Employment Opportunities at IMA
Summer Workshop and Arts Education Liaison | Canada Summer Jobs
$20.00/h, 35h/week, 8 - 12 week position , 2 positions to fill
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Artistic/Executive Director, the Art Coordinator - Education will provide administrative, logistical and production support to our Summer School of Arts programming.
Our workshops and residencies run the artistic gamut, including literary, visual and live Arts. For the Summer of 2025, this is slated to include (but not limited to):
Relief Printing - A 2-day Linocut printmaking workshop to develop refined relief printing techniques.
The Toni Onley Artist Project - A 9-day Visual Arts Residency featuring celebrated mentors from across Canada, artist talks and more.
Slow Process - A 9 day Media Arts Residency featuring celebrated filmmakers from across Canada, artist talks and more.
The International Harp School - a 5-day learning intensive featuring mentors, special interest classes and extracurriculars
Workshops associated with Gallery and Residency Artist Programming (3-4 artists during the scope of this contract)
Workshops for the public associated with our Art + The Forest programming
Workshops associated with Youth and Performing Arts Presentation through the ArtsWells Festival
This position works in collaboration with the marketing, art gallery and production coordinators to support a cohesive schedule of events and transparent information dissemination to maximize attendance and satisfaction at IMA events.
This is an opportunity for a motivated, innovative, and precise individual who is passionate and knowledgeable about the arts to be part of the production team in this unique remote setting.
This position is a temporary placement through Canada Summer Jobs and will not move forward without funding support from Canada Summer Jobs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting the Artistic Director in coordinating IMA workshops and guided residencies
Providing clear and timely communications between programming/production and Marketing.
Working with the IMA team to maximize the impact of visiting artists on the community.
Ensuring timely and effective internal communications
Tracking metrics, preparing grant reports and other documents.
Assisting with program implementation and execution where needed
Acting as a liaison between instructors, contractors and the organization.
Regular communication with staff, and accurate, up-to-date record keeping and report generation are essential functions of this position.
ABOUT THE HOURS
This is a full-time, 35 hour / week position and requires a willingness to work flexible hours as dictated by the needs of the job. Evening and weekend work will be necessary. This position requires work in Wells, though some planning work can be done remotely.
TO APPLY
Island Mountain Arts encourages applications from those with diverse lived experiences. Please note that the town of Wells is remote, which may result in accessibility difficulties that are more easily navigated in larger city centres. Please get in touch with Elyssia Sasaki (elyssia@imarts.com) if you have further questions.
If interested in applying, please email a brief introduction and a résumé to: hiring@imarts.com. Applications will begin review on March 22nd, 2025, until filled.
Fall/Winter Programs Intern | Young Canada Works
Positions: 1, beginning between May 1st 2025 and August 7th 2025
Hourly wage: $20.00 - 35 hours per week.
THE POSITION
Island Mountain Arts has operated since 1977, running classes in all artistic disciplines, hosting concerts and festivals and running exhibitions that are regional, provincial, national and international in scope. The organization draws people from across the region, the country and globally.
With the assistance of YCW, an intern will be hired to assist with all aspects of coordinating and delivering our late summer, fall and winter programming in 2025 and early 2026.
The intern will work under the guidance of professional arts administrators and gain hands-on experience in arts program delivery. In turn, the intern will contribute to the success of IMA programs by taking on a high-level coordination position for arts workshops, gallery exhibitions, festival and live arts event management, all-ages community programming, and conference organization. This position encourages youth to take on a leadership role in which they will also learn about the administrative side of these programs, collecting data for grants, honing skills for writing reports and requests for funding, and managing budgets for project-based aspects of the organization
Island Mountain Arts 2025/2026 programming consists of gallery shows, workshops, performances, artist residencies, professional development opportunities, youth programming and a Live Arts Presentation that includes aspects of all of the above. The intern will assist in our program delivery, as we work to establish robust programming in the arts on a year-round basis in our rural location.
The intern will walk away with an arsenal of skills related to event coordination in non-profits, making them a valuable asset to any arts non-profit working in virtually any discipline. Arts Administrators with high levels of comprehension across multiple areas of an arts organization gain invaluable skills for working in rural areas, where positions of leadership often ask them to “wear many hats.” The varied opportunities offered within this intern position at IMA may assist the intern with narrowing the area of work they wish to pursue within arts and culture, while encouraging the development of empathy for the many positions, roles and skills that make our work possible.
