Job Title: Arts Program Coordinator
Mundaring Arts Centre is seeking a proactive, creative thinker to lead the development, delivery and evaluation of arts and cultural workshops, educational programs and collaborative projects.
The role requires a creative who loves delivering outstanding arts and cultural educational programs. The successful candidate will lead the development, delivery and evaluation of MAC's arts and cultural workshops, educational programs and collaborative projects across the Mundaring and Midland Junction Arts Centres, online, in-school and at external events.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop a diverse education program that caters to a range of interests, ages and abilities
* Coordinate and deliver the education program, including contracts and agreements, materials, logistics, enrolment and promotion support
* Develop partnerships with artists, schools, tertiary institutions, community groups, arts organisations and funding bodies
* Collaborate to deliver innovative, audience-led programming to generate revenue, engage new audiences and increase workshop participation
Requirements:
* Relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience in visual arts, teaching, arts education or arts management
* Minimum 3 years experience in artistic processes, arts education and coordination with a knowledge of arts of visual arts disciplines, local artists, organisations and networks
* Demonstrated administrative experience including ability to manage schedules, event logistics and budgets
Essential Skills and Competencies:
* Artistic discernment: ability to interrogate artistic practice and coordinate cohesive, accessible programming across multiple artforms
* Commercial acumen: ability to execute decisions and apply knowledge in a practical manner for positive commercial/economic outcomes
* Time Management & Organisation: Superior ability to prioritise tasks and resources to accomplish objectives within given timeframe; deliver projects on time and on budget; execute administrative duties in an efficient and timely manner
* Stakeholder Management: excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated experience in relationship management and networking; committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face-to-face
* Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience
* Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and to get on well with team members
* Administration: Proficient administrative and computer skills, including MS Office; experience using electronic booking systems, CRM's, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign desired
Applicants should submit a relevant CV (including three professional referees) and an Expression of Interest (no more than 4 pages, collectively) outlining their interest in the position and how they are hardwired and shaped to successfully fulfill this role's objectives.