Gallery Manager/curator - Vancouver, Canada - JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

P/T Permanent (20 hours/week)
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Responsibilities:

Community Engagement:

Cultivate relationships with local artists, art organizations, educational institutions, and community stakeholders to foster collaboration and participation in gallery activities.
Develop outreach initiatives to engage across communities and promote accessibility to the gallery.
Organize community events, and art programming to enhance community involvement and appreciation for the arts.

Operations Management:

Oversee daytoday gallery operations including scheduling, volunteerstaffing, and maintenance.
Coordinate exhibition installations, deinstallations, and art handling logistics.
Ensure compliance with safety and security protocols for artworks and visitors.
Manage inventory, procurement, and budgeting for gallery supplies and materials.

Curation:

Develop and curate a diverse range of exhibitions that reflect the interests and cultural identity of the Jewish community.
Collaborate with artists, curators, and community organizations to organize exhibitions, artist talks, workshops, and other related events.
Manage exhibition schedules and coordinate promotional efforts to attract a broad audience.

Marketing and Promotion:

Create promotional materials such as press releases, posters, and digital content to increase visibility and attendance.

Administrative Duties:

Manage gallery documentation, including contracts, artist agreements, loan agreements, and exhibition records.
Handle administrative tasks such as invoicing and financial reporting in coordination with the finance department.
Provide regular reports on gallery activities, attendance, and financial performance to the JCC management team.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Art History, Arts Administration, Fine Arts, or related field.

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in gallery management, arts administration, or related field.

Strong understanding of contemporary art trends and practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated success with budgeting & resources management.
Grant acquisition experience.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the arts.
Experience in the non profit sector is preferred.

Compensation:
$27-$30/hourly. 20 hours per week.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes extended health and dental, an employer matched pension plan and employee assistance program (EAP).

Hours are flexible. Some evening work is required.

How to apply

If this position interests you and you have the required qualifications please provide a resume and cover letter outlining how your experience fits with the opportunity. Submit your documents in a single PDF via the career centre by April 15, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.