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OPPORTUNITIES

Contemporary Calgary's mission is to provide Calgary and its visitors with a significant visual arts destination dedicated to modern and contemporary art. Contemporary Calgary shares a passion for art that is relevant, meaningful and challenging. We believe in the power of art to transform the places and the lives we live. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness.

 

JOB OPPORTUNITIES


Event Staff

Contemporary Calgary is seeking a casual/part-time Event Staff.

Contemporary Calgary is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, respectful and inclusive environment, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates for this position.

Please apply with a cover letter and resume in PDF format to careers@contemporarycalgary.com.

Subject Line: Event Staff


OPEN CALL—Ksahkomiitapiiks 2024-2025

Ksahkomiitapiiks is an annual residency of dynamic public programs and responsive artworks that interrogate and nurture our relationships with the land. This series is an introspection on our ever-evolving languages and ordinance of how we choose to honour the land we occupy, as well as our ancestral custodians.

Eligibility:

  • Early to mid-career Niitsitapi artists working and creating on Blackfoot land are encouraged to apply.

  • Artists working across all media, including (but not limited to) painting, sculpture, image-making, installation, film, video, sound, text, performance, and other time-based forms are eligible to apply.

  • Independent artists, artist collectives and collaborations are welcome to apply

Please send your submission documents to curatorial@contemporarycalgary.com.

Subject Line: Open Call - Ksahkomiitapiiks 2024-2025

Application Deadline: April 30, 2024


CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS—LOOK: THE DADA BALL

We are looking for a variety of enthusiastic volunteers with different levels of expertise and experience to support the delivery of LOOK: THE DADA BALL. Inspired by the Dada art movement, the night will be a mind-stretching pastiche of captivating entertainment, fashion, art experiences and one of the most coveted art auctions in the country. 

This unique volunteer opportunity provides invaluable experience of working on a major arts event that welcomes local and international artists, curators, gallerists, art dealers, collectors and more! 

Contemporary Calgary will provide an excellent volunteer experience and the training and support required. All volunteers will receive access to the LOOK afterparty, a free 1-year Membership and more!

All those interested in the arts and/or events and hospitality are encouraged to apply.

Application deadline: April 25, 2024