Arts opportunity

The Alberta Society of Artists (ASA) invites all artists, Members and Non-Members (18 years and over), residing in Alberta to submit work of any visual medium to our in-house and partnered gallery spaces for the 2025 season. 

All artists, both emerging and established, working in all media including installation, sculpture, video or photography, textiles, painting, drawing, and mixed media are encouraged to apply.

Deadline for submissions is Monday, September 30, 2024 at 11:59 pm MST.

For more information, go to www.albertasocietyofartists.com For questions on accepted media, please contact coordinator@albertasocietyofartists.com or call the ASA Gallery at 403-265-0012.

The Alberta Society of Artists is the oldest society of juried professional artists in the province, providing art education and exhibitions in public venues since 1931. The Society’s goal is to increase public awareness and appreciation of the visual arts in Alberta.  

Exposure welcomes diverse and innovative submissions from photographers and visual artists around the world who incorporate, celebrate or challenge the photographic medium within their practice.

We are delighted to announce that the Exposure 2023 International open call juror is Michèle Pearson Clarke. Michèle is an artist, writer, and educator who works in photography, film, video, and installation. Born in Trinidad and based in Toronto, her work is exhibited internationally. Michèle served as the photo laureate for the City of Toronto (2019-2022).

Those who have been selected by the juror will: 

• Exhibit their work in the Exposure 2023 Emerging Photographers Showcase exhibition.
• Be invited to become involved with the exhibition’s related programming.
• Be invited to show selected work in a public exhibition presented on Pattison Outdoor digital billboards located in the City of Calgary.
• Have their name and website link featured on the Exposure website as an artist profile, reaching audiences worldwide.
• Have the opportunity to win one of the awards presented by Exposure, GRAIN Projects, Shutter Hub, The Magenta Foundation and TREX Southwest.
• Receive $161 artist fee (in line with CARFAC recommended Fee Schedule)
• Receive $150 production expense allocation with Exposure 2023 print partner, ABL Imaging Group, to cover/support costs of printing work for the exhibition.
• Have their work promoted in the Exposure 2023 official press release pack. 

All those who submit their work will:

• Have the opportunity to be featured on the Exposure Photography Festival curated Instagram account reaching audiences worldwide! Exposure will be sharing examples of strong submissions throughout the duration of the open call. To enhance your chance of being featured on our platform, please make sure you submit your work early.
• Gain visibility with the juror and Exposure team. 

Submission Fee: $35 CAD for 10 images
Deadline: September 1, 2022 at 6 pm MST
For more information visit exposurephotofestival.com/eps2023.

We encourage submissions from members of underrepresented groups, and we welcome submissions from gender and sexually diverse individuals, racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities.

Exposure is committed to supporting individuals who face barriers in applying for its opportunities. If you require assistance, please email Exposure Coordinator Beth Kane – beth@exposurephotofest.com.

Call for Visual Arts Submissions: The Quenten Doolittle Memorial Gallery

The Pumphouse Theatre and The Quenten Doolittle Memorial Gallery is looking for submission for its upcoming Fall Gallery: Metamorphosis happening September 26th – December 7th, 2024. Submissions will be accepting beginning Wednesday July 24, 2024 and the deadline to submit will be August 31, 2024. 

The Pumphouse Theatre is a vibrant facility with historical significance. It supports and presents all art forms and creates opportunities for engagement, enrichment, cultural experience, learning and inspiration, while serving all Calgarians. To enable this, the Quenten Doolittle Memorial Gallery provides accessible wall display space for Mohkinstsis (Calgary) visual artists to display and sell their work, free from commission.

For this exhibit, we are looking for work that reflects the theme of metamorphosis – explorations and interpretations surrounding change, alteration, transfiguration, or mutation. Submissions of any style, from realistic to abstract, and in any visual art medium will be considered, provided it meets all gallery requirements below.

The Pumphouse Theatre supports an inclusive and diverse community. We encourage any submissions of eligible visual artists from all communities including but not limited to the LGBTQ2+, BIPOC, and those with disabilities. Priority will be given to artists who are emerging or at the early stages of their career.

Submissions must meet the following requirements:

• Artist must reside in Calgary and must be available for installation dates provided.
• Artwork must be delivered ready to hang (wall-space only) with the dimensions listed on the application form.

Installation Requirements: All art MUST be equipped with picture hanging wire and D rings (a piece of metal hardware shaped like the letter D used on the back of frame or canvas as hooking device). Hanging cleats or flat metal hardware unfortunately will not be accepted.

