Reception and Communications Coordinator
6 month contract, 30 hours a week
Wednesday-Saturday, 9:30am – 5pm
$19.00 per hour
Deadline to apply: September 18, 2024
Position Overview:
Martha Street Studio is looking for a friendly individual to ensure efficient operations, effective communication and a welcoming environment for all visitors and members. The ideal candidate will be a team player, capable of handling a variety of tasks and responsibilities to ensure the smooth operation of our studio.
This position will play a key role in maintaining our work environment, supporting artists, coordinating events, and handling day-to-day administrative tasks.
Reports to: Executive Director
Qualifications:
● Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with studio users.
● Excellent communication skills and ability to work one on one with members / clients / artists.
● Detail oriented.
● Experience in office management, reception, or communications.
● Proficiency in social media, InDesign, Photoshop, WordPress, and MailChimp.
● Excellent written and spoken English. French skills are an asset!
● Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
● Interest in the arts, particularly print and photography.
Key Responsibilities:
Reception
● Maintain office supplies and liaise with vendors.
● Keep communal spaces tidy and organized.
● Welcome visitors, handle inquiries, and manage member services.
● Track Memberships and assist with studio rentals
● Encourage the involvement of members
● Assist with billing, data entry, and other administrative tasks, including quarterly mail outs.
Communications
● Create and manage content for social media and update the website.
● Develop and implement communication plans to promote Martha Street Studio activities and services.
● Write and distribute newsletters, press releases, and promotional materials.
Event Coordination:
● Coordinate public events with appropriate staff
● Support the coordination of visiting artists and sales events.
● Assist with logistics for events, including occasional evening and weekend attendance.
– Wage: $19.00 per hour.
– Paid public holidays and 6% vacation pay
– Access to workshops, and discounts on digital printing services.
– Free access to training provided by the organization.
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Send your resume, cover letter and three references to
askmartha@printmakers.mb.ca by September 18, 2024. Interviews will be held during the week of September 23. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Martha Street Studio encourages applications from underrepresented, LGBTQ2S+, new immigrant, disability and Indigenous communities to apply. It is the Manitoba Printmakers Association’s policy to hire employees solely on the basis of the
ability of the applicant to do the job. MPA will make every effort to provide additional adaptations and professional support to accomplish tasks and responsibilities for successful candidates identifying those specific needed accommodations.