CanAsian Dance is seeking to hire an Administrative & Marketing Assistant
The assistant role entails such responsibilities as:
-Administrative and operational assistance to the General Manager
-Marketing and communications, ie Social Media Campaigns, e-newsletter
-Production assistance of CAD programs
The Administrative & Marketing assistant will be working mainly with CanAsian Dance staff (Artistic Lead, General Manager, Curatorial Committee), and on occasion contractors and programmed artists
Hours: 8 hours (1 day per week)
Fee: $9,792 for a 12-month contract ($25.50 per hour). (Note: Subject to funding, we either extend this contract or establish this position as a permanent role.)
Works collaboratively with the Curatorial Committee (the Artistic Lead, General Manager, and three additional Curatorial Committee Members)
Reports to: General Manager
Location: The successful applicant will primarily work from home but should ideally be based in or near the Greater Toronto Area
Application deadline: October 22nd, 2024 or until the position is filled. Please complete the . Please contact with any questions
Start date: As soon as possible
APPLICATION DETAILS: Ideal candidate
- A strong background in administration (at least 2 years), preferably in the arts and culture sector.
- Excellent written communication and proficiency in proofreading.
- Proficiency in digital marketing, including social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), website content management (Wix or similar), and e-news campaigns (MailChimp or similar).
- Ability to conceptualize and execute visually appealing marketing materials and digital assets, with proficiency in graphic design software desirable.
- Knowledge or experience in outreach to culturally diverse populations.
- Experience in the arts and culture sector. (Dance or Performing arts would be an asset)
- Maintains an organized and accurate filing system to facilitate timely responses and management of critical documents and actionable items.
ResponsibilitiesAdministrative and operational
- Support the General Manager in:
- Maintaining administrative and operational databases, systems and processes, identifying and implementing feasible improvements.
- Fielding general enquiries as required.
- Maintaining an archive of all CanAsian Dance activities (photos, videos, marketing materials).
- Upholding and updating CanAsian Dance’s policies and procedures and supporting the development of further articulations in response to a changing ecology. This includes instituting policies and procedures related to equity and accessibility.
- Documenting and maintaining institutional knowledge of administrative and operational systems.
Marketing and development
- Create and execute social media posts, e-newsletters, and other public-facing materials, in consultation with artists, CanAsian Dance staff, and relevant contractors.
- Proofread marketing copy and other public-facing materials.
- Engage with social media followers, consulting with artists, CanAsian Dance staff, and relevant contractors as required.
- Monitor website, social media, and e-news analytics and report on uptake and trends as requested.
- Support the CanAsian Dance staff and/or contractors in planning marketing and fundraising campaigns.
Production
- Assist CanAsian Dance staff in communicating scheduling and updates to artists.
- Assist in planning and executing programs, currently in development.
Other
Other duties as assigned by the General Manager may be requested.
Other conditions
- You are responsible for all government taxes. This is a renewable contract position where taxes are not deducted.
- If you charge HST and provide an HST number, it will be added to your fee.
- You will participate in an annual performance appraisal by the Artistic Lead and General Manager.
APPLY at www.CANASIANDANCE.com
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $9,792.00 per year
Expected hours: No more than 7.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- Proofreading: 1 year (preferred)
- Content management: 1 year (preferred)
- Digital marketing: 1 year (preferred)
- MailChimp: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person