Careers

Programming Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT AWE: Established in 1943, AWE is the largest public art gallery in Southwestern Ontario and has grown with incredible support from the Windsor-Essex community. At AWE, we share historical Canadian, Indigenous, and contemporary Art with the Windsor-Essex community in inventive and creative ways. Through our engaging educational activities, we spark creativity and conversations. With 15,000 square feet of exhibition space, new takes on our permanent collection of nearly 4000 artworks, and through unexpected partnerships, AWE is the creative heart of Windsor-Essex.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Under the supervision of the Head of Programs and Partnerships and working closely with curators, staff, and volunteers, this position focuses on supporting AWE’s Education Plan , Digital Strategy and the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan. The Programming Assistant is responsible for supporting education initiatives at AWE, including coordinating programming for youth, supporting and digital outreach programs, research and collecting qualitative and quantitative data related to the education programs.

SUMMARY OF KEY DUTIES:

• Supports the development of content on visual literacy specific to youth and culturally diverse audiences and incorporates Ministry of Education curriculum content;
• Researches and develops interpretative materials in collaboration with other public program staff;
• Organizes all aspects of programs, including coordinating registration, staffing, content preparation;
• Creates and edits content on applications and WordPress sites.
• Facilitates workshops and / or skill shares;
• Plans and coordinates supplies and materials for programs;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in Education, Communications/Film, Visual Arts and/or Visual Arts Education, or Theater;
• Experience working in an education/and or cultural environment;
• Knowledge of visual arts and the ability to research, prepare, and present educational information that is accessible to a range of ages and levels of experience;
• Strong written and oral communication and administrative skills;
• Experience using audio visual equipment
• Demonstrated digital skills.

AWE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Upon request, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We are committed to employment equity and support building a skilled and diverse workforce. Members from the following designated groups (Women, Indigenous, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.

WHO CAN APPLY:

This position is funded in part through the Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage program, and all applicants must be registered in the YCW candidate pool and meet the current YCW-BCH eligibility criteria. An individual may be eligible for an internship if they:

• are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible);
• are legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number);
• are between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment; and
• are a college or university graduate (certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

Note: Priority will be given to graduates that have not previously participated in YCW internship programs and that are unemployed or underemployed.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, individuals are required to:

• visit the Young Canada Works login page;
• create an account by clicking on the “Sign up” link, then complete and submit a candidate profile;
• browse job opportunities via the “Search for a job” link in their account; and
• express their interest in a position by clicking on the job title and then on “Express interest in this job”;
• send any questions they may have by emailing Julie Tucker, AWE’s Head of Programs & Projects jrtucker@artwindsoressex.ca

Collections & Database Assistant

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Under the supervision of the Head, Exhibitions and Collections, and working closely with curators, staff, and volunteers, this position supports the implementation of AWE’s collection management sytem, Axiell Collections, and the relaunch of AWE’s online collections portal. The Collections and Database Assistant is responsible for data clean-up, metadata generation, copyright clearance, digitization assistance, collections research, and other tasks associated with AWE’s collection and CMS.

SUMMARY OF KEY DUTIES:

• Securing copyright permissions to share work online, following a priority list generated by AWE staff focusing on Indigenous and equity-deserving artists in our collection (specifically, racialized, neurodiverse, disabled, and women artists in AWE’s holdings)
• Preparing alt text descriptions and text descriptions of works to share in our online portal, again following AWE’s priority list
• Augmenting catalogue records using hard-copy registration files for priority works in collection
• Transferring collection donor information from Axiell Collections to Keela, AWE’s fundraising database
• Capturing information on AWE permanent collection exhibitions using hard-copy registration files
• Assisting with the digitization of works, focusing on priority works and undocumented works on paper
• Assisting with re-inventorying of works on paper
• Assisting with data clean-up and standardization of information in Axiell Collections

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-graduate certificate or Master’s Degree in Museum Studies or Information Sciences, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History, History, or Studio Art with professional or volunteer experience in a museum, gallery, library or archives
• Knowledge of visual arts and the ability to research, prepare, and write about contemporary and historical Canadian and Indigenous visual arts
• Demonstrated proficiency standard office tools and software, including Microsoft 365 applications
• Proficiency in post-production photo editing, using software like Capture One, is an asset.
• Strong written and oral communication and administrative skills
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the project

AWE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Upon request, accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We are committed to employment equity and support building a skilled and diverse workforce. Members from the following designated groups (Women, Indigenous, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.

