Job: SAW Video looking for a Programming Coordinator

JOB OPPORTUNITY/POSSIBILITÉ D’EMPLOI - SAW Video

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PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR - SAW Video

SAW Video is also seeking a Programming Coordinator to plan and
implement
our dynamic media arts presentation programming.

The Programming Coordinator will oversee all aspects of presentation
programming at SAW Video including (but not limited to): preparing grant
applications for programming activities; overseeing the design and
production of promotional and didactic materials; collaborating on
programming events at Club SAW that support the mandate of the centre;
fostering collaborations with embassies, arts organizations and
collectives
locally, nationally, and internationally; and attending regional and
national festivals/events related to media art when possible.
Hours of work: 28 hours per week
Salary: $21,840 per year

Qualifications:

The selected individual will have:
· Extensive knowledge of contemporary media art practice and the media
arts
milieu in Canada and abroad;
· A minimum of 3 years media arts curatorial experience;
· Proven grant writing experience;
· Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to
prioritize
and manage several tasks simultaneously;
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
· Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and
collaboratively;
· Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
applications.
· Critical writing abilities and bilingualism would be assets.

Deadline for applications: Friday, March 9th, 2007

Please submit by mail, fax, or email the following documents:
- A letter of intent (up to 2 pages) describing your skills and
experience
as they relate to this position.
- Curriculum vitae or resumé
- A reference list with names, positions and contact information for 3
references

Send to:

Hiring Committee – Programmer
SAW Video Association
67 Nicholas St., Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7B9
Phone: (613) 238-7648 / Fax: (613) 238-4617
E-mail: sawvideo@sawvideo.com

SAW Video is committed to employment equity. We thank all applicants for
their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.

About SAW Video:
SAW Video is an artist-run centre committed to support ground-breaking
artistic production, presentation and programming of independent video
and
media art. SAW Video provides many services to its membership including
affordable technical facilities, and a wide range of programmes
designed to
create an atmosphere that will inspire production through the exchange
of
ideas around form, content and style.
In addition to providing affordable access to video production and
post-production facilities, our activities include production support
programmes for video artists, a comprehensive range of introductory,
inter-mediate and advanced workshops and as well as screenings and
exhibitions. For more information on SAW Video, check out our web site:
www.sawvideo.com.

SAW Video – Centre for the Media Arts
67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7B9
tel. (613) 238-7648 / (613) 238-4617 fax