job posting: Sask Craft Council

by | Mar 5, 2021 | job posting

Marketing & Design Coordinator

 

This is a multi-faceted position that requires a background in graphic design – both print and digital – and an understanding of advertising, marketing and promotions coupled with good inter-personal and public communication skills.

You will be required to work both independently when needed, and in coordination with SCC or other provincial craft council team members. You will be called upon to be a spokesperson, advocate and representative for the organization to the general public and to the membership.

Flexibility and patience are assets when working with a membership of very diverse artists. Those qualities are also helpful when you are asked to step outside your usual roles and tasks, to help in other areas of the organization.

The Marketing & Design Coordinator works within a team-based environment to:

  • design marketing plans and collateral materials to promote our programs, gallery exhibitions, boutique, online sales and our artist members;
  • communicate with our members, industry partners, stakeholders, news media, and the general public;
  • raise awareness of Saskatchewan fine craft artists and fine craft in general;
  • build and promote the SCC brand identity;
  • help maintain or increase revenues through development of marketing pieces to promote in-person and online sales of SCC members’ works; and
  • network and build community locally, provincially, nationally and internationally.

Principal duties and responsibilities include:

  • designing, creating and producing print and digital materials;
  • photographing exhibitions, events and products for promotional use;
  • working with our digital content coordinator to create and tailor content for SCC social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc;
  • editing digital communications such as (but not restricted to) SaskCreate e-news, Talking Craft e-news, SCC news releases; and
  • writing, as needed: blog posts, advertising copy, website copy, talking points.

Knowledge required:

  • BFA in Graphic Design (or other appropriate design certificate);
  • Working experience in marketing, communications, advertising, including print and digital media production; and
  • Working knowledge of photography including product photography and digital phone photography apps.
  • An interest in one or more type of craft, or an acquaintance with some Saskatchewan craft artists, is very useful.
  • An understanding of the craft industry is an asset.

Skills needed:

  • Organized, understands production timelines, able to prioritize and meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple jobs;
  • Team player who is flexible and calm under pressure;
  • Able to work quickly and efficiently with the following design software: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional, Word, Excel;
  •  Enjoys learning new applications: Google docs, Google calendar, Slack, Dropbox, WeTransfer. AirTable, Jotform, Shopify and more;
  • Able to select service suppliers, request quotes, supervise work, deal with production problems, and maintain a good rapport with suppliers; and
  • Be aware of opportunities to partner and engage with other organizations or events, then facilitate.

Project and grant based work often involves in-person or teleconference meetings; design and production of print or other collateral materials; print and digital promotions; reporting; and lending a hand at events when short staffed: exhibition receptions, fine craft markets, workshops. Additional hours may be required for SCC projects.

Lastly, but not least, our efforts go towards supporting and promoting our artists. When someone sees something from the SCC they should go, “Great piece of craft! Who is the artist? How do I purchase it from SCC?” – not “Great graphic design. Who is the designer?”

Job specifics:

  • 21 hours per week, with additional hours based on project requirements;
  • Compensation is at Pay Band 5, based on $21.51 to $24.96 per hour; benefits package included;
  • The position is governed by the SCC’s Collective Agreement with SGEU.

The Saskatchewan Craft Council believes that people from Indigenous, people of colour, women, disabilities and LGBTQ communities must be centred in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other underrepresented communities.

Apply via email with cover letter, resume, samples of work and campaigns, to: [email protected] (No phone calls please.)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT MAR 17, 2021 SASKATCHEWAN TIME.

