Call for Applications: Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Closing Date of Opportunity: January 31, 2025

Name or Organization: Burnt Toast Studio

Contact Email: info@burnttoaststudio.com

Website: http://www.burnttoaststudio.com

Post Content: We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Part-Time Marketing and Communications Coordinator for a contract of 3 months with the possibility to extend. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and executing marketing strategies, maintaining a strong social media presence, and aiding with studio events where needed. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our printmaking studio.

Responsibilities:

Marketing and Promotion: The selected candidate should be able to create and implement marketing strategies via social media, events and email. Success in this position will increase community engagement. The candidate should be able to demonstrate that they are capable of:

•Development and implementation of marketing strategies to attract new members and increase studio visibility.
•Create engaging content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.).
•Regularly post updates, promotions, and announcements on social media.
Utilize online tools and platforms to optimize reach and engagement.
•Develop and distribute print or digital marketing materials (flyers, brochures, newsletters, etc.).
•Creation of a photo asset database.
•Collaborate with local art communities, galleries, and organizations to promote studio events.

Event Representative:

•Attend and represent Burnt Toast as our Social Media Coordinator at studio events such as Exhibitions and Open Studios.
•Event documentation - to be used for photo asset database.
•Create and distribute marketing material at events.

Qualifications:

•Previous experience in marketing, communications, studio administration, or event coordination is preferred.
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Proficiency in social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
•Knowledge of printmaking techniques, processes, and art materials is a plus.
•Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
•Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as required based on event schedule.

The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities for Marketing and Communications Coordinator. Actual duties may vary based on the specific needs of the studio.

Compensation:
•$ 20/hour on a 5 hour per week contract with the possibility to extend.

About Burnt Toast Studio:

Burnt Toast Studio is a not-for-profit artist collective that provides affordable studio spaces, access to shared equipment, opportunities for exhibition, participation in collaborative shows and a venue to sell artwork. We strive to nurture, maintain and share printmaking techniques while fostering and developing original works. We are home to many talented Calgary artists at varying different points in their careers. BTS provides opportunities for emerging artists and a space for community connection through the sharing of artwork, encouraging Calgary’s arts community to grow and thrive.

We strongly encourage equity deserving artists, including women, disabled, Indigenous, Black, Racialized folks and the LGBTQIA2S+ candidates to apply.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio materials to info@burnttoaststudio.com with subject ‘Marketing and Communications Coordinator Application - Name'. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Please note that we will only contact candidates who are being considered for an interview. Thank you for your understanding.