Employment

The Capitol Centre operates as a not-for-profit performing and visual arts organization for a community of 54,000 and beyond. This multi-use facility is the jewel in the very centre of the Northeast. It is home to the WKP Kennedy Gallery, the North Bay Symphony String School, and features a season boosting multi-disciplinary acts from around the world.

Currently Available Opportunities

Gallery Assistant, WKP Kennedy Gallery

The Capitol Centre, with the financial support of NOHFC, is offering the following one (1) year contract opportunity. “GALLERY ASSISTANT”

JOB DESCRIPTION: As part of the Capitol Centre, the Gallery Assistant will identify and engage target audiences through research and community outreach to assist in developing educational and exhibition programming which engages the diverse public of the North Bay region, and provides professional development opportunities for artists of this region. The position will assist the WKP Kennedy Gallery in achieving its high impact potential in Northeastern Ontario by serving the region with relevant, engaging and enriching Arts programming. Specific responsibilities include researching target demographics and developing marketing tools, educational programming ideas and community outreach agendas. This position will also assist the Gallery Manager with the creation of promotional materials, installation/de-installation of exhibitions, and fostering community partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS: University or college graduate who has graduated within the last three years from an accredited college or university. The candidate must be a graduate of a post-secondary degree or diploma program. The position will be a first full-time employment in the candidate’s field of study. Strong communication skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office and Apple programs is a must. Candidate must possess the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A background in fine arts, arts administration, public relations, event planning, marketing or education is an asset.

Salary: $31,500 per annum.

Resume (including cover letter and three references) may be directed to the attention of Katina Connolly, Executive Director, Capitol Centre, 150 Main Street East, North Bay, ON P1B 1A8 or emailed to:
kconnolly@capitolcentre.org.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be conctacted.