant will support the gallery’s external communications activities, as well as participate in general gallery activities including administration, volunteer coordination and exhibition installation / deinstallation.

The preferred applicant will have some experience in visual and/or media arts, and a familiarity with artist-run centres. They are a highly responsible team player with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and can demonstrate personal initiative and leadership within a collective environment.

Major responsibilities include: drafting and scheduling external communications including our newsletter and social channels, assisting with daily administrative duties including volunteer coordination, general exhibition installation and maintenance.

We are seeking applicants with the following characteristics:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with an eye for detail, accuracy and clarity.

• Familiarity with the Mac environment, including Word, Excel, Adobe CS, and template-based web design platforms.

• Physical ability and knowledge to perform preparatory and installation work.

• Strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to connect with patrons from diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to work with a team as well as independently.

• Flexibility to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts.

To apply, submit a single PDF document (titled ‘YourFirstNameYourLastname.pdf’) containing a cover letter, resume and contact information for two references to HR@alternatorcentre.com. Please write 'Attn. Hiring Committee' in the email subject line. Deadline October 31 2024, midnight. Applications will not be accepted in person.

The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art encourages 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 thank all who express interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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We're Hiring! // Community Outreach Assistant
Apr
23
to May 13
Job Opportunity, Current Opportunity

We're Hiring! // Community Outreach Assistant

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The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art invites applications for the position of:

COMMUNITY OUTREACH ASSISTANT

Application Deadline: May 13 2024, midnight

Anticipated Contract Start Date: June 4 2024

Contract length: Fixed (10 weeks. 35 hrs/week)

Remuneration: $17.40/hr

This is a government funded employment opportunity through the CANADA SUMMER JOBS program. As such, all applicants must meet eligiblity requirements for the CANADA SUMMER JOBS program. 

The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art is a non-profit artist-run centre in Kelowna, BC. Our mandate is to support the development of innovative contemporary work by local, national and international emerging and mid-career artists. The Alternator operates two exhibition spaces, hosts professional development workshops and facilitates community-based arts events.

Working with the Artistic and Administrative Director, the employee will participate in a range of arts-based community outreach activities.

The preferred applicant will have experience in visual and/or media arts, and a familiarity with artist-run centres. They are a highly responsible team player with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and are able to demonstrate personal initiative and leadership within a collective environment. 

Major responsibilities include: supporting the Alternator’s community outreach activities, assist in daily administrative duties including volunteer coordination, general exhibition installation and maintenance, and offer support to the Artistic and Administrative Director and Board of Directors.

Assets include:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• A familiarity with the Mac environment, including Word, Excel, Adobe CS and template-based web design platforms.

• Physical ability and knowledge to perform preparatory and installation work.

• Ability to work with a team as well as independently.

• Flexibility to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts.

To apply, submit a single PDF document (titled ‘YourFirstNameYourLastname.pdf’) containing a cover letter, resume and contact information for two references to HR@alternatorcentre.com. Please write 'Attn. Hiring Committee' in the email subject line. Deadline May 13 2024, midnight. Applications will not be accepted in person.

The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art encourages 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 thank all who express interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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