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job posting: Development Coordinator & Grants Manager @ The Clay Studio

by | Feb 12, 2021 | job posting

Development Coordinator & Grants Manager

The Development Coordinator & Grants Manager is a part of The Clay Studio development team, which also includes the Development Director and the Executive Director. This position provides support to all aspects of development including researching and grant writing, maintaining, organizing, and acknowledging the donor and membership base, leading the Young Supporters group, and supporting all fundraising activities, including special events. This position also provides support for various functions within the marketing department.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise discretion with confidential or sensitive information.
  • Skilled at organizing and managing competing projects with high attention to detail and excellent follow-through to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work effectively with a range of personalities and working styles, and with people at all levels of the organization, including staff, board, foundation officers, and donors.
  • Ability to extract and analyze data and produce reports
  • Ability and experience working effectively on a team while performing a substantial portion of duties independently.
  • Experience working in or a strong interest in and understanding of the nonprofit arts community
  • Strong computer skills, including strong knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and other software.
  • Experience working with databases.
  • Positive attitude, sense of humor and lots of energy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

It is expected that the duties described below will be performed in conjunction with ALL key competencies listed above, under the direct supervision of the Director of Development.

General Duties:

  • As a member of the Development team, support all aspects of proposal writing and reporting, managing, soliciting, recording, and recognition of contributed income.
  • Provide lead and administrative support to department, including writing, editing, printing, and merging letters, proofreading correspondence, processing bulk mail, generating labels, and copies.
  • Management and ongoing oversight of the fundraising database (Art Center Canvas) including but not limited to updating donor information, production of mailings, mail lists, labels, merge letters and statistical reports.
  • Provide support for member and program-related activities and special events including scheduling meetings, preparing and sending correspondence, taking notes, filing, follow up and reporting.
  • Special projects and other duties as assigned

Grants and Sponsorships:

  • Research prospective corporate, foundation and government support with the Director of Development.
  • Write Letters of Intent, grant proposals, and reports for a robust roster of grants.  Be able to prepare all inclusive materials, such as budgets, board lists, staff bios, etc.
  • Maintain an accurate grants/sponsorship and reporting calendar and meet deadlines

Membership/Donor Relations:

  • Manage the Studio’s membership program, including supervising the Membership Coordinator with solicitations, renewals, acknowledgements and benefits fulfillment.
  • Support all aspects of the Annual Appeal campaign, including developing communications, managing lists, preparing letters, and processing donations.
  • Maintain donor digital and hard files and historical records.
  • Manage donor stewardship, including gift processing, acknowledgements, and benefits fulfillment.
  • Update and maintain donor lists on site, in print publications and online.
  • Assist the Director of Development with the structure and support process to engage board and committee members in prospect recruitment by coordinating, monitoring and reporting on assignments and activities.

Special Events:

  • Plan and implement Young Supporter events in coordination with Director of Development
  • Support Development team with major fundraisers in the fall and spring
  • Assist with logistical and administrative aspects of special events, including arranging for venues and vendors, helping to secure partnerships and donations, developing mailing lists, preparing and mailing invitations, creating attendee lists and name tags, providing appropriate communication after the event and assisting with event evaluation.
  • Provide support for special events committees including scheduling meetings, preparing and sending correspondence, taking notes, filing and reporting.
  • Assist with event sponsorship research, mailings, acknowledgement and reporting.

Marketing/Communications:

  • Prepare and assist communications for marketing materials, social media, and email blasts, including writing, proofreading, and editing written material

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Related experience in non-profit arts administration and fundraising preferred.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The Development Coordinator & Grants Manager reports directly to the Director of Development.

WORK SCHEDULE
This position is currently a remote, work-from-home position. The Development Coordinator & Grants Manager is expected to work on average, 40 hours per week, exclusive of lunchtime. At a minimum, they are expected to work during normal office hours, which are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. When normal, in-person operations resume, the Development Coordinator & Grants Manager s also expected to be present at all special and fundraising events, most of which occur during weekday evenings, and First Fridays as scheduled.

TO APPLY

Applicants should submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: [email protected].

