Job Description

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR (INTERNAL) REGULAR FULL-TIME (35 hours per week)

ART + AUDIENCE + LEARNING Are you energized by the idea of working in Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading art museum, surrounded by great art, award-winning programs and big ideas? Would you thrive working with colleagues who are leaders in their field, from a variety of professional backgrounds? Do you believe art has the power to spark conversation, create community and change lives? Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario (\xe2\x80\x9cthe AGO\xe2\x80\x9d) is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a collection of close to 100,000 works. Through the collection as well as collaborations with leading museums around the world, the AGO presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs to approximately 1 million visitors annually.

We are currently seeking a Regular Full-time, Communications Coordinator to join our Communications & Brand team. Under the direction of the Manager, Communications, the incumbent will champion the AGO\xe2\x80\x99s brand and tone of voice both internally and externally. Contributes to, implements and coordinates mission-aligned internal communications strategies that foster strong staff and volunteer engagement. Contributes to strategic editorial content initiatives designed to position, promote and build the public profile of the Gallery. Interested so far? Learn more about why AGO would be a great fit below. The Gallery continually strives to create a safe and inclusive workplace. We offer diversity and inclusion training to our staff and volunteers so they can continually learn and contribute to fostering a supportive environment where people feel comfortable to come to work as they are. The mental health of our employees is also very important to us. We offer our employees programs that support wellness and enhance the job experience. If our employees need assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to them. The Gallery also takes part in the city and province\xe2\x80\x99s reciprocal benefits program, allowing our employees access to city and province discounts. What are the benefits and highlights of working at the AGO?

• Competitive salary
• Discounts from the Provincial/City Reciprocal Agreements (Free admission to museums, the CN Tower & Discounts off amusement parks, city attractions, hotels, wine tours, Second City, the Ontario Science Centre, and much more!)
• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO

If this sounds like an opportunity you are looking for, apply now!

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

• 3-5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in Communications, Publishing/Editing or Journalism
• Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written)
• Superior editing and creative writing skills; skilled in translating complex information into inclusive, welcoming, smart and accessible language
• Event planning and organizational skills
• Familiar with best practices in internal communications including how to engage staff and volunteers
• Familiar with best practices in e-publication and e-newsletter writing
• Ability to work quickly and effectively under tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritize projects
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, diplomacy and ability to work collaboratively and effectively
• Well-developed tracking skills and persistence in completion of tasks
• Working knowledge of computer and web page content management
• Well-developed research skills
• Knowledge of arts and cultural sector an asset, as is experience working in a not-for-profit organization

We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of our visitors to apply by submitting a tailored cover letter and CV. If you would prefer to submit your application in person, please leave it with our Shipping Dock addressed to the People Division which is located next to our Jackman Hall entrance on McCaul street. The hours are you able to drop off your application are 8:30AM until 4:00PM Monday-Friday. We thank all applicants but must advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act & the AGO\xe2\x80\x99s Recruitment & Selection Policy for Staff, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process. The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.