There's tons of Summer Jobs available for youth & young adults at UrbanArts Toronto this summer! Click below for descriptions of each.
* Beats.Mind.Movement Youth Leader (Summer) - 1 Position
* DreamBuilding Program, Community Leader (Summer) - 1 Position
* DreamBuilding Program Coordinator (Summer) - 1 Position
* DreamBuilding Program, Youth Artist (Summer) - 6 Positions
* Graffiti Transformation Project, Youth Mural Artist (Summer) - 6 Positions
* Videographer (Summer) - 1 position
* SummerArts Student Administrator (Summer) - 1 Position
* SummerArts Youth Leader (Summer) - 2 Positions
Please make sure that you clearly state which position you are applying for and send your application directly to the contact address listed for the specific position!
Good Luck!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Job Posting: Beats.Mind.Movement Youth Leader (Summer) - 1 Position
JOB POSTING: Youth Leader
Position Type: Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program Youth Leader
Dates: June 15 to August 31, 2009 (Approximate...Exact Dates to Be Determined)
Hours: 5:30pm to 9:30pm, Monday to Thursday
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program is an intermediate level urban music program for youth 16 -24, who want to enter the music industry. Activities focus on: in studio production, song writing plus vocal techniques and music industry business.
UrbanArts is seeking an older youth (19- 24) who is interested in assisting arts programmers in managing a team of youth artists, and who enjoys music production. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic and comfortable about working with youth.
Understanding of digital music production software and techniques or experience as a musician is strongly preferred. Please indicate extent of experience on your application.
Responsibilities:
• Contribute to youth learning experience by drawing on your own musical knowledge in beat production, vocals, and/or the music business.
• Work closely with the Beats.Mind.Movement Program Manager to develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2009 UrbanArts Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Assist the Beats.Mind.Movement programmers in executing a successful music program for 16 youth, and ensure positive growth of youth artists through shared artistic learning, collaborative work, and implementing creative solutions when conflicts arise
• Supervise small teams and direct activities as per a lesson plan, Help maintain group order and focus
• Facilitate guest speaker sessions
• Maintain safety procedures and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to tasha@urbanartoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Position Type: Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program Youth Leader
Dates: June 15 to August 31, 2009 (Approximate...Exact Dates to Be Determined)
Hours: 5:30pm to 9:30pm, Monday to Thursday
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program is an intermediate level urban music program for youth 16 -24, who want to enter the music industry. Activities focus on: in studio production, song writing plus vocal techniques and music industry business.
UrbanArts is seeking an older youth (19- 24) who is interested in assisting arts programmers in managing a team of youth artists, and who enjoys music production. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic and comfortable about working with youth.
Understanding of digital music production software and techniques or experience as a musician is strongly preferred. Please indicate extent of experience on your application.
Responsibilities:
• Contribute to youth learning experience by drawing on your own musical knowledge in beat production, vocals, and/or the music business.
• Work closely with the Beats.Mind.Movement Program Manager to develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2009 UrbanArts Beats.Mind.Movement Summer Intensive Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Assist the Beats.Mind.Movement programmers in executing a successful music program for 16 youth, and ensure positive growth of youth artists through shared artistic learning, collaborative work, and implementing creative solutions when conflicts arise
• Supervise small teams and direct activities as per a lesson plan, Help maintain group order and focus
• Facilitate guest speaker sessions
• Maintain safety procedures and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to tasha@urbanartoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Job Posting: DreamBuilding Program, Community Leader (Summer) - 1 position
JOB POSTING: Community Leader
Position Type: DreamBuilding Program, Community Leader (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking a youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoys community arts, culture and/or design. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working both independently as well as with and around other youth. Knowledge of the Weston community – particularly south of Weston and Lawrence – in terms of issues, needs and communities – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2008 UrbanArts DreamBuilding Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Assist the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator in recruiting youth artists, leading and planning meetings, major projects and special events
• Monitor attendance, evaluations, and assist in the coordination of publicity and fundraising for DreamBuilding projects, including liaison with Weston residents, parents, schools, and organizations
• With the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator, secure sites for community arts projects and select youth to be hired for the duration of the program
• Help develop timeline for the DreamBuilding project and report progress on timeline on a bi-weekly basis to the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator
• Help plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th. Email your application to marlene@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2 Canada
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Position Type: DreamBuilding Program, Community Leader (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking a youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoys community arts, culture and/or design. Candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working both independently as well as with and around other youth. Knowledge of the Weston community – particularly south of Weston and Lawrence – in terms of issues, needs and communities – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2008 UrbanArts DreamBuilding Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Assist the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator in recruiting youth artists, leading and planning meetings, major projects and special events
• Monitor attendance, evaluations, and assist in the coordination of publicity and fundraising for DreamBuilding projects, including liaison with Weston residents, parents, schools, and organizations
• With the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator, secure sites for community arts projects and select youth to be hired for the duration of the program
• Help develop timeline for the DreamBuilding project and report progress on timeline on a bi-weekly basis to the DreamBuilding Program Coordinator
• Help plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th. Email your application to marlene@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2 Canada
