Ceramics Assistant - Port Moody, Canada - PoMoArts

PoMoArts

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Port Moody, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Posting
Ceramics Assistant/Program Assistant, Education

Summer Pending Canada Summer Jobs Funding**The Port Moody Arts Centre is seeking a qualified, creative, and enthusiastic Ceramics Assistant who can provide direction and support for Ceramics Programs. Working closely with the Ceramics Manager, the Assistant to the Ceramics Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Ceramics studio including mixing and maintaining glazes and supplies, recycling and operating pug mills, firing and operating all kilns, assisting the delivery of ceramics programs and services, and ensuring that the program is operating safely and effectively. They must be familiar with how to operate a variety of different equipment and various artistic techniques. Depending on if they work alone, they may also be in need of some general business and record-keeping skills. Requirements include critical thinking, attention to detail, manual dexterity, consistency, creativity, and organization skills.

They will demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills and possess skills to assist studio users as required.

This position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on all aspects of the ceramics program on operations with a focus on studio management, community engagement, and leadership experience in a non-profit community arts organization.

About the PoMoArts

Housed in the historic Old City Hall and Appleyard House buildings in the heart of Port Moody, the Port Moody Arts Centre is a cultural hub for arts and education.

With a mission to promote participation in the arts, we offer a full range of visual, ceramic, theatre, music, and media arts programming for people of all ages and experience levels to explore their creativity and develop artistic skills.

The Arts Centre is also home to a public art gallery, showcasing the work of emerging and established artists in a variety of mediums through a professionally curated exhibition program.

PoMoArts is committed to celebrating the rich diversity of people in our community. We are guided by the principle that embracing diversity enriches the lives of all people. We all share the responsibility for creating an equitable and inclusive community and for addressing discrimination in all forms.

Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Ceramics Manager, the Assistant will provide daily support in the delivery of:

Ceramics Program Operations (on-going)

Assist with developing, organizing, and planning 2023/2024 Ceramics programming
Assist with customer service and conflict resolution related to Ceramics Education programs, ensuring participant satisfaction.
Provide administrative support, including monitoring registration, configuring, and reviewing all data in the Arts Centre's online registration system (Xplor Rec) for accuracy.
Communicate with ceramics instructors regarding their requirements for the program, including compiling biographies, photos, and other information to share with the Marketing Coordinator and assist in the promotion of ceramics education programs.
Participate in community events and outreach initiatives as a representative of PoMoArts.
Research and perform competitive analysis for ceramics education programs.
Liaise with the Marketing Coordinator to monitor registration numbers and identify classes to promote in social media and digital marketing campaigns.
Help develop an inventory and supply management system for all ceramics supplies and materials used in the delivery of ceramics education programs.
Oversee the preparation of weekly documentation, including attendance lists and signin sheets.
Complete a final report assessing and making recommendations to improve the Summer program.

Ceramics Studio

Assist with maintaining ceramics studio inventory: clay, tools, and kiln accessories
Routine cleaning of the studio area
Other related duties as required

Summer Art Camp Coordination

Assist staff, instructors, volunteers, and parents with daily camp logistics and programming.
Help facilitate daily signin procedures of camp participants, ensuring that all client information and emergency contact forms are complete.
Work with Ceramics Manager to organize and supervise youth volunteers, introducing volunteers to their assigned roles and activities to facilitate smooth integration into programs.
Develop and lead fun, creative, and ageappropriate participatory activities for children during lunch break and outside break.
Ensure the safety and organization of approximately 50 camp participants each day, ensuring that behavioural policies are followed.
Ensure Health and Safety protocols are in place at all times.
Assist with the documentation of camp activities, including taking photographs of camp participants and coordinating photo release forms.
Assist with the safety protocols as outlined in our Communicable Disease Prevention Plan.

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