DEADLINE
Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled

ABOUT THE CLAY STUDIO

The Clay Studio is Philadelphia’s only nonprofit solely dedicated to the education and promotion of the ceramic arts, and is one of the world’s leading institutions in the field.  Founded in 1974, The Clay Studio supports the ceramic arts through its artist residencies, gallery, studio space, and school, educational & outreach programs. The programs of the Clay Studio reflect the dual character of the organization: as a community centered institution involved with the life of the city and region, and as a national and international focal point for ceramic arts. The Clay Studio believes in promoting broad access to the ceramic arts, therefore programs are geared to all levels of interest and proficiency.

www.theclaystudio.org

job posting: Ceramics Studio Manager @ Ernabella Arts

by | Feb 12, 2021 | job posting

Do you want the opportunity of a lifetime? Are you ready for an incredibly special, life-changing experience?
Ernabella Arts is seeking a full-time Ceramics Studio Manager, starting mid-May 2021. Write to [email protected] for the full position description and details.
Applications close 5pm, 19 March 2021.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a Ceramic Studio Manager who would like to experience life in a remote Indigenous community. You will need to be highly motivated, have both ceramic and management skills, together with a highly developed sense of aesthetics and technical experience in making a variety of ceramics. Respect and understanding of cross-cultural environment and knowledge of contemporary Aboriginal Art is also required.

job posting: Communications Director   @The Archie Bray Foundation

by | Feb 11, 2021 | job posting

The Archie Bray Foundation seeks a full‐time Communications Director to manage and strengthen the organization’s ongoing communications efforts. Reporting to the Resident Artist Director, this professional should have an established background in directing and managing a multi‐channel communications strategy. Nonprofit work experience is preferred. The Bray is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. Women, LGBTQ+ and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

Organization  

The Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts (Bray) is an internationally recognized arts organization  located in Helena, Montana. Founded in 1951, the Bray is a public, nonprofit organization dedicated to the enrichment of the ceramic arts offering artist residencies, public exhibitions, ceramic supplies, and educational workshops and community classes for adults and children. The Bray’s facilities include year-round and seasonal artist studios, education and research facility, sales gallery, rotating exhibition spaces, kiln facilities, administrative offices and a retail ceramic supply operation. The Bray recently completed a $6 million capital campaign for a new education center (2017), renovated administrative offices (2018) and new sales, exhibition and history galleries (2021).

Mission 

The Archie Bray Foundation is actively committed to promoting, celebrating, and sustaining the ceramic arts through the residency program, education, gallery, ceramic materials and technology, and community engagement on a local, national, and international scale.  In the words of Archie himself, the  Bray makes available, “for all who are seriously and sincerely interested in any of the branches of the ceramic arts, a fine place to work”. 

Summary of Responsibilities 

This position will be responsible for providing leadership, planning, organization, and implementation of an annual comprehensive communications program. They will work closely with internationally recognized ceramic artists, a national board of directors, and existing staff.

The ideal candidate will have the professional skills, administrative strengths and personal qualities to thrive in a fast‐paced, creative environment. They should possess strong experience related to print,  audio, video, social media and other electronic promotional efforts. Most importantly, they must be motivated to further the mission of the Bray, one of the leading ceramic arts organizations in the world.  The Bray is located in historic Helena, Montana, a small and artistically supportive community with close access to outdoor recreation and reasonable cost of living.

Salary range is $47,000 to $52,000 per year. Awarded salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Early submissions are encouraged. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 5,  2021. This position will remain open until filled.

Job Responsibilities  

∙ Work closely with Resident Artist Director to develop a brand voice for the Bray

∙ Work with program/department heads (clay business, broadcasting, development, education, gallery, and residency) to develop overall communications strategies and ensure clear, consistent messaging across program areas that adheres closely to the Bray Style Guide.

∙ Manage Communications Manager, an hourly, full‐time position (currently filled).

∙ Create, review/modify annually, and direct the annual communications plan.

∙ Oversee the website to ensure it is updated and dynamic

∙ Manage and direct Bray social media accounts

∙ Create or direct development of promotional materials and drive marketing efforts for special events related to residency, development and fundraising.

∙ Manage media relations and develop/maintain contact with media members, influencers, and community leaders.

∙ Willingness to make public appearances/accept speaking engagements on behalf of the Bray.  ∙ Manage Bray presence at industry events.

∙ Provide support for special events including the annual auction and anniversary events.  ∙ Co‐development (with Development Director) of publications to support fundraising activities.  ∙ Demonstrate professional conduct at all times.

∙ Perform other related duties as requested.