To apply, please send the following information via email or mail:

• Completed Gallery Submission Form: This can be accessed on our website, www.pumphousetheatre.ca or by emailing kelly@pumphousetheatre.ca  
• Artist Biography (250 words max): A short description of who you are and your art background, training, passion, and/or any combination of the fore mentioned information
• Artwork: A minimum of 1 to a maximum of 5 pieces will be accepted. Images of artwork only; do not send original works with application

Applications or queries can be sent to Kelly Malcolm, Programming Director, at kelly@pumphousetheatre.ca

Selection Process: Art pieces are selected by a committee of no less than 3 people and are a mix of artists and administrators.  Selection criteria is based on: suitability to the theme, technique, emotional response, creativity & innovation, and suitability for the Pumphouse Theatre gallery space and its patrons (ages 8-80 representing various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds). Unfortunately, we are unable to accept works that feature nudity.

Any artists who need assistance with their application, or have inquires and questions, are welcome to contact the Pumphouse Theatre, at any point.

We look forward to seeing your artwork. Thank you!

Organization

Edmonton Arts Council ( ‘EAC’) recognizes our relationship with the Indigenous people of Treaty 6 territories. In doing so, we renew our commitment to continuing our collective journey toward the ideals of peace, friendship, and understanding at the core of that agreement. 

The EAC is a non-profit society and charitable organization established in 1995 that supports and promotes the arts in Edmonton. EAC works to; Build partnerships and initiate projects that strengthen the community; Invests in Edmonton festivals, arts organizations, and individual artists through municipal, corporate, and private funding; Provides expert advice to government and other agencies on issues that affect the arts; Creates awareness of the quality, variety and value of artistic work produced in Edmonton.

The vision of the EAC is to cultivate a rich, diverse, and inclusive cultural environment that reflects the city's unique identity. The mission of the EAC is to connect, advocate, and invest in the arts community to ensure that the arts are integral to the lives of Edmontonians. This involves promoting the value of the arts, securing resources, and facilitating opportunities for artists and arts organizations. Connections & Exchanges is the award-winning current cultural plan that outlines a strategic framework for the growth and transformation of arts and heritage in Edmonton over a decade to 2029.

The plan focuses on three main goals: to infuse culture, arts, and heritage into every aspect of civic fabric; support cultural makers and interpreters; and to grow arts and heritage audiences. It emphasizes collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation, aiming to create a thriving cultural ecosystem that benefits all Edmontonians. This further upholds the significance of the EAC’s work with equity-seeking communities emphasizing the significance of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) framework. In alignment with the Indigenous Principle as reflected within Connections & Exchanges that Indigenous people have agency in their journeys of revitalizing and participating in traditional, contemporary, and future manifestations of their culture.

The EAC works with the city, its agencies, and the arts community in Edmonton for the benefit of all citizens to realize our vision of a city where arts and culture are integrated in all aspects of our community life and where both individual artists and arts organizations are valued and supported in their endeavors to create, communicate, and contribute. Core programs and services for Edmontonians include managing a suite of investment programs for individual artists and arts and festival organizations, managing the City of Edmonton’s Public Art Policy and Public Art Collection, EAC Shop and Services, Community Animation in Edmonton neighbourhoods, and other special projects.

The impact of the EAC on the community is profound. By supporting local artists and arts organizations, the EAC helps to ensure a thriving cultural scene that enriches the lives of residents and visitors alike. As a glimpse of some of the impact these programs and services have had in 2023 the EAC:< >invested over $14 million in 305 artists and collectives, and 194 arts and festival organizations, through grant funding. brought 127 artists to 140 Edmonton neighborhoods through 146 events with the Community Animation programming.  showcased 238 artists in Shop & Services with 8837 tickets sold.managed 292 artworks in the Public Art collection with 27 artworks planned or in progress.million and expenses were $21.4 million, with $14.5 million disbursed as grants. For the fiscal year 2024, annual revenues are projected to be $20.6 million, with $19.7 million provided by the City of Edmonton. The EAC anticipates ending the 2024 fiscal year with an unallocated reserve of approximately $390,000.    

Community

Located in the heart of Treaty No. 6 Territory, Edmonton/amiskwaciywâskahikan is one of Canada’s youngest and fastest growing cities. The traditional meeting ground for many Indigenous communities, including the Nehiyawak/Cree, Dene Suliné, Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis, and the Inuk/Inuit peoples, Edmonton is home to Canada’s second-largest urban Indigenous community. The city’s continual development as a thriving urban centre encourages the ongoing migration of people from across Canada and around the world.

