Job Description
Position:
Artist Program Facilitator works with the DAG team to facilitate gallery programming, kids summer camp and gallery administration.
Timeline:
Full-time summer student employment
8 Weeks (35 hours per week) *Some evenings and weekends required.
Compensation: $20/hour
Start Date: June 29, 2026 * start date negotiable
Duration: 8 weeks
To apply:
Send your cover letter and resume to: info@durhamartgallery.com by
May 15, 2026 at 6:00pm.
Join our immersive summer mentorship program for emerging arts professionals! Work directly with youth, children, and seniors through workshops, camps, and community arts programs. Collaborate with DAG staff on arts programming, exhibitions, and events while gaining hands-on experience with digital tools, AI, accessibility software, and arts administration. Receive mentorship, develop leadership skills, and build a professional portfolio in a supportive, inclusive environment. Applicants from all backgrounds encouraged, especially those from underrepresented groups. Contribute to high-impact community arts programs and launch your career in the arts.
Kickstart your arts career with the Durham Art Gallery Summer Experience Program! Work hands-on with youth, seniors, and community programs, while gaining mentorship and real-world experience in arts administration, digital tools, and creative programming. Build your skills, portfolio, and professional network in a supportive, inclusive environment. Open to emerging arts professionals from all backgrounds—make an impact in your community this summer!
Who Should Apply:
Emerging arts professionals from all backgrounds, including students or recent graduates in visual arts, arts administration, museum studies, design, theatre, dance, or related creative fields. DAG encourages applicants from marginalized and underrepresented groups.
These employment opportunities are funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program and in order to be eligible for the positions, candidates must:
• Be between the ages of 15-30 at the start of the position.
• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.
• Have a valid SIN.
International students, and those who are here in Canada on a work, youth, or visitor visa/permit are not eligible for the program.
The ideal candidates will have the following skills/experience:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working with children or facilitating children’s programs
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Creative problem-solver
• Visual or new-media art experience or interest
• Adaptable with the ability to think critically and creatively
Preference for candidates with:
• Some post-secondary education in visual arts, art history, arts-administration or art education.
• Interested in developing their arts practice at the gallery.
Key Responsibilities:
• Engage directly with youth, children, and seniors through the facilitation of workshops, camps, and community programs.
• Collaborate with DAG staff on arts program design, implementation, and facilitation, including exhibitions and public events.
• Gain hands-on experience with digital tools, and arts administration tasks such as budgeting and planning.
• Contribute to a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace, supporting reconciliation, equity, and accessibility initiatives.
• Build transferable skills and a professional track record in the arts sector, preparing for careers in curatorial studies, contemporary art, design, theatre, museum studies, arts management, and related fields.
Note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted and we thank all applicants for their interest.
