Gallery TPW is a leading artist-run centre dedicated to exhibiting underrepresented artistic and curatorial practices that push the boundaries of lens-based work.
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce a recruited placement in partnership with Gallery TPW for the role of Programs Assistant. The Programs Assistant will join the Gallery TPW team to support their programming planning and execution, promotion and communication, elements of fundraising, and general administration.
This is a fantastic opportunity for OCAD U students interested in building skills and knowledge in an artist-run-centre with a focus on lens-based work and practices. The role will be a combination of remote and in-person work at the Gallery. TPW encourages submissions from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Colour) applicants.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current OCAD U students in any discipline at the 3rd or final year at the Undergraduate level or any year at the Master’s level
- A strong knowledge of contemporary art and discourse
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and manage long and short-term projects
- Demonstrated experience with project management and logistics coordination
- Mac OS proficiencies with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Experience with website management, email marketing and social media management
- Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity
- Experience and knowledge in accessibility practices would be considered an asset
TERM: Part-time contract, beginning in mid-May to mid-September, 2022
DEADLINE: Monday, March 28, 2022, at 11:59pm (midnight)
VIRTUAL INFO SESSION: Thursday, March 10, 2022 | 10-11 AM https://bit.ly/2022CL_GalleryTPWInfo Click here to RSVP
Join our upcoming info session to learn more about Gallery TPW and resources for putting together a strong application.
APPLICATION SUPPORT
The OCAD U RBC CEAD is committed to promoting substantive equality for equity-seeking groups that are under-represented in the creative sector. We encourage applications from first-time applicants to the program and graduates of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities / expressions. Applicants are welcome to advise the CEAD of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.
Applicants who need assistance with their submissions are invited to connect with the RBC CEAD for Advising support. Click here to learn more about how to book an advising appointment.
ACCESSIBILITY
Applicants who have concerns about meeting a Career Launcher application deadline are invited to connect with the CEAD in order to discuss possible alternatives. We encourage all who might require assistance with the application process to reach out to determine available support. Outreach of this nature should be undertaken at least one week prior to the published application deadline.
*Image Credit: Laurie Kang, A Body Knots, 2018, Gallery TPW, Toronto. Image courtesy of Gallery TPW.