The city's visible minority population sits at 42.8 percent, with South Asian, Chinese, Black, and Filipino people making up the largest visible minority communities within Edmonton. Our diverse arts ecology in Edmonton reflects the population, with festivals, organizations, and major events such as the Indian Film Festival of Alberta, 5 Artists 1 Love, Cariwest, Edmonton Filipino Fiesta, and the Ociciwan Contemporary Art Collective.

As Alberta’s capital city with a population of over 1.2 million, Edmonton boasts a variety of major amenities that enhance the quality of life for its residents, including world-class educational institutions, several leading hospitals and specialized medical centers, and an extensive network of parks and recreational facilities. 

Nicknamed “Canada’s Festival City” Edmonton is home to a vibrant arts community. Offerings range from theatre and music venues to galleries and studios, brought to life by large institutions, community arts programs, collectives, and individual artists. The Edmonton Arts Council serves the entire community to bring art to a public that agrees (87%) that arts and culture make communities better places to live. A further 85% of surveyed Edmontonians agree that participating in arts and cultural activities builds a shared sense of community identity. 

Sources: edmontonarts.ca; exploreedmonton.com; Edmonton.ca; regionaldashboard.alberta.ca

Position Summary

The Executive Director serves as a collaborative and visionary leader. Reporting to the Board of Directors, they advance the EAC’s role in the Edmonton arts ecology as a leading voice, ensuring the achievement of the organization’s mission, mandate, and core values. The individual leverages organizational resources to build, nurture and expand partnerships increasing the EAC’s reach into the community. 

They provide strategic and inspirational vision for supporting artists and organizations in their capacity to reach equity seeking communities, including through the Indigenous principle. The Executive Director is accountable for the integration and implementation of the organization’s financial, operational, human resources and programmatic strategies.

They provide leadership and guidance to a close-knit team of highly engaged arts professionals dedicated to delivering projects, initiatives, programs and services with creativity and passion.    

Roles and Responsibilities 

Strategic Vision and Governance

• Lead the refinement and implementation of the strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team, prioritizing the allocation of resources and the alignment of delivery to measurement, evaluation and learning framework. 
• Nurture relationships with the Board of Directors, ensuring they are equipped with the information and tools required to fulfill their governance and community ambassadorship duties. 
• Strengthen the establishment of Board level supports, acting as a conduit for governance decision making models, strategic directions and budget implementation and monitoring responsibilities.
• Engage in opportunities to advance Board level capacity.
• Embrace other strategic vision and governance duties as needed. 

Community Partnerships and Engagement

• Serve as the public face for the organization, identifying and stewarding relationships with the City of Edmonton, organizational partners, and key stakeholders in the arts ecology.  
• Advance the implementation of the Indigenous Principle in the EAC’s engagement of Indigenous artists and Indigenous lead arts organizations.
• Nurture relationships with local, provincial, and national arts councils and other municipalities; partners like the Edmonton Heritage Council and Arts Habitat Edmonton; and stakeholder relations including municipal agencies and organizations like the Edmonton Public Library, Community Leagues, and Edmonton Community Foundation.
• Embrace other community partnerships and engagement duties as needed. 

Organizational Excellence and Fiscal Resiliency

• Lead the alignment of Programs, Services, and Access with Finance, Organizational Effectiveness and Engagement areas that maximize efficacy, strengthen internal capacity, and nurture strong internal communications.  
• Uphold the organization IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) framework as an underpinning principle throughout the organization. Prioritize and champion initiatives to invest in internal capacity through development and identification of the need for new resources.   
• Lead the EAC in informed development of the next strategic plan through an integrating of the various learnings, opportunities, and priorities.  
• Optimize and implement equitable operational policies, processes, and procedures that increase efficiency, establish quality services to grant recipients and artists, promote integrity, and strengthen internal controls.  
• Engage staff in consistent and supportive dialogue, nurturing a bridge between the overarching organizational vision and mission and the direct delivery of programs and supports.
• Maintains fiduciary responsibility for the health and viability of the organization.
• Embrace other organizational excellence and fiscal resiliency duties as needed.  

Traits and Characteristics

The Executive Director will be responsible for achieving results through the collaborative efforts of the team. Driven by their extensive past experiences and passion for assisting others, the Executive Director will be capable of building rapport with those in the community, in government, and across a diversity of sectors and businesses. They can discern the practical values of situations, the individuality, and perspectives of others, and make quick decisions when urgency is required.

