Northern Clay Center seeks Education Technician and Resident Artist

by | Apr 1, 2021 | job posting

Northern Clay Center seeks Education Technician and Resident Artist:

Join the team at Northern Clay Center as an Education Technician and Resident Artist!
This position is responsible for the daily flow of work produced by NCC’s education programs—management of raw materials, ensuring best safety practices in materials lab, firing clay works, etc.—and is an integral part of the community-centered environment at NCC. Access to a shared studio space at NCC is included in position.

Learn more & apply here!: http://bit.ly/applyNCC

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