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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JOB POSTING: DreamBuilding Program Coordinator (Summer) - 1 Position
JOB POSTING: Program Coordinator
Position Type: DreamBuilding Program Coordinator (Summer)
Dates: June 15 to August 28, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking an individual to be responsible for managing a team of youth artists, along with a project leader. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working in a supervisory role and enjoys community arts, culture and/or design. In-depth knowledge of the Weston-Mount Dennis community – in terms of issues, needs and trends – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the DreamBuilding Community Leader to develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2009 UrbanArts DreamBuilding Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Field resumes and applications for youth artists, select artists for interview in person at UrbanArts
• Using project budget prepared by Executive Director, manage all program expenses, and report bi-weekly to ED
• Ensure positive growth of youth artists through shared artistic learning, collaborative work, and implementing creative solutions when conflicts arise
• Develop Marketing and Public Relations around the DreamBuilding Project with the ED
• Along with DreamBuilding program staff, plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Write evaluation report at conclusion of the program highlighting the artistic concept, activities, timeline and budget of the DreamBuilding Program
• Maintain safety procedures and policies and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Requirements:
• Post-secondary education in Human Services or equivalent education and experience
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems, assess needs, formulate recommendations and apply appropriate action
• Demonstrated skills in planning and hosting community or other events
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, excellent organizational skills
• Experience with effectively building and managing cross-functional working relationships across multiple teams, able to work with a diverse group of people and personalities
• Must have the ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as work independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities while working under tight timelines
• Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with community, professionals, partners and UrbanArts staff
• Self-starter with strong capacity for independent action and initiative including decision-making and negotiating
• Experience in and knowledge of the needs of priority and under-served neighbourhoods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrating data collection and report writing abilities
• Social and multicultural sensitivity
• Current Police Clearance Check required
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 1st 2009. Email your application to marlene@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Position Type: DreamBuilding Program Coordinator (Summer)
Dates: June 15 to August 28, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking an individual to be responsible for managing a team of youth artists, along with a project leader. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working in a supervisory role and enjoys community arts, culture and/or design. In-depth knowledge of the Weston-Mount Dennis community – in terms of issues, needs and trends – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the DreamBuilding Community Leader to develop, implement, and support multidisciplinary arts programming for the 2009 UrbanArts DreamBuilding Program, and be an active part of planning, outreach, programming, and team building in a leadership role
• Field resumes and applications for youth artists, select artists for interview in person at UrbanArts
• Using project budget prepared by Executive Director, manage all program expenses, and report bi-weekly to ED
• Ensure positive growth of youth artists through shared artistic learning, collaborative work, and implementing creative solutions when conflicts arise
• Develop Marketing and Public Relations around the DreamBuilding Project with the ED
• Along with DreamBuilding program staff, plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Write evaluation report at conclusion of the program highlighting the artistic concept, activities, timeline and budget of the DreamBuilding Program
• Maintain safety procedures and policies and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Requirements:
• Post-secondary education in Human Services or equivalent education and experience
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems, assess needs, formulate recommendations and apply appropriate action
• Demonstrated skills in planning and hosting community or other events
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, excellent organizational skills
• Experience with effectively building and managing cross-functional working relationships across multiple teams, able to work with a diverse group of people and personalities
• Must have the ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as work independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities while working under tight timelines
• Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with community, professionals, partners and UrbanArts staff
• Self-starter with strong capacity for independent action and initiative including decision-making and negotiating
• Experience in and knowledge of the needs of priority and under-served neighbourhoods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrating data collection and report writing abilities
• Social and multicultural sensitivity
• Current Police Clearance Check required
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 1st 2009. Email your application to marlene@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Job Posting: DreamBuilding Program, Youth Artist (Summer) - 6 positions
JOB POSTING: DreamBuilding Youth Artist
Position Type: DreamBuilding Program, Youth Artist (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 6
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoy community arts, culture and/or design. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working both independently as well as with and around other youth. Knowledge of the Weston community – particularly south of Weston and Lawrence – in terms of issues, needs and communities – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Take on various community arts projects meant to re-envision the Weston community and engage its members
• Assist the DreamBuilding Youth Leader and Program Coordinator in leading and planning meetings, major projects and special events
• Help plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Other duties as assigned
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Position Type: DreamBuilding Program, Youth Artist (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 6
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoy community arts, culture and/or design. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be enthusiastic about working both independently as well as with and around other youth. Knowledge of the Weston community – particularly south of Weston and Lawrence – in terms of issues, needs and communities – would be an asset.