Other key competencies include:

• Leadership and Diplomacy – the capacity to tactfully handle sensitive or difficult issues which impact the community while organizing and influencing elected officials, interested parties, and the public, to believe in a vision.
• Decision Making and Personal Accountability – the acuity to analyze many aspects of a situation to make consistently sound and timely decisions for EAC and being answerable to staff, Board, and the public for their own actions.
• Influencing Others and Interpersonal Skills – the sensitivity in relating well to a diverse community, while also personally affecting the actions, decisions, opinions, or thinking of others relating to the value of arts ecologies.
• Futuristic Thinking – the ability to imagine, envision, project and/or create what has not yet been actualized by EAC but would result in positive community impact.

Qualifications

As a qualified candidate, your combined work and educational experiences have prepared you as a forward-thinking leader with a proven ability to guide transformational change in achieving the objectives of the art ecologies. You bring 10 plus years of progressive senior leadership experience in organizations of varied complexity and size. You have demonstrated experience as a confident, informed public speaker who is actively engaged with a variety of stakeholders. You have a proven ability to work collaboratively with equity-seeking communities, elevating the work of all members. As a leading candidate, you are eligible to work in Canada with an understanding of the Edmonton arts ecology.

Compensation and Benefits

The EAC provides a competitive and equitable compensation package with a starting salary in the range of $160,000 to $180,000 Canadian. Benefits include voluntary participation in a Registered Pension Plan, an extended health plan, 3 weeks of paid vacation, and paid sick time which includes up to 4 personal days per year.

Applications and Inquiries

The EAC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals which includes applications from equity-seeking communities who have non-traditional experiences. Applicants who anticipate needing accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Arts Consulting Group in confidence.  

To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please click here or visit artsconsulting.com/opensearches.

For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact: 

Bruce D. Thibodeau, DBA, President
Jeff Erbach, Associate Vice President
1811 4th Street SW, Suite 523
Calgary, Alberta T2S 1W2
Tel: (888) 234.4236 Ext. 201 
Email:  EdmontonArtsCouncil@artsconsulting.com

The Edmonton Arts Council recognizes its relationship with the Indigenous people of Treaty 6 territories. In doing so, the EAC renews its commitment to continuing a collective journey toward the ideals of peace, friendship, and understanding at the core of that agreement.

Gallery Assistant, Esker Foundation

Full-time (37.5 hours / week), in person, permanent position.

A typical work week is Wednesday-Sunday 10 am-6 pm. Occasional evenings will be required.

Esker Foundation is seeking an organized and creative thinker to join our gallery team in the role of Gallery Assistant. The Gallery Assistant reports to the Director/Curator and works closely with the Curatorial, Programs & Engagement, Bookshop, and Communication & Marketing teams. Primary responsibilities include managing the front desk and engaging with gallery visitors, providing assistance to the Director with general office and administration tasks, and assisting in the running of gallery events.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), in-person, permanent position. A typical work week is Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-6pm. Occasional evening work will be required, given the nature of gallery programming. Should overtime be incurred, it will be compensated with time off in lieu at a rate of 1.5 hours for each hour of overtime worked. The salary for this position is $52,000. Benefits, following three months of employment, include health and dental, group retirement savings plan of 3% annually which is matched by the employee, 15 days paid vacation, 7 personal/health days, and underground parking.

The preferred start date for this position is September 9, 2024.

Application deadline: Thursday August 1, 2024 @ 6 pm MST

About Esker Foundation

Esker Foundation is located near the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, a site known as Mohkinstsis, and a deeply significant place within Treaty 7 territory.  We acknowledge that the Treaty 7 region is part of the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai Nations; the Tsuut’ina Nation; and the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, which includes the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley Nations. This City of Calgary is also home to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.

Founded by Jim and Susan Hill in 2012, Esker Foundation is a privately funded contemporary art gallery guided by curiosity and passion. Through exhibitions, public programs, publishing, and commissioning activities, the Foundation supports artists and audiences through a variety of learning, connecting, and collaborative models. As a team, we strive to place the artist and their practice at the core of our work, and to support, in as many ways as we can, the complex, difficult, and playful dialogues that exhibitions can produce. We each believe in the value of exhibitions and public engagement being responsive and experimental, and our production, activities, and relationships are all built in support of these values.

