[BCMA] KELOWNA ART GALLERY JOB POSTING

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 KELOWNA ART GALLERY JOB POSTING


 


Job Title:  PUBLIC PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT


 

Job Summary:

The Public Programming Assistant contributes to the mission of the Kelowna Art Gallery by carrying out tasks within the dimensions of the job description and is directly accountable to the Head of Public Programming.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Public Programming Assistant is responsible for assisting the Head of Public Programming in tour programs, docent management and training, classes and workshops, Family Sundays, and special community outreach projects and programs, as follows:  


 


*	Work with the Head of Public Programming on the creation, development and organization of the School Tour Program.
*	Lead a variety of tours to gain a broad perspective of Public Programming, including tours for seniors, adults, preschoolers, Brownies, Guides, Multicultural organizations, etc.
*	Design, research, create and disseminate Teachers' Guides to schools.
*	 Work with the Head of Public Programming on evaluating programs 
*	Assist with development, promotion and implementation of adult and children's art classes.
*	Assist with special community collaborations and community exhibitions.

*	Research and prepare education information for the public.
*	Research and prepare current methods of enhancing exhibition-related programming to give art meaning to the general public.
*	Work with Marketing/Fundraising Coordinator on the promotion of Public Programming activities.
*	Oversee Family Sundays program
*	Any other related duties as directed by the Head of Public Programming

 

Working Conditions:

This is a full time position based on a 35 hour week.  Flexible hours will be dictated by program and exhibition schedules.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

*	Proficient in Microsoft Office
*	Proficient in English
*	Background in teaching or fine arts 
*	Experience working with children 
*	Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
*	Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and members of the public 
*	Excellent organizational and project management skills
*	Knowledge of contemporary art is an asset

 

We regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will receive a phone call.

 

Closing Date: November 30, 2009

Send resume to:

Renée Burgess                                                                                                  

Head of Public Programming

Kelowna Art Gallery

1315 Water St.

Kelowna, BC   V1Y 9R3

Email: renee.kag at shaw.ca

Fax 762-9875

 

 

 





>From the desk of: 
Shauna Oddleifson 
Marketing and Fundraising Coordinator 
KELOWNA ART GALLERY 
1315 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9R3 
Tel: 250.762.2226 ext. 305 Fax: 250.762.9875 
www.kelownaartgallery.com <http://www.kelownaartgallery.com/>  
artexposed!


 
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