Writers’ Guild of Alberta Summer Employment Opportunity: (Full Time, 14 Week Term, Head Office, Edmonton)
Reports To: Executive Director of the Writers’ Guild of Alberta
Job Overview
The Writers’ Guild of Alberta (WGA) invites applications from post-secondary students interested in meeting writers, promoting literary works by Albertans, and gaining experience in arts administration.
The Summer Program and Digital Media Assistant will work closely with WGA program coordinators on various projects that include digital content creation, administration, writing, editing, event planning, and design work.
The position is 35 hours a week, for a 14 week term beginning in early May. Periodic evening and weekend hours are required for event support.
Main tasks:
- Create slideshow and/or video content for the Alberta Literary Awards and gala event, to showcase the finalists and winners.
- Create cards and slideshows for conference sessions and online events, featuring presenters and sponsors.
- Assist with the implementation of our annual conference and literary awards gala: Be available for the weekends of the conference and gala in June, to assist with running slideshows and videos, assist with execution of hybrid and streamed sessions, and various other duties in relation to the events.
- Create promotional visuals for social media.
- Review and edit website content.
- Correspond with publishers and/or writers to gather material for digital content and/or communicate event details.
- Aid with writing, proofing, and editing tasks as needed for program promotions, communications, and resource material.
- Aid in program and office administration as needed, e.g. registration data, gathering materials, technical troubleshooting, and office organization.
Qualifications:
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident, residing in Edmonton
- Currently attending post-secondary school and will be returning full-time in the fall
- Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills
- Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledgeable in computer use and able to learn new software as needed
- Good writing skills and facility with the English language
- Familiarity with digital content creation
Employment Terms:
Hours: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, for 14 week term commencing in early May. Periodic evening and weekend hours are required.
Salary: $19.50 per hour
Office Location: Percy Page Centre, 11759 Groat Road NW, Edmonton, AB. Work from home is permitted for the majority of the position, with occasional tasks in the office and on-site work at events.
Application instructions: Please submit a cover letter and resume to mail@writersguild.ca. Please include “Summer Program Assistant Application” in your subject line.
Application Deadline: April 12, 2024
The WGA believes in supporting diversity and equity in hiring best practices. We support actions to advance diversity and equity in the organization.
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.