Esker Foundation is committed to anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Equity-deserving communities including individuals who are gender diverse, LGBTQ+, Two-Spirit, and individuals who are Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour. (Equity-deserving groups are communities that experience significant collective barriers in participating in society. This could include attitudinal, historic, social and environmental barriers based on age, ethnicity, disability, economic status, gender, nationality, race, sexual orientation and transgender status.[1])

While we seek to be accessible, we wish to be transparent about the current limitations of our facilities. Esker Foundation is not fully accessible in the following ways:
Multiple doors in our building, including access doors in our underground parkade and keyless entry doors within the building, are not equipped with accessibility buttons. 

Esker Foundation is not presently equipped with technology that supports those with hearing or visual impairments.

We acknowledge that accessibility is a relational and dynamic conversation that will differ individual to individual. If you have any questions or concerns about barriers to access at Esker Foundation or the Atlantic Avenue Art Block, please reach out to employment@eskerfoundation.com

To learn more about the team at Esker Foundation please visit eskerfoundation.com/about/

Primary Responsibilities

Esker Foundation is committed to teamwork, professional development, and creating a supportive environment for growth and learning. All training for this position will be provided by Esker staff during regular gallery hours.

Front of House

You will primarily be responsible for managing the front desk and providing excellent in-person visitor experience. You will be an initial public contact for the gallery; answer and direct phone, email, and in-person inquiries; provide insight into gallery exhibitions; and help people feel warmly welcomed during their visit.

You will connect with the Curatorial, Programs & Engagement, Communication & Marketing, and Bookshop teams to engage in conversations around programming and exhibitions, and to cultivate in-depth knowledge on artists and their practices. Curiosity to gather knowledge on many levels and to appropriately engage with audiences will be key to enjoying and growing in this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing the gallery during the Wednesday-Sunday work week.
• Monitoring the front desk during opening hours.
• Exhibition security checks and recording climate readings throughout the day.
• Providing an informative and welcoming experience for all visitors.
• Responding to, or directing, public inquiries received by phone, email, web, or in person.
• Managing the general Esker email account.
• Recording and managing up-to-date phone messages.
• Tenant bookings in Nest – which also includes general building and community relations.
• Tracking and recording gallery attendance and other statistics.
• Training volunteers on front desk responsibilities and Square POS.
• Assisting in Bookshop sales in-person and on e-commerce platforms, including the packaging and shipping of orders.

Gallery Administration

You will also assist the Director with general office and administration tasks.

Responsibilities include:

• Arranging and coordinating all staff meetings and master calendar for events.
• Arranging and tracking all applicable staff training.
• Assisting in EDIA research, audits, and staff training.
• Monitoring office/common area equipment and purchasing office supplies as required.
• Co-ordinating and booking artist and guest travel and accommodation.
• Shipping and receiving of all non-art related material.
• Arranging of courier services.
• Mailing exhibition invitations and brochures and managing mailing lists.
• Managing common kitchen, including purchasing supplies.
• Additional office admin and day-to-day gallery tasks as needed.

Public Program and Event Support

Assist with special events and public programs as required.

Responsibilities and skills required include:

• Assisting in the preparation and execution of opening receptions, including catering and bar needs.
• Assisting with both setup and cleanup of programming events.
• A full understanding of the technical support available for programs, including both software and hardware applications. This includes a working knowledge of Power Point, iPhoto, or other presentation software, as well as our in-house projectors, televisions, presentation hardware, microphones, and recording hardware.

Skills and Abilities:

With the recognition that skills and abilities do not necessarily need to be accompanied by an institutional qualification, formal educational credentials are not mandatory for this position.

• Flexible, respectful, and thoughtful to co-workers, artists and guests, volunteers, the local arts community, and the public.
• This role requires someone who is personable, friendly, open-minded, and enjoys interacting with people.
• The capacity to engage with and honour dialogues around reconciliation, inclusion, equity, and diversity.
• Knowledge of and interest in contemporary visual culture.
• Excellent research, communication, organizational, computer, and writing skills.
• The ability to communicate your ideas and present information to a variety of audiences.
• The ability to work in a deadline-driven and collaborative work environment. 
• The ability to take on and manage independent work initiatives and projects.
• An emotionally mature individual with strong self-awareness and a willingness to learn.
• Experience with the following software and platforms is an asset but not a requirement: Microsoft Office, macOS, Wordpress, Square Point of Sale, Adobe Creative Suite (i.e. Photoshop, InDesign).
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and skills and a resume or CV. Contact information for three professional references will be required if you are selected for an interview.

