VMF Job Posting: Director of Creative Projects
POSITION TITLE: Director of Creative Projects
APPLICATION TIMELINE: Applications open Oct 08 - Nov 15, 2020
STATUS: CLOSED
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC
REPORTING TO: Executive Director
COMPENSATION: $60-$75K commensurate with experience + benefits
ORGANIZATION PROFILE
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 murals 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
Moving into our sixth year, we’re quickly expanding beyond our grassroots beginnings, and building towards a vision of a society which deeply values and prioritizes art & culture. With our founding Executive Director leaving the nest, we’re doing some internal restructuring, and recruiting for this vital new role to join our team.
Director of Creative Projects will work as part of the senior leadership team year-round to manage the organization’s public art projects, events, and other creative activities. This engaged and passionate professional will oversee creative strategy and execution as well as project procurement.
This role will report directly to the Executive Director, and work in tandem with the Lead Curator and Director of Engagement. The Director of Creative Projects will also work closely with the Marketing, Sponsorship, and Operations departments.
We are offering a full-time position with an intentional investment in learning and opportunities for growth. The successful candidate will be working from our Mount Pleasant office, with flexibility to work remotely occasionally. Our annual festival generally takes place in August, and the mural season from May to September is full tilt with events and projects. The off season is spent working with potential partners, seeking new opportunities, strategic planning, and developing internal projects and systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
General
Lead and manage all VMF mural projects from concept to completion year-round with support from our Project Manager(s) and Lead Curator.
Maintain, nurture, & develop excellent relations with clients, curators, artists, and community stakeholders.
Partner closely with the Executive Director on identifying, developing, and securing future project opportunities, including preparation and presentation of decks/proposals for prospective clients and partners.
Take initiative in development and exploration of new prospects, opportunities, partnerships and clients.
Interface effectively with Mural Production Manager and Operations Manager to ensure delivery of all projects on schedule and on budget.
Work together with the Executive team to develop vision, strategy and programming for annual festival and year-round auxiliary projects.
Oversee development and execution of overall curatorial program with Lead Curator and Director of Engagement. This includes curation of both mural locations and artists as well as VMF’s guest curator program.
Collaborate with and support other key roles/functions of the organization as required including fund development & sponsorship, marketing & design, and artist learning & development
Administration & Management
Authentically represent VMF’s vision, mission, and values at engagements, conferences, and other public events as necessary.
In consultation with the ED, provide expertise and perform analysis necessary to contribute to the development of annual budgets, revenue goals and strategic plans.
Manage contracts and post-sales administration and reporting with support from Operations Manager.
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.
QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years’ experience in a professional practice (public or private) in areas such as arts/project management, creative direction, curation, client management, fundraising, sales, or business development.
Exceptional relationship management skills with a demonstrated commitment to a high standard of client and stakeholder relations.
Familiarity with the public visual arts sector nationally or internationally is an asset.
Experience leading teams to deliver on complex projects or programs with significant budgets.
Charismatic with exceptional verbal, written communication, and presentation skills, with an ability to effectively share ideas, courageously take initiative, and approach problems with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
Proficiency in the following an asset: Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite.
A keen eye for detail, a passion for exceeding expectations.
Experience working and/or volunteering in the arts or entertainment industry is an asset.
Fluency in English required.
