We’re Hiring! Show + Sale Coordinator

Come Work with Us!
Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts Students’ Association (AUArts SA). Join our team and work with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience.

Show + Sale Coordinator
The Show + Sale Coordinator position oversees the coordination and logistics of the Show + Sale program. The Show + Sale program focuses on the mentorship of current AUArts students as emerging artists through professional development opportunities and workshops.  The Show + Sale Coordinator will work with the Students’ Association to plan and execute the large scale in-person Winter Market in the AUArts common exhibition areas with the support of the Program Director and seasonal staff. 

Employment Type:
The role is an annual part-time, hourly contract with the possibility of extension.

Contract Length:
1 year with possibility of extension.

Hourly Pay Range:
The pay rate may range from $18.00-$20.00 depending on experience. 

Reports to
Programs Director

Core Objectives

·      Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless coordination between staff, artists. 

·      Lead a dynamic team of current AUArts students, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment. 

·      Provide training for various seasonal staff. 

·      Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of program activities and participant progress. 

·      Work with the Programs Director to develop and manage budgets.  

·      Work with the S+S Assistant on making the program experience enriching for participants. 

·      Ensure all participating artists receive payment in a timely manner. 

·      Monitor and manage expenditures, ensuring fiscal responsibility and report ticket sales and customer feedback.   

·      Support grant proposals and debriefs for the program.

·      Organize professional development workshops for program participants. 

·      Oversee the jury process for applicants, from selecting jury members to sending results. 

·      Book event rentals  

·      Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure all event volunteers execute their shifts in a safe, fun environment.  

Who You Are
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to lead a team, have experience in event management and possess a passion for fostering a community of artists and makers. Although the Winter Market takes place in November, there will be opportunities in the Winter Semester (January – April) for supplementary event planning to help promote the Show + Sale program as well as to provide workshop opportunities to both Show + Sale artists and the university community at large. 

 Qualifications and Skills

·      1-3 years of previous experience in program management or a related role, preferably within the arts. 

·      Experience with working with arts galleries and markets. 

·      Strong organizational and leadership skills. 

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

·      Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities. 

·      Intermediate Microsoft Suite skills, including Excel and Teams considered an asset. 

·      Event management experience is an asset. 

·      Experience in a non-profit or artist run centre considered an asset. 

Who We Are
Here at AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too…

Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace.

Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small.

Inspiration & Innovation - Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services.

Perks

·      Professional development opportunities

·      Adaptable schedule with option for remote work

·      Staff appreciation events

·      Paid vacation and flex days

Apply Now!
Please note that this is a 12-month contract. Email your Resume/CV and a maximum 1-page cover letter in a single PDF with the subject line: YOURLASTNAME_JOBTITLE. Please ensure you specify which job you’re applying for and why you think you are a good fit for this position and within the AUArts SA team!

Interviews will take place from June 24 – June 27, 2024.

Please send cover letter and resume applications to: Sam Rollo at programs.sa@auarts.ca

Application Deadline is June 16, 2024, at 11:59pm

The AUArts Students’ Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. If you require any specific accommodations to be made during the interview process, please do not hesitate to include this information when submitting your application. We thank all candidates for their interest. This position is open to everyone, however AUArts alumni will be prioritized.