∙ Create annual budget for communications and ensure compliance.

Qualifications  

∙ Passion for the arts

∙ Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

∙ Strong grammar and editing skills

∙ Experience in developing project and organizational budgets.

∙ Possess the skills to work with and motivate staff, board members and other volunteers.  ∙ Creative, self‐starter and goal-driven individual who can also work well with a small, hardworking staff  ∙ Time management and flexibility with job duties.

∙ Experience with communications software and tools.

∙ Exhibit “follow through” on tasks and goals.

∙ Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability.

Compensation and Benefits 

∙ Salaried; Full‐time ‐ $47,000 to $52,000 per year

∙ Health, vision and dental insurance

∙ Generous Paid Time Off program and other benefits according to Archie Bray Foundation policies  ∙ Flexible work environment and schedule

Hours

∙ 40 hours/week; occasional travel, weekend days or evenings required. This is a permanent, full‐time, exempt position.

To Apply  

Interested candidates should follow this link to our application portal on Slideroom.com. General questions may be addressed to [email protected] or Archie Bray Foundation, 2915 Country Club  Ave., Helena, MT, 59602. No phone calls, please.

job posting: The Dona Turbes Summer Studio Intern @ Northern Clay Center

by | Jan 21, 2021 | job posting

Northern Clay Center seeks college students, recent graduates, and ceramic hobbyists, ages 18 and up, for our summer camp positions. Each summer, we provide opportunities for over 15 assistants and 1 intern to help run our camp programs and to gain classroom experience.

The Dona Turbes Summer Studio Intern will work closely with the studio technicians to provide studio and classroom support for summer clay camps at NCC. The Intern will gain broad experience in the behind-the-scenes technical operations of a large community art center, including technical work and help with special events. In addition, s/he will have the opportunity to work as an assistant in the Clay Camp programs as described above.

Interns will be responsible for:
Preparing materials and supplies for weekly youth camps at NCC, including loading and unloading kilns
Leading by example through safe use of materials and equipment in the studio
Sorting and packing camper projects to prepare them for pick up
Other special projects as they arise
Intern Requirements:
Experience working with clay is essential. Interest in working with young people, or adult education, is helpful. Dependability, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills are a must.

Internship Duration:
The start and end dates of the internship are somewhat flexible. Preferred start date is June 8, 2020. Interns must be able to commit to at least 10 weeks from June 14 to August 20, 15 – 20 scheduled hours per week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm. Specific dates will be discussed with interns.

Compensation:
A stipend will be paid on a weekly basis, dependent on the number of weeks scheduled. The total of the stipend shall be no more than $1000.00. The intern will have classroom studio access, and may also choose to enroll in a free NCC summer adult class. The intern may request limited days off for other obligations, travel, family time, etc.

Application deadline:
All internship applications must be received by Friday, April 2, 2021. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. You may still apply for the assistantship after this deadline. You may still apply for the assistantship after this deadline.

About the Internship:
Dona Turbes was a long-time staff member at Smith-Sharpe Fire Brick Supply, a Minneapolis-based refractory supply, founded in 1924. She helped many potters and teachers across the country purchase kiln building materials and kiln furniture. This internship is funded by SSFBS and contributions in honor of her memory.

TO APPLY
Your application should include:

A letter of interest describing your qualifications for the position and how you will benefit from a summer at NCC. Send your letter as a PDF.
A resume (not more than 1 page) outlining your clay and teaching experience. Send your resume as a PDF.
Contact information for 2 references who can speak to your clay experience and/or work ethic. Send your reference sheet as a PDF.
3 images of current ceramic work. Submit images as JPEGs at 72 ppi.
Email your application to Samantha Longley at samanthalongley@northernclaycenter.org

Documents should be submitted as PDF files and images as JPEGs at 72 dpi. Applications may be mailed (with images on CD) to: Northern Clay Center, attn. Samantha Longley, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406.

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Please specify if you are interested in the Assistant or Intern position, or both. Applicants not offered the internship may be offered assistantships.

Northern Clay Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Visit our website for more info: https://northernclaycenter.org/about/apply/#internships