PATRICK MIKHAIL GALLERY is seeking an exceptional individual to fill the position of Gallery Assistant.  The position is a developmental Summer Internship opportunity, with the possibility of extension into the Fall/Winter 2010/2011 exhibition season.

It is recommended that candidates be currently pursuing, or recent graduates of, an arts-related degree program at a University, College, or other degree-granting institution.

For more information, or to receive a Statement of Qualifications, please contact the gallery.
PATRICK MIKHAIL GALLERY
2401 Bank Street
Ottawa Canada K1V 8R9
Tel. 613.746.0690      TF:  1.800.388.3298
E-mail:  gallery@patrickmikhailgallery.com
Web:     www.patrickmikhailgallery.com

Summer Job for Student – AOE Arts Council – Shenkman Arts Centre
Communications Coordinator
Description of tasks and responsibilities:
Communications Implementation
ONLINE
   * Prepare and post bilingual content on artsoe.ca and articipate.ca websites using a Content Management System
   * Create member profiles, usernames and access codes for online member access
   * Prepare text and visuals for Facebook postings
PUBLICATIONS
   * Send out call for submissions and reminders for ARTnews, Calendar of Events publications
   * Write, make edits for ARTnews, Calendar of Events
   * Prepare texts for translation and assemble bilingual manuscripts for publication layout (ARTnews, Calendar of Events)
   * Assist with the preparation of editorial outlines, research or save story ideas
   * Maintain a record of contributors, content, profiles, visuals
   * Maintain an inventory of AOE publications and assist with the timely distribution of materials in the infoARTS kiosks and in the Shenkman Arts Centre.
GENERAL
   * Maintain and update information for the Guest Services AOE information binder, AOE front reception binder and the master Communications binder.
   * Assist with the preparation of media materials and kits when required.
   * Support the Director of Communications on communications tactics and strategies as required.
Event Marketing
   * Prepare marketing materials and assist with the implementing the ARTinis & Appetizers 2010 promotional campaign
   * Prepare marketing materials and assist with the implementing the SELECTIONS 2010  promotional campaign
Supervision and mentorship:
The Communications Coordinator implements a range of communication tasks, coordinates membership activities, and supports AOE fundraising initiatives to AOE target audiences in both official languages. Under the supervision of the Director of Communications, the Communications Coordinator follows the communication strategies, policies and mandate as defined by AOE. The Communications Coordinator also works with the Program Coordinator to implement tools and resources for AOE’s membership, community art projects and fundraising events.
Education:
   * Specialized level university degree or college equivalent in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, media relations, or a related arts/ non-profit field.
   * Bilingualism required
Interviews will be scheduled for May 20th in the afternoon and May 21st in the morning. The job will start on May 25th  and run until August 28th, 40 hrs /week, $11.50/hr.   To schedule an interview please call the AOE Arts Council receptionist Jocelyne Garbutt as of Monday May 17th 613-580-2767.

Job title: Gallery and Programming Assistant
Duration: 14 weeks
Language(s) of work: Bilingual (French and English)
Under the supervision of the Ottawa Art Gallery's (OAG) Public Programs Coordinator, the incumbent will assist with the development and delivery of educational programming of the Firestone Collection of Canadian Art, a collection of over1600 works from the late 1800's to early 1970's, and OAG's own Contemporary Collection which comprises of 205 works from contemporary Canadian artists with strong ties to the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
The Gallery and Programming Assistant will:

• Assist in the research and development of educational programming for
• exhibitions and public development;
• Assist in the delivery of public programs such as tours, talks, and youth
• workshops;
• Assist in ongoing development of membership;
• Carry out daily operations of OAG’s administration.

The qualifications that are sought are:

• Undergraduate degree in art history, cultural studies, or equivalent;
• Some knowledge of, and a demonstrated interest in, contemporary art;
• Excellent oral communication skills;
• Excellent research skills;
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite and Membership Database;
• Bilingual (French and English).

