About Lakeshore Arts

Lakeshore Arts is a not-for-profit community arts organization that is dedicated to engaging the local communities of Etobicoke through a variety of art forms as a way of enriching people’s lives and strengthening communities. We believe community arts contribute to the holistic health of a community, and offer unique and innovative opportunities to engage in positive social change by connecting people to the arts. LSA values equity, diversity, inclusion, transparency and respect. 

Job Description

The successful applicant will assist with the planning and execution of Lakeshore Arts’ Summer events, in collaboration with the other staff members. The Event Planning Coordinator will have the opportunity to hone their skills in outreach by representing Lakeshore Arts in different communities and public settings, and with different stakeholders. They will also support the development of a creative and inclusive community-building and fundraising event. They will gain experience and practice in project budgeting, communications, meeting facilitation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for the Event Planning Coordinator will include creating and tracking a project management matrix and considering all aspects of event planning from beginning to end. The successful applicant will be tasked with creating to-do lists, sourcing supplies, writing correspondences, communicating goals, assisting in sponsorship applications, managing invitation lists, updating project budgets, assisting with the creation of marketing materials, engaging with vendors and evaluating events. The employee will attend weekly project and all-staff meetings, and will receive mentorship from the Executive Director of Lakeshore Arts.

Qualifications

• Be 15 to 30 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada.

• Some education or professional experiences in a related discipline (Hospitality, Event Management, Project Management, Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, etc.). 

• Familiarity with, or a passion for, arts and culture. 

• A strong understanding of equity, diversity, accessibility, inclusion, and anti-oppression frameworks, and a willingness to learn more.

• Ability to organize workflow and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated strong organizational skills.

• Experience working collaboratively, and the willingness to adapt and learn new skills.

• Demonstrated strong communication skills.

• Proficiency in Mac operating systems and Google Suite.

• Ability to work from home (access to the internet). A laptop with necessary programs and software will be provided for applicants within the Greater Toronto Area. 

• Availability to work some evenings and Saturdays.  

Why Join Us

We are a team of passionate community arts professionals, driven by our mission to develop transformative and socially engaged community arts programming. As a team we value creative thinking, collaboration and believe in supporting one another. We are committed to the health and well-being of our staff, volunteers and program participants. We also value learning and encourage ongoing professional development, network building and mentorship opportunities.

Additional Info

We know an effective organization and workplace culture is developed through mutual respect and believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are crucial to our shared success. LSA is an equal opportunity employer and we approach hiring practices through an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, equity lens and pledge to: include a salary range or rate of pay in job postings when possible, provide transparency in hiring timeline and dates, offer an opportunity for feedback for candidates who attend interviews, make any accommodations possible during the recruitment and hiring process and continually make improvements to break down barriers to employment.

Please note, our office is in a second story walk-up that is not wheelchair accessible or may be difficult to navigate for those with mobility limitations. Although this position will be hybrid (in-person and remote work online) there will be dates where it is mandatory to work in-person, if government, health & safety directives and recommendations allow for this.

LSA is located in Etobicoke/Adobigok (Place of the Alders in the Ojibwe language). This territory was subject of the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant and we are grateful to have the opportunity to live and work in this territory alongside many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island.

For more information about Lakeshore Arts, please visit our website: www.lakeshorearts.ca