@ the MacKenzie

Communications

Employment Opportunity

Who We Are
The MacKenzie Art Gallery is a not-for-profit, dynamic community resource with outstanding exhibitions and compelling programs. At the MacKenzie Art Gallery we are passionate believers that art matters. Through our many exhibitions and programs, we invite everyone to get connected and, above all, enjoy!

Who You Are
- Creative. You will work closely with our creative and dedicated staff of professionals and we want you to fit in. You will oversee all of the communications activities of the Gallery.
- Innovative. You have the ability to keep your eye on the big picture while monitoring all communications going out the door. You are able to develop, implement and administer Gallery communication services including marketing and promotional activities, media relations and print production. You must enjoy and have experience with developing and maintaining marketing and promotional activities through the web site and web 2.0 initiatives.
- Strategic. You have the ability to develop and monitor multi-year communication strategies and goals. You have the desire and ability to create opportunities to raise awareness of the MacKenzie. You are able to present information in a clear, understandable and grammatically correct manner.
- Client focused. You are comfortable talking and working with media partners, colleagues in the tourism industry and other arts and culture organizations.
- Organized. You are skillful with planning, monitoring, maintaining and evaluating your work.
- Enthusiastic. You seek an inspiring organization and work environment.

Qualifications
- at least two years of direct experience in a communications position along with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related field;
- have the need to thrive in a fast-paced environment, where independent action and a high degree of initiative is necessary;
- positive, team-player attitude, as well as a sense of humour;
- be fluid with change, have the unique ability to anticipate needs, and know when to act on them;
- take pride in your work;
- be computer literate – Microsoft Office products, InDesign, PhotoShop, web site, web 2.0.;
- demonstrated writing and editing accomplishments;
- demonstrated design and layout accomplishments;
- demonstrated organizational and project management skills;
- experience working with the public and communications partners.

Other Information
Our staff members are good at what they do. It's that simple. It's part of what makes the MacKenzie a nationally recognized Gallery. Our staff members are critical to our success. We offer competitive compensation and a dynamic, challenging culture that encourages individual excellence and teamwork. Here’s what we can offer you:
- A permanent, full-time position, 37.5 hours per week
- Great pay scale of $48,104 per annum
- A supportive, positive, humourous, passionate, and fun work environment;
- A workplace where our staff are self-motivated and take initiative and work with effective communication;
- Flexibility;
- Recognition with accomplishments celebrated;
- A proactive and creative environment;
- Continuous learning, training and development;
- An opportunity to be involved in the amazing programs and events of the MacKenzie;
- Staff get-togethers like bar-b-q’s, great staff parties;
- Yoga classes;
- Group Insurance Plan, Dental Plan, Pension Plan, and Extended Health Benefits;
- Vacation. Ah-h-h, vacation! You'll earn 15 days of vacation in your first year at the MacKenzie. Then you’ll earn 20 days of vacation a year until you’ve worked here for five years. After five years, it just keeps getting better;
- We know your life outside of work is important. We want you to enjoy that and so we give you one extra day every month to do those important things for your family, education, personal goals and the community;
AND
- A beautiful view of one of the best green spaces in Regina, Wascana Park.

How to Apply
Applications should be submitted no later than June 11, 2009, 4:30 p.m., to:
Gaynor Novak, Manager - Administration
MacKenzie Art Gallery, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK S4S 6X6
306-584-4266 phone
306-569-8191 fax
mackenzie.hr@uregina.ca

*Successful candidate must submit a satisfactory criminal record check prior to employment.
Please include in the subject line of email applications "Communications".
Information about the MacKenzie Art Gallery can be found online at www.mackenzieartgallery.ca