Alberta Foundation for the Arts Recruiting New Board Members

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) acts as the Government of Alberta's arts funding agency. We are currently accepting applications to fill vacancies on the Board of Directors. This recruitment will focus on Calgary and area. 

The AFA Board is responsible for policy and funding decisions concerning the support of Alberta artists and arts organizations. The AFA Board oversees AFA programming and operations that support the implementation of the AFA Strategic Plan. This includes the review and approval of all arts grants, awards and the acquisition of original works of art for the AFA art collection. Applicants should have knowledge and experience in board governance and process. Applicants should also have a background of involvement in the arts as a volunteer, an artist, an arts administrator or in some other professional field of endeavour in Alberta's arts sector. Excellent communication skills are required and experience in policy and program development, financial management and committee leadership would be beneficial. 

Appointment of each member of the AFA Board is typically for a fixed term of up to three years, with the potential for reappointment based on satisfactory performance. Individuals who are Alberta residents may apply for appointment to the AFA Board or may be nominated by another individual, group or organization. Applicants are expected to provide complete resumes including the names of three references. 

Online applications are preferred. To apply online, please visit https://www.jobs.alberta.ca/. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants who apply online will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of their application.

Read more at http://www.affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/Arts-Opportunities/Alberta-Foundation-for-the-Arts-Recruiting-New-Board-Members

Beacon Original Art Call for Submissions

Beacon Original Art is holding it’s annual Fall Art Exhibition and Sale on Saturday October 18, 2014 at the Bridgeland-Riverside Community Centre. 

Since 2009, we have been providing a professional space in Calgary for emerging and professional artists to sell their art works. 

We encourage all painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic, jewelry and fabric artists to apply to participate in our art show.  

Next Exhibition and Sale: Saturday October 18, 2014 
Submission Deadline for this Event: Saturday September 6, 2014 
For further details please visit our website Beacon Original Art - Submissions

Read more at http://www.affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/Arts-Opportunities/Beacon-Original-Art-Call-for-Submissions

Funding Available for Filmmakers!

In order to foster equality and promote diversity, CSIF offers various non-cash funding opportunities to filmmakers at any career level. Our production funds provide successful applicants with membership, access to equipment and facilities, as well as workshops. 

Download the Full Guidelines (PDF, 140KB) and the Application Form (PDF, 320KB) 


Cultural Equity Production Fund: 
One grant will be awarded bi-annually. Awarding 2 grants per year. 
Deadlines: August 1, March 1 

The Cultural Equity Fund is a production support program that provides opportunities for minority artists to express themselves creatively through the medium of film/video. 

Each successful Applicant receives: 

• A one-year producing membership 
• Up to $1,000 in access to CSIF equipment and facilities
• Up to $250 credit towards a CSIF workshop 

Aboriginal Voices Production Fund: 
One grant will be awarded bi-annually, Awarding 2 grants per year. 

Deadlines: August 1, March 1 

The Aboriginal Voices Production Fund is a production support program for First Nations, Metis and Inuit artists who wish to express themselves creatively through the medium of film/video. 

Each successful applicant receives: 

• A one-year producing membership 
• Up to $1,000 in access to CSIF equipment and facilities 
• Up to $250 credit towards a CSIF workshop 

LGBT Production Fund: 
One grant will be awarded bi-annually. Awarding 2 grants per year. 

Deadlines: August 1, March 1 

The LGBT Production support fund is for LGBTTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, two-spirited and questioning) artists, who wish to express themselves creatively through the medium of film/video. Must be an emerging filmmaker. 

Each Successful applicant receives: 

• A one-year producing membership 
• Up to $1,000 in access to CSIF equipment and facilities 
• Up to $250 credit towards a CSIF workshop 

Tickets to Calgary’s Fairy Tales Festival Fish Fund Production Fund:
One grant will be awarded bi-annually. Awarding 2 grants per year 

Deadlines: August 1, March 1 

The Fish Fund is CSIF’s longstanding short-film production incentive program designed to help developing independent filmmakers produce their film/video by providing technical services and support. Applicants may be at any stage of their careers: emerging, mid-career or established. Each Successful applicant receives: Up to $2,000 in access to CSIF equipment and facilities

Read more at http://www.affta.ab.ca/Arts-In-Alberta/Arts-Opportunities/CSIF-Production-Access-Fund

Job Opportunity with the Glenbow Museum

The Glenbow Museum is seeking a Membership Coordinator to join their team! The Glenbow Museum is an art and history museum located in Calgary, Alberta. You can learn more about the museum by visiting their website.

Position Details:

Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is responsible for the development, 
implementation/management & evaluation of an effective membership relations/stewardship 
program for members at all levels. This is achieved by providing the highest level of service and stewardship for members; developing customized stewardship plans and reports; and providing meaningful and consistent donor communication that creates awareness of Glenbow’s core activities and recognizes each stakeholder’s unique involvement/motivation for supporting Glenbow Museum. This position will also be responsible for providing some administrative support to the VP of Development and the other members of the development team providing timely assistance for all fundraising and revenue generation activities. 

For more information about this position, please  click here. The deadline to apply is Thursday, May 29, 2014. 

Vitalize 2014- June 5 to 7, 2014 in Calgary

Registration is now open for Vitalize 2014 - secure your spot today!

Vitalize is the premier training and skills development conference for the nonprofit/voluntary sector in Alberta. Vitalize returns to Calgary in 2014 with phenomenal keynote speakers, a fun-filled evening gala and engaging speaker sessions covering topics such as:

• fundraising
• volunteer management
• leadership
• stress management

Vitalize 2014 offers over 55 speaker sessions, arranged according to seven themes:

• Creative Community
• Organizational Capacity Development
• Leadership
• Human Resources
• Communication
• Technology
• Recharge Your Power
• Social Enterprise

Browse this year's speaker sessions. Choose sessions that match your interests and personal and professional development goals before registering for Vitalize 2014.