Tasks include
The Fall/Winter Communications + Programs Intern will:
Process registrations, prepare welcome packages, provide travel and accommodation information, prepare evaluation feedback forms and offer general support for all program participants.
Compile class lists for instructors & follow up with payment details.
Provide travel and communication support for out-of-town instructors and ensure their logistical needs are met (i.e. equipment needs, course materials photocopying).
Correspond with instructors and share information with program attendees as requested (i.e. materials lists or instrument rentals).
Prepare press releases, social media posts & promotional mailings relating to the programming
Work with graphic designers to deliver graphics and copy that is reflective of the organization.
Maintain tidiness in the school and venues to ensure quality program delivery.
help coordinate and participate in an organization feasibility study (pending Arts Infrastructure funding)
Assist with the contracting and organization of artists and vendors associated with IMA programming, primarily for the ArtsWells Festival of All things Art.
Assist with volunteer coordination, including the development of position descriptions
Establish and foster relationships with org sponsors and funders as needed.
Assist with the dissemination of the organizations’ safety and emergency plan to staff, contractors and program attendees
Assist with fundraisers, welcome receptions, coordinate artist’s talks, concerts, instructor & student performances, workshops, readings & receptions.
Assist with the upkeep and organization of the Artist Residency property.
Assist with aspects of daily office duties such as answering phones, e-mailing, filing, photocopying and other duties as assigned.
Necessary qualifications
Be a YCW internship-eligible applicant in a field related to the position. Theatre Production, Gallery and preparatory courses, project management, event coordination, and other fine or performing arts operations would all have transferable skills practice.
Have an interest in, and/or recognize the value of the visual and performing arts, arts administration & education
Have strong organization and data entry skills
Have familiarity with Airtable and its functions, or the ability to learn quickly
Have proven computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, data entry
Be able to work with artists and administrators to set schedules and timelines for projects that require collaborators from outside IMA
Have a clear understanding of (or desire to further develop) interpersonal skills (teamwork, motivation, responsibility, caring, active listening and leadership)
Have good communication skills (written and verbal) for a predominantly English workspace.
Provide keen attention to detail, be conscientious, and embrace creativity.
Be willing to live and work in a small town, rural environment.
Have a valid driver's license.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada, between 16 and 30 years of age, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada
A passion or interest in the outdoors, given the rural location, is an asset
This is a full time position and requires a willingness to work flexible hours as dictated by the needs of the job. Evening and weekend work will be necessary. IMA will assist the applicant with procuring housing for the duration of their employment.
TO APPLY
Island Mountain Arts encourages applications from diverse lived experiences. The funding from YCW has certain caveats, which you can read about here. Please note that the town of Wells is remote, which may result in accessibility difficulties that are more easily navigated in larger city centres. Prospective applicants are encouraged to get in touch with Elyssia Sasaki (Artistic Director, elyssia@imarts.com) with application questions.
Interested candidates can apply with a résumé and brief letter of introduction by e-mail to: hiring@imarts.com. The position offers approximately 7 months of employment at $20.00 / hour for 35 hours per week and must start no later than August 7th, 2025.
Where we are
Wells, situated two hours south-east of Prince George and one-hour east of Quesnel, is located 8km from Barkerville, one of Canada's largest historic sites, and a short drive from the Bowron Lake chain, a world-renowned paddling destination. In the winter, the population in Wells hovers around 250, and nearly doubles in summer. A culturally vibrant community located in the mountains, Wells provides endless activities for those with a passion for culture, history and the outdoors. As such, Wells is a lively summer tourist destination for both regional and international visitors. Visit www.wells.ca for more information on the area.
The Island Mountain Arts office is located in the heart of Wells and houses our public gallery on the top floor, and our offices on the bottom floor. Summer students will interact extensively with the local and regional community, working with the District of Wells, Barkerville Historic Town and other cultural venues, as well as local accommodations, restaurants, wilderness guides and other business. Please visit our website at www.imarts.com for additional information.