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General Manager
Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
The Rotary Centre for the Arts is a multi-use visual and performing arts centre located in the heart of Kelowna's Cultural District. Home to eight artists in residence studios, the Mary Irwin Theatre, Potters Addict, Alternator Gallery for Contemporary Art, Gallery 421, and Theatre Kelowna Society, the RCA provides a unique service and centre for the Greater Kelowna community. The public Atrium attracts visitors to the Bistro and ticket outlet as well as providing a venue for informal performances and gala events. The board room, rehearsal hall, music room and painting/drawing room are available for rental to the community.
The General Manager of the Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre Society (KVPACS) will provide leadership within the Rotary Centre for the Arts (RCA) while building recognition and support for the RCA in the larger community. Reporting to the Board through the President of KVPACS, the General Manager is responsible for achieving the goals and objectives of KVPACS. Managing an annual budget of 1.3 million, a staff of 17 and liaising with the community, the General Manager will be responsible for the overall management and operation of the RCA.
Qualifications:
• University degree in Business Administration or the Fine Arts
Experience and Skills preferred
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Arts Administration, including both visual and performing arts
• Understanding and knowledge of the Arts and Cultural scene, locally, provincially, nationally and globally
• Knowledge and experience working within the not-for-profit sector
• A record of successful leadership including marketing, budgeting, fundraising, facility operation, and staff management
• A track record demonstrating personal qualities including: strategic thinker, collaborator, team player, problem solver, effective communicator (listening, speaking, writing) and forward thinker.
Rate of Pay
Dependent on experience and qualifications. Basic benefits include MSP, dental, extended health.
Start Date: This position will be filled a soon as practical following the closing date. This is a full-time position, with a six-month probationary period.
Please apply electronically to
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Applications must be received by May 31, 2012 at 4:00 PM. Please include a full detailed, chronological resume and the names of 3 references. Not all applicants will be contacted due to the anticipated high volume of applicants.
Consultant, Management Consulting
Founded in 1981 in response to an emerging need for specialized planning services in the museum, cultural and heritage sector, Lord Cultural Resources is now the world's largest cultural professional practice. With the successful completion of more than 2,000 projects in 50 countries on 6 continents, the firm has earned an international reputation for sector leadership, innovation and excellence. We are dedicated to the creation of cultural capital worldwide, the value created as a result of the maximization of cultural resources. Our mission is to collaborate with people and organizations to plan and manage cultural places, programs and resources that deliver excellence in the service of society. We distinguish ourselves through a comprehensive and integrated full-service offering built on a foundation of visioning, planning and implementation. We help clients clarify their goals; we provide them with the tools to achieve those goals; and we leave a legacy as a result of training and collaboration. Our clients are in all sectors including private and public corporations, foundations, governments and non-profit institutions. With a network of offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, Paris, Madrid, Beirut, Cairo, Mumbai and Beijing, we conduct ourselves with respect for local adaptation, cultural diversity and collaboration, embodying the highest standards of integrity, ethics and professional practice.
Please visit our website at http://www.lord.ca to learn more.
We are currently seeking an individual to fill the maternity leave contract position of Consultant, Management Consulting based in our Toronto office.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The objective of this role is to contribute to the fulfillment of the successful completion of project work as a Consultant reporting to the Vice President, Management Consulting. We expect that your time will be devoted to Project Work in Management Consultancy or other service streams as assigned, Business Development, Promotion and General Administration. The function of Consultants is to fulfill project deliverables through the gathering and analysis of information and to contribute to business development. Consultants are given responsibility for sections of deliverables and in some cases project management support
PROJECT WORK
* Gathering and analyzing data and preparing synopses and summaries of studies, documents and interviews as necessary for but not limited to: municipal cultural plans, strategic plans, master plans, feasibility studies, business plans, marketing, attendance and revenue generation strategies, visitor studies, professional and board development, cultural policy and heritage resource planning, branding and positioning strategies;
* Contributing to Exhibitions or Facility Planning stream projects as assigned;
* Conducting in-person or telephone interviews and participating in on-site or telephone/videoconference meetings, workshops, focus groups;
* Writing and/or drafting project deliverables and presentation materials;
* Overseeing production of project deliverables including presentations;
* Delivering of project work ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed;
* Acting as Project Manager on designated projects;
* Coordinating study progress, working directly with team members, client representatives and sub-contractors;
* Making presentations to clients;
* Proofreading all materials submitted to the client; and
* Other duties as assigned.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
An important aspect of consulting is new business development, in which you will be expected to take an active role under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Client Relations. Specific areas of responsibility include:
