Position Description
Position Title: Artist & Community Engagement Host
About Art-ish
Art-ish is a Melbourne-based social enterprise that delivers vibrant, interactive art experiences. We partner with wineries, community centres, schools, local councils, and event spaces to provide engaging sessions from paint parties, fundraising events and kids' events to public murals and large-scale expos. Our mission is to celebrate creativity, bring people together, and support artists to shine.
Position Summary
As an Artist & Community Engagement Host, you'll represent the heart of Art-ish leading fun, accessible art experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether it's guiding a team-building session, hosting a birthday party, painting a mural, or facilitating a community expo, you'll bring joy, creativity, and a strong sense of connection to every event.
This role is ideal for a vibrant emerging artist who's confident speaking in front of groups, loves connecting with people, and wants to use their art to build community and inspire creativity in others.
Key Responsibilities
* Host a range of events including paint and sip sessions, kids' parties, team-building murals, and public activations.
* Inspire and encourage guests to engage in the creative process no matter their skill level.
* Set up and pack down materials, manage time effectively, and troubleshoot during events.
* Bring and display your own artwork at events (optional but encouraged) to inspire others and promote your art.
* Represent Art-ish with warmth and professionalism at expos, markets, festivals, and community projects.
* Contribute creatively to mural projects and collaborative pieces where required.
* Work closely with other hosts, photographers, and venue partners to deliver a seamless experience.
Qualifications and Attributes
* A passion for visual art and helping others connect with their creativity.
* Strong communication and group facilitation skills.
* Confident, outgoing, and positive presence.
* Ability to lead events independently and adapt to different audiences and settings.
* Reliable transport to travel to venues across metro Melbourne.
* Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
* Experience in teaching, hospitality, events, or community engagement is a bonus but not essential.
Pay & Benefits
* Rate: $30.00/hr + 25% casual loading + 5% travel allowance
* (Total: $39.38/hr + superannuation)
* Schedule: Casual and flexible, based on event bookings
* Artist Perks: Display and sell your own art at events
* Creative Culture: Join a supportive team where your voice and creativity matter
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