Responsibilities:
• Take on various community arts projects meant to re-envision the Weston community and engage its members
• Assist the DreamBuilding Youth Leader and Program Coordinator in leading and planning meetings, major projects and special events
• Help plan and carry out at least one major youth arts festival and two visioning and planning sessions with homeowners and local community leaders about the importance of arts programming in Weston-Mt. Dennis
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Other duties as assigned
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Job Posting: Graffiti Transformation Project, Youth Mural Artist (Summer) - 6 positions
JOB POSTING: Youth Mural Artist
Position Type: Graffiti Transformation Project, Youth Mural Artist (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Hours: 25 hours per week
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 6
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoy visual art. Candidates should have some experience working in an arts setting and be comfortable working with and around other youth, but experience doing mural art is not necessary! Both guys and girls are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Be a team player with other youth artists and work closely with professional artists who will lead training and project work
• Represent the youth community of Toronto by working with a team of young artists to create a community mural
• Participate in an unveiling of projects to be complete by August 21, 2009
• Be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartostoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Position Type: Graffiti Transformation Project, Youth Mural Artist (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 06 to August 21, 2009
Hours: 25 hours per week
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: To Be Determined
Training Day: June 26, 2009
Number of Positions Available: 6
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking youth from ages 15-19 who are interested in working as part of a team and enjoy visual art. Candidates should have some experience working in an arts setting and be comfortable working with and around other youth, but experience doing mural art is not necessary! Both guys and girls are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Be a team player with other youth artists and work closely with professional artists who will lead training and project work
• Represent the youth community of Toronto by working with a team of young artists to create a community mural
• Participate in an unveiling of projects to be complete by August 21, 2009
• Be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Maintain safety procedures and rules of conduct, and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartostoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
Current Police Clearance Check required
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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JOB POSTING: Videographer - Summer (1 position)
JOB POSTING: Videographer
Position Type: Videographer (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 13 – September 4th, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: Contract - $4200
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking a creative senior high school or post-secondary student or freelance videographer with excellent communication and organizational skills, and who preferably resides and/or attends school in the former City of York. The candidate should have some experience working in an arts setting and be comfortable working with and around other youth.
Responsibilities:
• Creating a 15 – 20 minute video displaying UrbanArts summer programming during the summer of 2009
• Planning all shoots and the general concept of the documentary with the Executive Director and the program managers from each project
• Sourcing music for the documentary from own royalty-free music collection and from UrbanArts’ artists
• Filming events and taking photos of the UrbanArts community arts space and exterior sites
• Interviewing artists, participants, and community members on film
• Planning the edit with the Executive Director and printing final copies in both DVD and .jpg format with periodic approval and input from the ED
• Providing a positive artistic attitude in collaboration with all staff, youth, and community members
• Representing UrbanArts and the community in a positive manner, and as a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Maintain safety procedures and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Requirements:
• Understanding of the operation of video, audio and lighting equipment in order to coordinate and participate in recording and editing projects
• Candidate will need to provide own video and editing equipment
• Image editing, video editing and client collaboration
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with multiple stakeholders required
• Sense for digital video and photography and possess skills necessary to categorize, archive and retrieve digital assets
• Understanding of the needs and issues of priority/underserved neighbourhoods, and working with marginalized youth
• Ability to travel to various locations, maintain flexible hours, to lift and carry equipment
• Able to submit samples of your work on request
• Current Police Clearance Check required, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
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Position Type: Videographer (Summer)
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 13 – September 4th, 2009
Location: Weston/Lawrence
Rate of Pay: Contract - $4200
Number of Positions Available: 1
UrbanArts is a progressive, not-for-profit community arts council. We provide opportunities for diverse cultural expression, artistic experience, training and employment to urban communities with a focus on youth in central west Toronto.
UrbanArts is seeking a creative senior high school or post-secondary student or freelance videographer with excellent communication and organizational skills, and who preferably resides and/or attends school in the former City of York. The candidate should have some experience working in an arts setting and be comfortable working with and around other youth.
Responsibilities:
• Creating a 15 – 20 minute video displaying UrbanArts summer programming during the summer of 2009
• Planning all shoots and the general concept of the documentary with the Executive Director and the program managers from each project
• Sourcing music for the documentary from own royalty-free music collection and from UrbanArts’ artists
• Filming events and taking photos of the UrbanArts community arts space and exterior sites
• Interviewing artists, participants, and community members on film
• Planning the edit with the Executive Director and printing final copies in both DVD and .jpg format with periodic approval and input from the ED
• Providing a positive artistic attitude in collaboration with all staff, youth, and community members
• Representing UrbanArts and the community in a positive manner, and as a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
• Maintain safety procedures and be a proponent of positive messages about race, interaction and all items outlined in the UrbanArts Code of Conduct
Requirements:
• Understanding of the operation of video, audio and lighting equipment in order to coordinate and participate in recording and editing projects
• Candidate will need to provide own video and editing equipment
• Image editing, video editing and client collaboration
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with multiple stakeholders required
• Sense for digital video and photography and possess skills necessary to categorize, archive and retrieve digital assets
• Understanding of the needs and issues of priority/underserved neighbourhoods, and working with marginalized youth
• Ability to travel to various locations, maintain flexible hours, to lift and carry equipment
• Able to submit samples of your work on request
• Current Police Clearance Check required, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit a resume or a brief letter stating why you would be excellent for the position by Friday, May 15th, 2009. Email your application to info@urbanartstoronto.org or drop off at:
Urban Arts Community Arts Council
19 John St.
Toronto (Weston), Ontario
M9N 1J2
Tele: (416) 241-5124 Fax: (416) 241-2124
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