We're Hiring: Programming and Outreach Coordinator (YCW)

[Image Description: An infographic with a green background. At the top is the Eyelevel's white logo, and below is large yellow text in caps that reads "We're Hiring." Underneath, smaller white text in caps reads "Programming and Outreach Coordinator."  In a yellow box with irregularly edged sides, small black text in bullet points reads "YCW job listing. From September fifteen, twenty twenty-five to March twenty-seven, twenty twenty-six. Dollar sign twenty-one fifty per hour. Thirty hours per week. Info session on July twenty-third at six PM Atlantic Time over Zoom." Below, in small caps, white text reads "Apply by August fourth at  Midnight." Around the edges of the graphic are different geometric shapes in various colours.]

Job Title: Programming and Outreach Intern (YCW Internship)
Duration: 6 hours/day, 5 days/week for 28 weeks
Start and end date: September 15, 2025 - March 27, 2026 (unpaid break from December 15 - Jan 2)
Rate of pay: $21.50/hour
Language: Fluent in English
Reporting to: Cinthia Arias Auz and Sally Wolchyn-Raab, Artistic Co-Directors of Eyelevel
Work location: Kjipuktuk (Halifax), Nova Scotia (hybrid office/on-site/work-from-home) - the selected candidate must be within commuting distance of Eyelevel’s office and have reliable transportation to and from the office and events in Kjipuktuk

APPLICATIONS DUE BY AUGUST 4th, 2025

Eyelevel is seeking applications from Nova Scotia-based University/College graduates with a background in fine arts, art history, design, cultural studies or other related fields for a 7-month contract through Young Canada Works. This open and flexible position allows emerging arts administrators to test their skills in curating, program development and the operations of artist-run centres under the mentorship of Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors. With lots of room to explore and a care-oriented work environment, this position is an ideal fit for folks who are keen to build up their skills in community development and learn more about running small cultural spaces. 

Potential applicants are invited to a Zoom webinar on July 23rd at 6 PM Atlantic Time (Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kux99qoKSCSrTN9JBT4p_A) to learn more about this position and get some tips on putting together a strong application.

Job Description

The Programming and Outreach Coordinator will work closely with Eyelevel's Artistic Co-Directors, Committees, the Eyelevel Board of Directors, and participating artists to support the implementation and development of Eyelevel’s upcoming artistic programs. They will take a supervised leading role in running Eyelevel’s public communications, including social media, website updates and monthly newsletters. They will be instrumental in coordinating final logistics for Eyelevel’s Reshelving Initiative and supporting the development of Fall and Spring programming. 

The Programming and Outreach Coordinator will also work closely with the Engagement Committee and Artistic Co-Directors to plan and implement community engagement initiatives and support Eyelevel’s fundraising efforts. This will include developing an individual giving campaign, developing community engagement initiatives and supporting the Artistic Co-Directors with annual funding applications. 

Key Responsibilities
Communications:
- Coordinate ad purchases and design alongside Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors.
- Manage Eyelevel’s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram), including brainstorming new ways to promote events, developing engaging content and responding to questions in comments and DMs.
- Develop and disseminate printed promotional materials for events and Eyelevel’s general marketing needs.
- Gather images from artists and participating partners, and draft copy for Eyelevel’s website and monthly newsletters.
- Monitor a publicly-facing email account to respond to bookstore, programming and press inquiries, and communications from Eyelevel’s Board, committees and fellow staff.
- Supporting the Artistic Co-Directors with compiling press kits/drafting PSAs and press releases.

Programming:
- Work alongside Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors to coordinate programs including artist communications, project agreements and program logistics.
- Work with the Programming Committee and Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors to plan future programs, including drafting and releasing calls for submissions and jurying applications.
- Work alongside Eyelevel’s staff to maintain office hours and maintain Eyelevel’s Mask Bank and online bookstore. 

