Job: M:ST Festival Employment Opportunity

M:ST Festival Employment Opportunity

The Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Society (MST) is currently seeking a Programming Assistant. This is a contract position paying $14.00 an hour working 30 hours a week, to prepare for the upcoming M:ST 4 Festival. The position will run from July 2 – August 27, and pending funding will be extended through to October 31, 2008.

This position represents an excellent opportunity for an emerging artist or arts administrator to build knowledge of the local, national and international art communities, while developing administrative, programming, and organizational experience.

Job Description:
Working closely with the Festival Director and the M:ST Board of Directors, the Programming Assistant will be involved with the administrative and programming aspects in preparation for the M:ST 4 Festival. The duties and tasks of the Programming Assistant will include:
-Office and clerical duties
-Arranging promotional material
-Assisting with grant writing and research
-Liaising with artists and member organizations
-Public relations and media development
-Researching and organizing technical support for the M:ST 4 Festival.

The ideal candidate will have a background and interest in visual and media arts, excellent writing skills, strong organizational and communication skills, as well as knowledge of contemporary performative practices. Experience with web based design, knowledge of the local arts community, and experience in event planning are assets.

*Please note that this position is partially funded through the Summer Temporary Employment Program and as such candidates must be 30 years of age or younger to qualify.

Application Process:
Please submit a Curriculum Vitae, a detailed cover letter (up to 2 pages), and three references by June 11, 2008 to:

M:ST Hiring Committee
Mountain Standard Time Festival
PO Box 22056 Bankers Hall RPO
Calgary AB, T2P 5G7

Emailed, faxed, or late applications will not be accepted. M:ST thanks all applicants in advance for their interest. M:ST is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information call (403) 837-6678, or email: info@mstfesti

Job: M:ST Performance Art Festival seeks an Interim Festival Coordinator

Interim Festival Coordinator

POSITION: Interim Festival Coordinator
CONTRACT: Temporary contract, September 4th through December 31st, 2007
SALARY: 20 hours per week at a salary of $1,500/month
DEADLINE: August 15, 2007

Complete applications must arrive at the Mountain Standard Time P.O. Box or at info@mstfestival.org by this date. Late, faxed or incomplete applications will not be accepted

APPLY TO:
M:ST Hiring Committee
Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Society
P.O. Box 22056 Bankers Hall R.P.O Calgary, Alberta Canada T2P 5G7

M:ST FESTIVAL COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working with the M:ST Board, the Festival Coordinator will oversee day-to-day operations of the festival office, including (but not limited to) the following responsibilities:

PROGRAMMING
-Co-coordinate planning and production of 2007 M:ST 3.5 programming
-Maintain submissions database, artist files and contracts, festival production schedules
-Coordinate publicity, advertising and dissemination of information about the festival -Work with Festival Committees and coordinate volunteers for M:ST 3.5 and day-to-day operations
-Write contracts where required.

GRANT WRITING + FUNDRAISING
-Working with the Grant Writing committee to prepare grants for federal, provincial, and municipal government granting programs for the programming, operations and staffing of the festival
-Prepare final reports for granting agencies, and ensure that all agencies and sponsors are properly acknowledged.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT + ADMINISTRATION
-Oversee financial aspects of the festival, and prepare regular financial reports for the Board of Directors
-Work with the Treasurer and accountant to develop and operate within an annual budget
-Establish and maintain sound administrative procedures with a structure that accommodates all participating organizations
-Maintain a well-organized office, and filing system with accurate and accessible records

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
-Keen knowledge of contemporary performative art practices, and surrounding critical discourses and involvement as a performance, visual or media artist, curator, writer or presenter
-Working knowledge of Artist-Run Centres, Public, and Institutional Galleries and their operations with a minimum of 2 years prior experience at an Artist-Run Centre, Public, or Institutional Gallery
-Experience with grant writing, budget preparations and responsible financial management
-Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work and manage several tasks simultaneously; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient computer skills
-Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and collaboratively

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please submit 2 paper copies by mail or an email with each of the following documents attached:
-Curriculum Vitae/Resume and Biography
-Up to two writing samples
-A reference list with names, positions and contact information for 3 references

The hiring committee thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. M:ST is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal artists and artists of diverse cultural and regional communities.

INQUIRIES ABOUT THE POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO: info@mstfestival.org