S+S Winter Market Greeters
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 Greeters
Come join the Show + Sale team for Fall 2024! Show + Sale is an artist-led program that provides AUArts students with opportunities to sell their artwork and learn professional skills. We are the Students’ Association’s largest and longest-running program, having been in operation for over 32 years.
In our program, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional mentorship and meaningful professional development. Show + Sale artists don’t just sell their artwork; they gain the skills and confidence to make a sustainable living from their art practice.
Employment Type:
Casual contract position. Hourly wage (up to 15 hours).
Contract Length:
November 2024
You have the option to work one or both full shifts, or shorter 4 hour shifts each day depending on your availability.
First Night Fundraiser: November 15th, 3pm-10pm
Saturday Family Day: November 16th, 9am-5pm
Hourly Pay Range:
$15 per hour
Hourly wage (up to 15 hours).
Reports to
Show + Sale Coordinator, Show + Sale Assistant
Core Objectives
Welcome guests as they arrive at the entrance points.
Distribute informational materials to guests.
Encourage donations.
Provide an overview of the event and address any inquiries from guests.
Promote the event to attendees.
Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the event.
Share the history of the event with guests.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual able to work alone and as part of a team. They are passionate about peer mentorship, working collaboratively and want to gain experience in art installation, event planning and arts markets.
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.
Qualifications and Skills
Must possess an extroverted personality
Enjoys engaging with the public and participating in lively conversations
Comfortable initiating discussions with new people
Exhibits a friendly and welcoming demeanor
Passionate about communication and networking
Confident in a proactive approach to sales initiatives
Preference will be given to current students and recent graduates of AUArts. Must be available for the full duration of the event including the evening of November 15, and November 16, 2024
Apply Now!
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume to Show + Sale Coordinator Juli Song at showandsale.sa@auarts.ca no later than 11:59pm MST on October 19, 2024.
Interviews will take place from October 21-24, 2024, with an expected start date of November 15, 2024
Please send cover letter and resume applications to: Juli Song at showandsale.sa@auarts.ca
Application Deadline is October 19, 2024 at 11:59pm MST