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Call for Proposals:  Waterfront Public Art: Children's Art  - Prince Arthur's Landing (Thunder Bay, ON Canada)


The City of Thunder Bay is presently undertaking a series of initiatives that will assist in the revitalization of the shoreline along Lake Superior, including the redevelopment of the Marina Park as a mixed-use village with expanded park areas and activities. The site of the children's play area is intended to be a gateway to the future Pond Pavilion and Children's Boating Area. Construction at Prince Arthur's Landing is expected to be substantially complete by Fall 2011.

Canadian Artists and Artist-led teams are invited to submit Expressions of Interest to create site specific artwork for a Children's Garden. The art installations should be inviting, interactive, playful and should spark children's imaginations, while remaining relevant to adults and other park visitors.

Guiding theme: Interactive creatures to play with.
Project budget: $95,600, all inclusive. 
Site Visit: Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the wooden sign marking the main entrance to Marina Park. Take the Marina Park overpass, via the intersection of Cumberland and Water Streets. Turn left onto Marina Park Drive. Park near the Skate Park/BMX Plaza. 
Deadline:  Wednesday, June 15 , 2011 at 4:00 pm 

Visit the City's Public Art webpage for details, to access the submission document, and to view other upcoming Calls to Artists:http://www.thunderbay.ca/calltoartists

Contact: Reana Mussato - Public Art Coordinator
Ph. (807) 625-2365   Email: rmussato@thunderbay.ca


Opportunity: Youth Mural Artists  - 4 positions (Toronto ON) 


Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood & Community Health Centre (DPNCHC) is a multi-service community agency providing programs and services from early years to adults and primary health care to a diverse range of participants within a community development and health promotion perspective.  The MuralXpress Artist will work with the Youth Program Worker and other staff team members to operate a community-based initiative that designs and produces murals and other art projects at sites throughout the community.
 
Abbreviated Responsibilities:Participate in a constructive, collaborative and cooperative manner within the staff team in the planning and implementation of project activities including mural art/design/production, and facilitation of community projects
Plan and implement community outreach, marketing, and customer service
Maintain cooperative team interaction and collaborative decision-making processes 
Purchase and maintain supplies and equipment and attend to the maintenance of project site (health and safety, organization, cleanliness)
Prepare and maintain required files and records (time sheets, work plans, contracts etc.)
Attend and actively participate in staff training, team meetings and project and team evaluations
Assist in providing direction and support to youth assistants and other volunteers


Qualifications:Must have been a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to full-time studies in the next academic year and be between the ages of 16 and 24
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a part of a team and independently; must be creative, enthusiastic and  energetic 
Minimum 1 year of education, training or equivalent experience in the Visual Arts (drawing, painting, design, etc.)
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills 
Good English skills (written and oral) 
Experience with, or knowledge of, mural design and production
Business skills (marketing, public relations) and Computer/graphic design skills are an asset
Volunteer or work experience facilitating arts activities with children/youth is an asset
Interest in acquiring skills related to community engagement, self-employment/business 
Ability to speak a second language is an asset 
Drivers license and vehicle is an asset
Living in the Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood & CHC’s catchment is an asset 
 
Contract/Hours: June 13– August 19, 2011; Monday to Friday (30 hours per week)


Hourly Salary: $10.50 plus statutory benefits 
Application Deadline: May 24, 2011


Submit resume to: Director, HR & Operations at: hire@dpnchc.ca or mail to :  1900 Davenport Road, Toronto, ON M6N 1B7



Opportunity: Mural Project Coordinator - Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre/PARC (Toronto ON)


To oversee the completion of designated mural projects in the Eastview/PARC neighbourhoods. To oversee the hiring, orientation and training of all youth participants. To participate in the selection, orientation and training of the (1) Youth Leaders. To provide guidance and leadership of the two youth leaders.


Major Responsibilities:- Oversee the completion of designated mural projects.
- In conjunction with Project Supervisors secure mural sites.
- Participate in the selection of the Youth Leader.
- Oversee the selection of youth participants
- In conjunction with Project Supervisors ensure that the Youth Leader is documented and has a current criminal reference check.
- Oversee the training and orientation of the Youth Leader (1) and youth participants (8).
- Meet with the (1) Youth Leader each morning to check-in and more formally on a weekly basis.
- Coordinate employment training workshops for youth participants
- Report and record immediately to project supervisors any behaviour that may be detrimental to the mural project participants and/or to the completion of the project.
- Initially respond to and document any community complaints and report to Project Supervisors for advice and follow-up.
- Responsible for the purchasing of all paint supplies
- Responsible for writing the final report and submitting it within the specified timeline.
- Ensure the participants work in accordance with the work place health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.


Qualifications - Education/Experience- Previous youth & group work experience
- Some background in Art and Design whether through education or experience.
- Experience and expertise in managing and completing projects on a large scale including concept, design and painting.
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrated ability in planning,implementing and evaluating programs 
- Able to form appropriate relationships with youth in the care of CAS
- Knowledge of working with paint


Salary Range: 35 hours/week @ $17.42/hour


General Information: Dates & Hours: Monday to Friday June 13, 2011 to Sept. 2, 2011, inclusive.


Deadline: May 30, 2011 (This position is available pending funding.)
 


Submit resume and covering letter to: Sheryl Lamkey at PARC 416 462 -1010 X 29, 469 Pape Avenue, Toronto or email:slamkey@torontocas.ca
or Anthony Fagan at Eastview Centre 86 Blake Street, Toronto. Fax:416 392 1175


Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre is an equal opportuniy employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.This agency requires Criminal Record Checks.