WHO CAN APPLY:

This position is funded in part through the Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage program, and all applicants must be registered in the YCW candidate pool and meet the current YCW-BCH eligibility criteria. An individual may be eligible for an internship if they:

• are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible);
• are legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number);
• are between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment; and
• are a college or university graduate (certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

Note: Priority will be given to graduates that have not previously participated in YCW internship programs and that are unemployed or underemployed.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, individuals are required to:

• visit the Young Canada Works login page;
• create an account by clicking on the “Sign up” link, then complete and submit a candidate profile;
• browse job opportunities via the “Search for a job” link in their account; and
• express their interest in a position by clicking on the job title and then on “Express interest in this job”;
• send any questions they may have by emailing Emily McKibbon, AWE’s Head, Exhibitions and Collection, emckibbon@artwindsoressex.ca

On-Call Artist Educator

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Art Windsor Essex (AWE) is seeking eight enthusiastic and dynamic On-Call Artist Educators to join our team. As an On-Call Educator, you will play a crucial role in delivering engaging and educational experiences to our diverse audience. AWE is seeking Artist Educators from a variety of practices including but not limited to painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, animation and mixed media.   You will work closely with our Education and Public Programs team to facilitate art-based learning activities, tours, and workshops that inspire the next generation of creators.  

SUMMARY OF KEY DUTIES:

• Conduct research on artists and/or exhibitions presented at the gallery. 
• Lead interactive tours. 
• Facilitate hands-on workshops and make links between the workshop and the techniques or themes of the exhibition.
• Collaborate with the Education and Public Programs team to develop and implement innovative educational programs that align with AWE’s mission and exhibitions. 
• Adapt educational content to meet the needs and interests of different audiences including children, teens, seniors and all ages.  
• Facilitate workshops for Weekends in the Studio, AWE at Night, school tours, In-classroom and during outreach events. 
• Assist in the preparation and organization of educational materials and resources. 
• Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all visitors, ensuring a positive and enriching experience. 
• Stay informed about current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as AWE’s permanent collection, to provide accurate and engaging information to visitors. 
• Help in the organization of Gallery displays by students and community groups.  
• Support the goals of the Education Action Plan 
• Keep accurate records of outputs and outcomes from education programs.  
• Uphold the values of the Education and Public Programs team.  
• Attending mandatory training as required.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A university degree in visual arts or another related field. 
• Two years’ experience in a museum/ gallery context teaching arts and or related experience. 
• Knowledge of art history and contemporary art. 
• Ability to create workshops for all ages, drop-in style, children and youth and skill building. 
• Familiarity with the AWE collection is an asset. 
• Experience working with the Ontario Curriculum is an asset. 
• Demonstrated ability in one or more teachable areas including animation, acrylic painting, watercolor, beadwork, photography, drawings, drawing or other specialized mediums, is required. 
• Second Language skills considered an asset. 
• Excellent customer service skills. 
• Ability to be courteous at all times and under all circumstances. 
• Be outgoing, dynamic, proactive, cheerful, and punctual. 
• Flexibility and availability to work on-call, including weekdays, weekends, and evenings as needed. 
• A degree in Fine Art, Craft, Art History, Education, Museum Studies, or a related field is an asset. 

WAGE CONDITIONS: 

• Casual, on-call position, outside the scope of AWE’s bargaining unit 
• $25 per hour. Travel from AWE to offsite venue locations will be covered by AWE according to our policy. 
• Please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a clear vulnerable sector check from the Windsor Police Service. 

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications, teaching philosophy and interest in the position to jrtucker@artwindsoressex.ca. Please include a portfolio of education projects 5-10 examples in a pdf document with titles and mediums and list your teachable areas. Please reference the position you are applying for in the subject line: On-Call Artist Educator

AWE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Upon request, accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We are committed to employment equity and support building a skilled and diverse workforce. Members from the following designated groups (Women, Indigenous, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify. Join us at AWE and be a part of a vibrant community dedicated to celebrating and sharing the power of art!