Professional references may include references from supervisors, co-workers, and professional colleagues, from a place of work or study, or where you have volunteered.

Send your application in one pdf to employment@eskerfoundation.com by Thursday August 1, 2024 @ 6pm MST with the subject line: Gallery Assistant

Interviews will be held either in-person or by Zoom in mid-August 2024.

The preferred start date for this position is September 09, 2024.

[1] This definition of “equity-deserving groups” is cited from the ‘Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization Key Terms’ of Queen’s University’s Human Rights and Equity Office. https://www.queensu.ca/hreo/sites/webpublish.queensu.ca.hreowww/files/fi...

Grindstone Theatre is hiring a full time Bookings and Operations Manager.

To apply please email bmartin@grindstonetheatre.ca with YOUR NAME - Bookings and Operations Manager Application in the subject line with a cover letter and CV. We look forward to hearing from you!'

Deadline to apply is July 19th.

Full details

Bookings and Operations Manager

About Us:

Grindstone Theatre Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing arts and culture. Founded in 2011 Grindstone Theatre has become a cornerstone of the Improv, Theatre, Comedy and Music scene in Edmonton. With multiple performance venues including the Grindstone Comedy Theatre, The Orange Hub Theatres, and our Fringe "Bring Your Own Venues," we offer a diverse range of venues and programming to engage audiences and support local and national artists, arts producers and community groups.

Mission:

Grindstone Theatre Society is committed to creating professional opportunities for local emerging performing artists. We believe that Edmonton has an overflow of talent that deserves to be nurtured and showcased. We serve to advance a diverse community of arts and culture through theatre, comedy, music and art.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Bookings and Operations Manager to oversee all bookings and operational aspects of Grindstone Theatre's venues. Reporting to the Artistic and Executive Director, the Bookings and Operations Manager will be responsible for managing venue rentals, coordinating event logistics, and ensuring the smooth operation of our theatres. This role will also oversee budgeting, venue sponsorship, reporting, booking contracts, marketing, and ticketing, as well as hiring and managing staff.

Responsibilities:

1. Booking Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all venue rental inquiries, negotiating rental agreements, preparing contracts, and overseeing the booking process from start to finish.
• Maintain an up-to-date booking calendar for all Grindstone Theatre venues, ensuring efficient use of space and resources. Share the calendars with the necessary stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, event organizers, and artists to encourage repeat bookings and foster positive partnerships.

2.A. Comedy Theatre Venue Operations:

• Oversee operational aspects of Comedy Theatre venue, including scheduling staff (TD/Head Technician and Box Office/FOH staff). Work with the General Manager who will coordinate Bistro staff and handle facility repairs and maintenance.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to streamline venue operations and improve efficiency.

2.B. Orange Hub Venues

• Work with the AD to develop the Orange Hub Business Plan, Policies and Procedures.
• Review the management contract with the City of Edmonton for the Orange Hub Theatres. Ensure compliance and report to the City of Edmonton as required for the Orange Hub Theatres management contract.
• Conduct interviews with the AD and hire related staff for the Orange Hub Venues
• Work closely with the Technical Director and Front of House Services Manager to coordinate technical requirements, staffing needs, and venue setup for events.

2.C. Fringe BYOV Venues

• Produce and manage the Grindstone Fringe Festival BYOV’s
• Use the same processes of soliciting applications from renters
• Manage venue rental contracts with external venues (ex. Luther Center, Mile Zero Dance, etc)
• Create a google form to collect applicant information once dates are announced for the festival
• Ensure the application is marketed across Grindstone channels and Theatre networks
• Update the website with Fringe BYOV deadlines and relevant venue information
• Select shows for each venue and send offers, contracts and invoices. Have the shows approved by the AD.
• Liaise with Fringe proper on the amount of venues running and shows accepted
• Create show schedules for each venue. Ensure the schedule works with the Artists and submit the final show schedule to Fringe Proper, then upload all show times into Eventotron
• Schedule Technicians and FOH managers for the duration of the festival
• Instruct FOH managers to work with Volunteers for ticket scanning and line management
• Work with the Festival TD to collect all technical needs from BYOV Producers
• Work with the Festival TD to ensure all venues are properly outfitted with lighting/sound equipment, chairs, signage etc.
• Work with the Festival TD to ensure all City of Edmonton checklist requirements needed for Road closure are completed, monitor the BYOV build budget and reconcile expenses with the TD, approve the set up/strike schedule proposed by the TD
• Hire any additional FOH staff or Volunteer Coordinator to ensure FOH Volunteers are scheduled for each Fringe show to scan tickets
• Manage venue sponsorship for the Festival
• Work with graphic designers to create site signage (show schedule boards) and directional signage