The deadline for applications is: 7 May 2010
Send resume and cover letter to The Ottawa Art Gallery, Public Programs, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa ON, K1N 6E2 or e-mail to vcouillard@ottawaartgallery.ca
The Ottawa Art Gallery is committed to employment equity.
Orientation and training:
The original orientation session will introduce the candidate to the facility, Gallery staff, and tools and technologies they will need to be familiar with. This is an open and flexible session, tailored to the candidate’s specific needs. This is also the time when additional training - if required, will be assessed, discussed and arranged (whether job shadowing or additional hands-on training). In addition, bi-weekly staff meetings will ensure that all members of our team are kept abreast of collective priorities, as well as the specific projects of each  department.
Supervision:
Véronique Couillard, Public Programs Coordinator
613-233-8699 x.228
vcouillard@ottawaartgallery.ca
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Job title: Marketing and Communications Assistant
Duration: 14 weeks
Language(s) of work: Bilingual (French and English)
Under the supervision of the Ottawa Art Gallery's (OAG) Marketing and Communications Manager, the incumbent will assist with the development and delivery of activities linked to the marketing and communications of the Firestone Collection of Canadian Art, a collection of over 1600 works from the late 1800's to early 1970's, and OAG's own Contemporary Collection which comprises of 205 works from contemporary Canadian artists with strong ties to the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
The qualifications that are sought are:

The Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) is looking for a dynamic person to fill the position of Intern in Communications to support the work of its Secretariat. A not-for-profit organization, the CCA is the national forum for the Canadian arts, culture and heritage sector. Governed by a Board partly elected by its membership, the CCA is managed by a National Director and a team of dedicated employees, which is complemented by freelance workers.

The Communications Intern will be responsible for the following activities:

o       Writing communiqués for members and the press on CCA activities;
o       Sending bulletins and communiqués;
o       Monitoring press coverage on priority issues and CCA activities, and preparing web statistics reports;
o       Contributing to the launch and management of a new website for the CCA and CCA’s social networking instruments, within the parameters of the Communications Strategic Plan;
o       Providing support in the development and implementation of communications plans related to CCA activities;
o       Attending staff meetings;
o       Contributing to the development of a strategy regarding the management of electronic archives for the CCA..
The Intern will be called upon to act as support for the CCA’s editorial team. He/she will also be responsible for doing an inventory of CCA’s current electronic archives, exploring ways of increasing them (in collaboration with National Archives Canada) and providing actionable suggestions.
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
•       Young professional issued from a diverse cultural community as defined by the Trillium Foundation;
•       University degree in communications, arts management or in a connected field;
•       Demonstrable interest in arts and culture;
•       Demonstrable capacities in research and synthesis;
•       Excellent abilities in oral and written communication in either French or English and a reasonable knowledge of the other official language;
•       Familiarity with social communication instruments like Twitter, Facebook etc.
•       Capacity to work on many files simultenously and to manage priorities;
•       Demonstrable capacity for team work.
Familiarity with public policy and the arts and cultural sector, as well as a demonstrable commitment to the values, visions and orientations of the CCA, will be considered an asset.
Location : Ottawa
Salary : $ 12 / hour, 35 hours/ week
Duration : May 1, 2010 to April  30, 2011 (12 months)
For more information on the Canadian Conference of the Arts, please visit our website www.ccarts.ca. Pour l’affichage en français de ce poste, voir notre site web www.ccarts.ca.
Qualified candidates are invited to send their résumé confidentially, as well as a short description of their interest and competence. We encourage candidates coming from diverse cultural communities to send their application electronically, in Microsoft Word only, to manon.charron@ccarts.ca.
Hard copy applications can be sent by mail to Manon Charron, Director of Administration, Canadian Conference of the Arts, 406-130, Slater Street, Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 6E2. We do not accept applications by fax.
Applications must be in by 5 pm on April 22, 2010. We will communicate only with candidates selected for an interview.
The Canadian Conference of the Arts applies the principle of equal opportunity for employment and encourages all competent candidates to apply.