Studio Coordinator
Job Information
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Studio Coordinator oversees the effective operation of the studio, develops and coordinates workshops and courses, and provides guidance and direction to renters that ensure all actions align with the Society’s set standards.
- Maintain the physical studio and equipment to a safe, non-toxic and professional level that serves the needs of our members, key stakeholders, and course participants
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting to renters on appropriate use of studio equipment, supplies and processes
- Develop the yearly course and workshop schedule
- Manage current keyholder list, rentals and space assignments
- Supervise the Volunteer Studio Monitor(s) and Volunteer Maintenance Monitor(s)
- Manage instructor database, course and workshop supply inventory and related records
- Participate in studio budget preparation and monitor studio budget
- Control the supplies inventory and order supplies and equipment for general studio usage, for courses and for sale within the studio while staying within the assigned budget
- Research and maintain a list of suppliers and manage internal sales of supplies
- Procuring prints for the archives
- Review portfolios of prospective renters and student scholarship recipients
- Participate in tours for prospective renters, visitors and educational groups
- Participate in the Studio Committee
- Undertake other duties as appropriate, as required by the Director
The ideal candidate posses the following qualifications:
- MFA in printmaking or equivalent education and experience
- Thorough working knowledge of printmaking techniques supported in the studio
- Working knowledge of non-toxic printmaking techniques
- Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in a printmaking studio setting
- WHIMIS and First Aid certification
- Advanced knowledge of safe handling of material, tools and equipment
- Ability to work independently and make daily decisions to meet the set standards to maintain a safe, collaborative environment
- Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to handle interactions with diverse indivudals with tact and diplomacy
- Ability to review, research, explore, and implement new techniques and materials
- Excellent organizational skills, research skills and ability to provide sound recommendations that further the studio’s effective operation
- Experience monitoring budgets
- Mac OS, Microsoft Office, electronic mail
- Supervision experience
- A positive teamplayer who willingly acts as a resource to others, and provides ideas that support the Society
- Knowledge of contemporary art
- A positive teamplayer who willingly acts as a resource to others, and provides ideas that support the Society
Send a cover letter and resume in one pdf via email to Lisa Fedorak, Executive Director at mpsprint@telus.net with Studio Coordinator Application in the subject line.
Deadline: March 28, 2011 12pm.
$34,000/year (pro-rated) + benefits
Hours: This position is a permanent part-time salaried position of 24 hours/week (4, 6-hour days including either Saturday or Sunday) with the possibility of additional hours. Start date: May 2011.
