Director/Curator
Job Information
Artspeak is a non-profit artist run centre established in 1986. Artspeak presents contemporary practices, innovative publications, bookworks, editions, talks and events that encourage a dialogue within a unique interdisciplinary community of writers, poets, critics and visual artists. The mandate of the gallery is to exhibit contemporary art and to encourage a dialogue between visual art and writing. Of particular interest is work that crosses the boundaries between the two disciplines, exploring their common areas of praxis - a distinct aspect of the history of cultural practice in this region. Throughout its history, Artspeak has played a significant role in addressing the historical, social, and intellectual conditions of contemporary visual and language arts production from the West Coast and beyond.
-Overseeing all programming, planning, and day-to-day operations
-Curating exhibitions, talks, and publications
-Creating and administrating annual budget using accounting software to keep accurate books and prepare monthly and yearly statements of expenditures
-Ensuring the operation of the gallery through successful grant applications from municipal, provincial and federal government sources, as well as foundations and other private sources
-Assisting the board in reviewing policy, operational planning, organizational development, and fundraising campaigns
-Coordinating board meetings, AGMs, and fundraising campaigns
-Overseeing Artspeak staff and volunteers
-3-5 years experience in independent administration of an art gallery or other cultural institution
-Exemplary knowledge of contemporary art practices
-Prior experience in administering curatorial and publication projects
-Strong organizational and management skills
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Proven track record in financial management and planning
-Successful grant writing experience with the ability to develop further fundraising opportunities
Applications should include a brief letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for 3 references. Following review of applications by the Board of Directors, the hiring committee will conduct interviews in mid-August. Applications will be reviewed beginning Friday, August 6th and should be mailed to:
Artspeak Hiring Committee,
233 Carrall Street,
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2
*Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your interest.
Salary: $40,000