* Promoting the Lord Cultural Resources brand, services, and products to prospective and existing clients;
* Preparation of responses for requests for firm information and reaching out to leads and potential clients through written and verbal communications;
* Development of proposal submissions, including writing, proofreading and delivery in collaboration with the Project Leader;
* Researching background information for leads and proposals and other opportunities;
* Searching for RFPs;
* Coordination of and assistance at trade shows;
* Presenting at conferences and professional development forums;
* Prospect development and sales; and
* Other duties as assigned.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION AND PROMOTION
* Administrative tasks such as responding to information requests, research on museums and cultural Institutions, and completion of timesheets;
* Assistance in planning and execution of office events and conferences, and, as needed, attendance at other promotional/cultivation opportunities such as openings;
* Professional development that will further your personal knowledge and credibility, such as writing articles and speaking engagements; and
* Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
* A relevant Bachelor or Masters-level degree;
* Cultural industry knowledge and relevant experience;
* Familiarity with Lord Cultural Resources' methodologies and/or willing to excel in them - The Manual of Museum Planning, 1991. 3rd Edition 2012, The Manual of Museum Management, 1997. 3rd Edition 2002, The Manual of Museum Exhibitions, 2001, The Manual of Strategic Planning, 2007, The Manual of Museum Education, 2007;
* Working knowledge of: interpretive theory and techniques as they relate to cultural institutions;
* A motivated, committed and adaptable team player, be detail oriented and quality conscious, and good time and project management skills;
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills (additional languages an asset, Arabic, French, Spanish);
* Strong research and analytical skills, ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data;
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook);
* Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and being well organized;
* Willingness to travel;
* Presentation experience an asset;
* Skilled in to working with a wide range of people including: clients, internal and external consultants and administrative staff;
* Ability to work independently and in a team setting; and
* A genuine interest in the culture, museums and the arts.
Please forward your application including cover letter and resume to
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with the subject line "[Your Name] - Consultant, Management Consulting" before May 25, 2012. We are an equal opportunity workplace and welcome cultural diversity in our workforce. Thank you to all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
City of Mississauga
PARK(ING) DAY INSTALLATIONS - CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Port Credit BIA and the City of Mississauga are seeking artists, art groups, architects, designers and/or engineers to submit proposals to temporarily transform an on-street parking space on Lakeshore Road in Port Credit into a public space this fall as part of the international event Parking Day (Sept 21) and Culture Days 2012 (Sept 28-30).
Up to four Parking Day Installation proposals will be selected with a $500 prize for each winning proposal and a budget of $7,500 for each winning team to design and construct the structure. We are looking for imaginative ideas to create a vibrant streetscape. The installations are intended to be both public art and street furniture and shall aesthetically enhance the overall streetscape, providing space for people in a place usually reserved to park a car.
For further details: http://www.mississauga.ca/file/COM/parking_day.pdf
City of Surrey, British Columbia
Request for Expressions of Interest
Calling Professional Artists and Artist Teams
Grandview Aquatic Centre
Budget: $310,000
Submission Deadline: May 23, 2012 4:00 pm PST
Expressions of Interest are sought for highly visible iconic art work exterior to the Grandview Aquatic Centre at its two entrances, with an opportunity to connect these exterior forms through the building interior. The artwork will be experienced as an unfolding visual narrative as people enter and move through the Aquatic Centre including passing over a bridge elevated over the pools.
THEME
The theme of this journey expresses the artist's notion of flow, transition and transformation.
For additional information and to download a copy of the Expression of Interest document,
visit http://www.surrey.ca/culture-recreation/1655.aspx
For more information, please contact Sandra Dent at
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Opera Lyra Ottawa seeks a strategic, experienced arts administrator to lead the organization in the position of General Director.
As OLO's new leader, you will be charged with achieving company goals for artistic excellence, audience development, fundraising, financial sustainability, and community engagement. The General Director will provide leadership on all administrative and financial matters, including budgeting, contract negotiation and management and human resources. You will be instrumental in rebuilding the capacity of the company in marketing and fund-raising as part of a challenging restructuring plan. The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader of the performing arts with a record of success and expertise in fundraising, accompanied by strong interpersonal and relationship building skills and proven management ability in all aspects of company administration. As the public face and spokesperson of Opera Lyra Ottawa, you will raise the company profile and grow its importance both locally and nationally, securing its place as one of Canada's leading opera companies.
Are you ready to make your mark in the arts? For more information and to apply, contact OLO's executive recruitment consultant: Jennifer Gordon
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Full job description can be seen here: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2736469
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