Operations and Fundraising:
- Attend weekly all-staff meetings and provide progress updates to Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors.
- Attend monthly Engagement and bi-monthly Programming Committee meetings and provide progress reports to committee members.
- Send reminders about upcoming Engagement Committee meetings and support the committee with funding and member development.
- Coordinate an individual giving campaign.
- Support the Artistic Co-Directors in developing annual grant applications.
- Develop and implement a long-term administrative development project with direction and support from Eyelevel’s Artistic Co-Directors.

The Ideal Candidate
qualifies for Young Canada Works Internships as a recent college graduate who is unemployed or under-employed and has:
- An undergraduate degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum or Cultural Studies.
- Community Development, or with related education and experience.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective communication and writing skills.
- Knowledge of Halifax’s cultural community, community organizations and businesses.
- Experience working in a gallery context and/or with community initiatives.
- The ability to work alone and collaboratively.
- Basic computer literacy and experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Basic design skills and experience with social media.
- Technical expertise related to computer design work and image management.
- Flexible schedule: is adaptable and able to work evenings or weekends.
- A basic knowledge of anti-oppression frameworks and accessibility.
Eyelevel also recognizes the development of skills through non-professional means such as student experience, volunteering, community organizing and lived experience. 

ABOUT EYELEVEL
Eyelevel is an arts worker/artist-run organization mandated to present and support the development of socially relevant and thought-provoking artistic practices locally, regionally and nationally. Eyelevel supports artists through residencies, mentorship, publishing and presentation outside of a traditional gallery context, accompanied by care-oriented and trauma-informed artistic, professional and personal support. Eyelevel aims to raise public awareness and capacity of our local arts community, particularly artists and arts workers who have been historically underserved and misrepresented in the contemporary art dialogue. Eyelevel strives to be a connector between artists, communities, and the broader public, to constantly question the balance of power and work against systemic oppression and discrimination by centring anti-violence and pro-survivor practices. Eyelevel works in treaty to build a more inclusive and caring world through art, and to advance positive change within the arts through its operations, policies and programming.

ACCESS NOTES
Eyelevel is committed to employment equity, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who self-identify as women, trans or gender diverse, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, and/or Persons with Disabilities. Eyelevel is particularly encouraging of those who are typically under-represented in contemporary art and artist-run centre staff. Applicants are encouraged to consider how their lived experiences or work within their community create valuable skills for this position.

Eyelevel’s office is wheelchair accessible, and we offer a flexible work environment with negotiable hours and work-from-home options as needed. Our office is located at 2482 Maynard Street, a low-stimuli, low-scent environment housing non-gendered washrooms, artist studios, a quiet room, a shared kitchenette, and the community arts organization Wonder’neath. At Eyelevel, we seek to provide a safer work environment for which we maintain active, evidence-based COVID-19 policies rooted in Disability Justice. 

Eyelevel’s studios on Gottingen Street are only accessible by climbing a full flight of stairs (with a railing). On the first floor is a non-gendered bathroom, a small kitchen, and five studios. Located up a spiral staircase with a railing are five more studios. Eyelevel is a tenant of Radstorm, a collective sharing Eyelevel’s principles of community equity. Please let us know any accessibility needs and/or allergies and sensitivities in your application.

Full access notes can be found on our website at http://eyelevel.art/accessibility 

To be considered for this job, please apply through the Young Canada Works portal with the following:
- a resume
- short cover letter (1 page max)
- contact information for 2 references (phone numbers preferred)

We will alternatively accept applications sent through email to info@eyelevel.art as a single PDF; however, all candidates selected for an interview will be required to create a YCW account. 

Eyelevel will host an info session over Zoom on July 23rd at 6 PM Atlantic Time (Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kux99qoKSCSrTN9JBT4p_A)

We welcome all kinds of questions! If you would like more information or to discuss this position, please contact:
Sally Wolchyn-Raab, Artistic Co-Director - sally@eyelevel.art 
Or
Cinthia Arias Auz, Artistic Co-Director - cinthia@eyelevel.art
Or
Call and Text - (902) 425-6412