VMF Job Posting: AR Curator (CLOSED)
OVERVIEW
POSITION TITLE: AR Curator (CLOSED)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: CLOSED
STATUS: CLOSED
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC (remote contract a possibility)
REPORTING TO: Executive Director
COMPENSATION: $27-40/hr, Approx 200-300hrs
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Create Vancouver Society is a registered non-profit dedicated to artistic and cultural development in the Lower Mainland year-round. Through the creation of permanent, large-scale, public artworks and public events, we provide a platform for Vancouver’s diverse art scene to contribute to the city’s cultural legacy for years to come. Our annual flagship event, Vancouver Mural Festival takes place in August, with many projects throughout the year. It is our mission to create meaningful experiences that bring together art and people as we highlight the local culture and vibrance of our region. We put extra focus into the visual sovereignty of the local Salish communities; as well as dedicated support of the work of BIPOC artists and cultural producers.
We are inclusive in our organization and operations, and our programming is intended for all classes, cultures, genders, ages, abilities, and beyond. We believe that it is crucial to the cultural health of the city of Vancouver to create tangible and lasting visual evidence of the rich diversity of voices living and working here. Our artist roster is an effort to reflect the varied histories present in our city and region.
For more information, please visit vanmuralfest.com.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
VMF is creating a new Winter Arts event this February to safely connect art and people in the darkest time of year. The event is focused on the convergence of art and technology in urban spaces. For our first edition, we're creating augmented reality installations to virtually activate public spaces around the downtown core, and we're looking for an AR curator to help make this happen!
The AR Curator will play the important role of selector and connector, working closely with artists, technology partners and production staff to deliver 2O+ AR installations.
For more information, please visit vanmuralfest.com.
RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL
- Lead and manage all 3D artist selections.
- Work closely with artists and AR development partners to implement installations.
- Maintain and develop excellent relations with clients, colleagues, artists, and community stakeholders.
- Support the Winter Arts team on overall vision and creative direction for the inaugural event.
- Interface effectively with contractors, production crews and VMF staff to ensure delivery of all projects on schedule and on budget.
- Collaborate and support on key functions of this event as applicable. Including, but not limited to, fund development/sponsorship, marketing/design, and artist learning/experience.
ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT
- Authentically represent VMF’s vision, mission, and values at engagements, conferences, and other public events as necessary.
- In consultation with the Festival team, provide expertise and perform analysis necessary to contribute to the development of budgets and strategic plans.
- Maintain databases, proposal decks, budgets, reports and all other administrative assets as required.
- Participate in regular team meetings.
- Travel as required.
- Other duties may be assigned as required.
QUALIFICIATIONS
- 5+ years’ experience in a professional practice in areas such as arts/project management, creative direction, curation, technology, art and design.
- Knowledge of the local and international 3D/VFX/VR/AR industry.
- Experience in augmented reality development.
- Strong understanding of the intersection of technology and the arts.
- Familiarity with the public visual arts sector nationally or internationally is an asset.
- Experience leading teams to deliver on complex projects or programs on tight budgets and deadlines.
- Proficiency in the following an asset: Spark AR, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Slack, Asana.
- A keen eye for detail, a passion for exceeding expectations.
- Fluency in English required.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants please send a cover letter and résumé to: andrea@vanmuralfest.com with “YOUR NAME: AR Curator Application” in the subject line. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be sure to address your experience in arts and technology, curation and project management.
Please note: Applications are CLOSED