3. Financial Management:

• Develop and manage venue budgets, tracking revenue and expenses, and preparing financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Monitor ticket sales, rental revenue, and other sources of income, identifying opportunities to maximize revenue and minimize expenses.
• Coordinate with the AD, General Manager and Bookkeeper to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

4. Marketing:

• Collaborate with marketing staff to develop marketing strategies and promotional campaigns to increase venue visibility, increase bookings and promote what is happening at each theatre venue from a venue perspective.
• Maintain current information online regarding the venue throughout the Grindstone Website and associated channels
• Coordinate with the City for any signage needs

5. Ticketing and Box Office:

• Oversee ticketing operations, including coordinating ticketing information with renters, putting tickets up for sale through Showpass and the Grindstone website, managing ticket inventory, and coordinating with box office staff to ensure smooth ticket sales and distribution.
• Prepare ticket settlement reports and provide to producers/renters
• Coordinate the same ticketing process for internally produced Grindstone productions.

6. Staff Management:

• Hire, train, and supervise the Technical Director and Front of House Services Manager and grow the staffing team as necessary providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure the successful operation of the theatre venues.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback, and address any performance issues or concerns in a timely and constructive manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Business Management, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in venue management, event planning, or related field, with a demonstrated track record of success in managing theatre operations and bookings.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team of staff and volunteers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in budgeting, financial management, and reporting, with the ability to analyze financial data and make data-driven decisions.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and strategies, with experience developing and implementing marketing campaigns to promote events and drive ticket sales.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems, event management software, and other tools used in theatre operations (preferred).
• Commitment to the mission and values of Grindstone Theatre Society and a passion for supporting the arts and cultural community.

Position Details:

• 40 hours/week
• Job start date: July 29 2024
• $43,000 - $52,000 / year depending on qualifications and experience
• benefits available after 6 months

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to bmartin@grindstonetheatre.ca with the subject line "Bookings and Operations Manager Application - [Your Name]". In your cover letter, please include why you are interested in joining Grindstone Theatre Society and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities of the role.

Grindstone Theatre Society is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Volunteering For Our Casino Fundraiser is a Safe Bet

August 4 & 5 at the Starlight Casino in West Edmonton

Consider volunteering a few hours of your time, spent with other artists helping us. No experience required, and all training is provided. CARFAC Alberta will be happy to gift you with a free membership for your time! As well. a meal will be provided for each shift, and taxi vouchers are available.

Casino funding is crucial for this organization's operation, and we appreciate your time and effort.  Learn more about our mandate.

There are several different positions to choose from, and you always have support from experienced volunteers nearby.

Sunday August 4 & Monday August 5 | Night Shift 11:30 pm to 3:30 am

• Count Room

Monday August 5 | Day Shift 10 am to 7:15 pm

• General Manager
• Assistant General Manager
• Cashier

Sunday August 4 | Night Shift 6:30 pm to 4 am

• Chip Runner

Monday August 5 | Night Shift 6:30 pm to 4 am

• General Manager
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If you would like to help CARFAC Alberta support all Alberta visual artists and visual arts communities,  email Sharon

Thank you!
 
 

Eligible artists in Alberta can now apply to the AFA for a project grant for up to $18,000. The next deadline to apply is September 3. 

This increase is part of the AFA’s 2024-25 budget, which was increased by Alberta’s government in Budget 2024 by 18% to $30.1 million. Read more about our spending plan.

If you submitted your application before June 24

If you already applied to the September 1 deadline and you have questions about if this change impacts your specific application, please reach out to your grant consultant for more information.

As a reminder, project expenses incurred before final submission of your grant application are ineligible for AFA funding.

First time applicants

If you have never applied for an AFA grant, visit our website for Frequently Asked Questions and find additional grant resources for individual artists.

The AFA supports artists through seven discipline-specific Individual Project Funding Opportunities for Dance, Film & Video, Indigenous Arts, Literary Arts, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts and New Media. Each funding opportunity supports arts activities in in art production (artistic and cultural creation), research, marketing, or training and career development.

The AFA only accepts applications through GATE Front Office online application system. First-time applicants will require a username and password. Email registrationafa@gov.ab.ca to obtain your login information at least five business days prior to the application deadline.

Please include:

• your legal name
• the funding opportunity to which you are applying
• your email address

Your username and password will be sent to the email address provided.

