Full-Time, Permanent • 35 hours/week • Monday–Friday, 10 AM–5 PM (some evenings and weekends required)
About the Role
Artbeat Studio is looking for someone who believes in the transformative power of art — someone who brings genuine compassion for mental health, a deep respect for humanity, and a passion for community-building to everything they do.
This is a dream job for someone who needs art in their life every single day. Someone who finds deep meaning in supporting community members and wants to be paid to do what they love.
The Studio Facilitator is the heart of our Artists-in-Residency (AiR) program, based on Floors 4– 6, 62 Albert Street. This is a self-directed, peer-supported program, and we are looking for a facilitator who comes with their own vision. As part of your application, we invite you to share a short proposal for how you would approach and shape the program (this is optional).
We want to hear your ideas.
The Studio Facilitator reports directly to the Executive Director of Artbeat Studio Inc.
What We’re Looking For
Beyond credentials, we’re looking for a person who:
- Is passionate about the arts and their role in mental health and community wellbeing
- Leads with compassion and genuine care for participants
- Is self-directed, creative, and comfortable holding space for others
- Brings strong administrative skills alongside their human ones
- Has experience working in or alongside mental health environments
Core Competencies
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Communication
- Problem Solving and Judgement
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Initiative and Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Personal and Professional Accountability
Skills Specific to This Role
- Facilitation skills and experience
- Mental health awareness and experience
- Artistic experience and knowledge
- Participant support
- Ability to follow through and get things done
Responsibilities
Program Operations
- Daily supervision and facilitation of the Artists-in-Residence program
- Create and maintain a schedule that supports participating artists
- Maintain open, ongoing communication among program participants
- Ensure all artists are aware of and uphold studio expectations (as per Artist’s Agreement and Artbeat Studio Policies)
- