Job Posting: Programming Director

Job Posting: PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR

Deadline: July 4, 2016

The Quickdraw Animation Society is a place for people who love animation. We encourage animation production, dissemination and appreciation through screenings, workshops, courses, camps, and other events designed to ignite the public’s passion for the medium, and work to serve a thriving community of independent animators. Visit www.quickdrawanimation.ca or visit our offices for more information.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Programming Director leads the Quickdraw Animation Society in all programming initiatives, including special events, screenings, class and workshop coordination, and communication initiatives. This is a 30 hour per week position.

Key focus areas include:

PROGRAMMING

Artistic and logistical direction of the GIRAF Festival of Independent Animation, in cooperation with the Executive and Production Directors
Programming and coordination of special events, screenings, and visiting artists
Coordination of co-presentations and community partnerships
Coordination of educational activities including courses, workshops, and visiting artists

COMMUNICATIONS

Development and design of communications materials, including promotional material, newsletters and social media
Promotion of Quickdraw events, including press releases and dissemination of promotional materials
Communication with members and the public, including newsletters, online communications, and public speaking (such as before screenings)
Contributing to Quickdraw’s online presence (through blogging, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
Maintaining positive relationships with the membership, wider community, and public at large

ADMINISTRATION

Assisting with preparation of grants and grant reporting as needed
Providing support for Quickdraw youth and adult classes (including preparing and administering class evaluations, and providing staff with logistical and professional feedback and supports)
Supporting day-to-day activities including public and membership needs (such as tours and telephone inquiries)
Creating and managing budgets, invoices, and artist payments as needed
Managing bookings of courses, workshops, and new memberships
Volunteer coordination as needed
Assisting with hiring and management of seasonal staff

REQUIREMENTS

Background in curation, event management, or arts administration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent people skills
Ability to work in a collaborative environment
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary

ASSETS

Knowledge of artist-run culture and media arts
Knowledge of and passion for Canadian and international independent animation communities
Demonstrated design ability (preferably in the form of a design portfolio)
Demonstrated web-administration ability
Minimum two years related experience

Compensation for this 30 hour/week position is $31,000 annually and includes benefits

Please send resume and cover letter by July 4, 2016 at 5 pm or earlier to:

Director@quickdrawanimation.ca
Quickdraw Animation Society
Suite #201 351 11 Ave SW
Calgary AB, T2R 0C7
(403) 261 5767

Quickdraw is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We thank you for your interest!