Summer Education Assistant

Overview

Grindstone Theatre is seeking an Education Assistant for 20 hours per week. We are looking for someone with administration and education experience to help the Education Manager facilitate the summer camps and workshops at The Grindstone Theatre School. This job will include assisting the Education Manager in supervising the summer camps, classes, workshops and festivals. It also involves communicating with parents, students and instructors, reviewing administrative documents and completing outreach at each of our summer festivals and other summer events. Applicants must be self-starters and able to self manage their time, workload and other responsibilities. 
If you are passionate about theatre arts, have a background in Theatrical Education or social media and are able to manage and solve problems on the fly - we think you would be a great fit!

Responsibilities and qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Be knowledgeable and informed about all programs offered through Grindstone Theatre School
• Communicate with instructors, students and Education Team regularly
• Give daily updates of tasks completed to the Education Manager and team
• Assist in producing showcases and communicate with instructors for tech and showcase needs
• Follow and uphold Theatre School Policies
• Complete outreach at any summer festivals or events
  • Be able to sell or promote our ongoing and upcoming programs to any interested parties
• Assist with set up, tear down and front of house for Grindstone Festivals (Comedy Fest & Fringe)
• Help the Education Manager in creating content and managing the social media for The Grindstone Theatre School
• Administrative duties such as reviewing any documents created by the Education Team, keeping up with correspondence, any additional duties as assigned
• Be available and present for the run of camps, classes, workshops, and festivals
• Be the site contact while programs are in session (to be split between the Education Team)
• Assist the Education Manager with scheduling and contracting Studio Rental inquiries
• Assist the Education Manager with Marketing campaigns
• Help create and send education newsletters and e-blasts
• Assist the Education Manager with website updates and student registrations
• Respond to student inquiries
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of admin experience (experience in Fine Arts Education Administration is an asset)
• General knowledge of theatre practice
• Experience with Wix is an asset
• Experience in fundraising is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills. Ability to create and sustain positive working relationships with theatre companies and staff
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities at work
• Self-directed with the ability to take initiative
• The Summer Assistant MUST be available for the following dates:
  • Start Date: Tuesday June 18, 2024
  • Classes: Tuesday June 25, 2024
  • Classes: Wednesday June 26, 2024
  • Classes: Thursday June 27, 2024
  • Comedy Fest: July 3 - 7, 2024
  • Tentative Workshops (TBD): 
    • July 13 or 14
    • July 20 or 21
    • July 27 or 28
  • Camps: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26 and July 22 - August 2, 2024 (please see the attached schedule for more information)
  • Showcases: August 6th and August 8th, 2024
  • Edmonton Fringe Festival: August 15 - 25, 2024
  • Final Day: TBD based on hours left 

Position details

Schedule/Wage:

• Wage is $18.50/hour based on Canada Summer Jobs Grant
  • Must be under 30 years old
• 20 hours per week
• Mixed availability - partial day times and partial evening and weekends

To apply, please send a Cover letter & Resume to Jules Pepin at jpepin@grindstonetheatre.ca.

Please note “Summer Education Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls please. 

Hurry before it sells out!

Screen printing (or silkscreen) is a printmaking technique where layers of ink are pulled through a mesh screen to create a wonderfully detailed image, often with multiple layers of transparent ink interacting with one another. In this comprehensive workshop, students will gain an understanding of the processes involved in creating a screen print on paper within a professional printmaking studio and will leave with the knowledge and experience required to produce work independently.

This course is suitable for all levels with no prior experience needed.

What you’ll learn: ​​​​

• Both analogue and digital methods of creating stencilsCoating a screen with emulsion
• Burning the screen on the exposure unit
• Mixing ink
• Registering multiple layers
• Pulling prints
• Cleaning/ reclaiming screens

About the instructor:

Originally from Montreal Quebec, Statz completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the Alberta College of Art + Design in 2000, and received his Masters of Fine Arts degree in Print Media at Concordia University in 2008. Currently based in Calgary Alberta, Statz’s work has been exhibited across Canada, The United States, and Europe.
Instagram: @statzart  

Workshop Fee
$375.00* prices not subject to GST

*Access to using the A/P studio equipment, including as a workshop participant, requires an A/P membership. Annual memberships are $30 and $10 for current students and current recipients of AISH. Membership fees can be applied directly to your workshop registration.

Click here for more information and to register

Additional Notes:

• Class limited to 4 Participants
• Adults 18+ Years Old