Coordinator, Activations and Partnerships Opportunity

Job Description

Employment Type: Contract – 1yr

Hours Per Week: 40

Vacation Accrual: 15 workdays based on hours

Pay Type: Salary

Paid Health Days: 12/year upon accrual

Benefits: Health + Dental, Life Ins. + ASI

RRSP/TFSA Cont.: $750.00/yr

The Role 

The Coordinator, Activations and Partnerships (CAP), will be instrumental in linking the NaAC and its artists with opportunities for artwork sales, commissions, royalties, and loans. This role demands a blend of sales acumen, knowledge of both the arts and disability communities, and awareness of the commercial opportunities available to artists working across a range of mediums including visual arts, film, music, dance, and performing arts. The CAP is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities for artists living with developmental, physical, and/ or acquired disabilities, guaranteeing that artists are paid the same rates as any other working, professional artist, and maintaining the highest degree of respect for their artworks and rights as creative professionals. 

Tasks & Responsibilities: 

Under the direction of the LPE and other members NaAC’s Leadership Team, the CAP will lead the development and implementation of a commercial outreach program that secures revenue-generating opportunities for NaAC artists, enhancing their visibility in private and corporate collections, businesses, and public spaces.

A. Partner Outreach and Development

1. Act as the liaison between NaAC artists and relevant partners/ stakeholders to negotiate, manage, and execute commercial artwork opportunities including: commissions, sales, loans, music publishing & synch licensing, film screening agreements, etc.

2. Meet with relevant partners/ stakeholders to determine their needs and preferences; develop pitch decks, presentations, and artwork samples tailored to the partner’s specifications, timeline, budget, and aesthetic preferences. 

3. Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends and market demands in the arts.

B. Artist Engagement

1. Collaborate with NaAC artists and Artistic Department Leads to pinpoint and develop commercial opportunities tailored to each specific medium.

2. Keep up to date on artistic production across all departments; identify artworks ready for sale or other income-generating opportunities. 

3. Ensure works are being valuated fairly and accurately; prioritize and advocate for the rights of NaAC artists in every interaction.   

C. Administrative Duties

1. Regularly update and maintain NaAC’s Art Sale catalog and permanent collection.

2. Oversee administrative processes surrounding all commercial opportunities, ensuring appropriate agreements, documents, and procedures are adhered to and clearly outlined to all parties (patrons, artists, accounting); tailor contracts and agreements to fit specific needs and opportunities.

3. Coordinate the printing, framing, delivery and/ or shipping of all sold artworks, as required. 

4. Research, develop, and advance commercial sales systems for implementation at the NaAC.

5. Work closely with NaAC’s Coordinator, Stakeholder Relations, to effectively market and promote artists and their artworks, as appropriate. 

6. In collaboration with NaAC’s Program Department Leads and Leadership/ Management Staff, develop and execute a commercial outreach strategy that supports the long-term growth of income generating opportunities for artists living with developmental, physical, and/ or acquired disabilities. 

D. Exhibitions and Other Event Assistance 

1. Assist with all National accessArts Centre exhibitions and other events as requested. Tasks may include: 

i. Planning, including the determination of placement of art pieces. 

ii. Event set up and tear down. 

iii. Installation of artworks. 

iv. Other tasks specific to the event at hand

E. General Duties

1. Collaborate with the President and CEO and other Management/ Leadership staff to support fund development initiatives.

2. Manage approved department budgets; ensure budgets are adhered to; mitigate risks to budgets.

3. Advocate for the agency and equitable treatment of NaAC artists; be able to hold difficult conversations with various stakeholders when NaAC values and artists’ rights are compromised or at risk. 

4. Assist in monitoring the condition of studio facilities, exhibition prep areas, photo documentation suite, and the permanent collection. 

D. Expected Behaviours 

• Adhere to the NaAC’s Code of Conduct at all times; behave respectfully and without discrimination 
• Actively support and participate in the NaAC’s initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Take initiative to learn about the NaAC, its goals, and its artists 
• Demonstrate willingness to adapt communication and teaching style to meet unique and individual needs 
• Demonstrate a commitment to artists’ autonomy over their creative decisions 
• Actively attend, engage, and participate in meetings as required 
• Respond to all organizational email correspondence in a timely manner 
• Complete all mandatory training on time 
• Participate in team-building events 
• Respond to NaAC surveys and requests for information 
• Demonstrate a positive attitude; be willing to resolve conflicts respectfully and in a timely manner 
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QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills + Abilities 

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in art history, fine arts, or a related field. Relevant experience can be also considered. 
• 2-5+ years experience as an art dealer, art consultant, or in a similar role. 
• Ability to speak and write effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 
• Demonstrable attention to detail.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of art history and current market trends, excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.  

Additional Skills + Abilities Considered Assets 

• Experience working with individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities. 
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills. 
• Expertise in sales techniques.

Required Personal Characteristics

• Patience. 
• Passion for helping artists achieve their goals in all elements of the artistic process. 
• Mature attitude and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative environment. 
• Desire and ability to work as part of a team. Collegial attitude towards teamwork, effectively managers and resolves conflicts, and is committed to addressing issues as they arise rather than avoiding them. 
• Desire and will to support artists’ learning of specific mediums or styles while accounting for their unique 

abilities and access needs. 

• Curious about hearing or learning from others as well as sharing ideas. 
• Able to think beyond the scope of what is known (e.g. creative solutions to adapting tools to different 
• physical/ sensory challenges). 
• Highly organized and capable of following up on assigned duties in a timely manner 
• Energetic and positive approach to tasks and taking initiative.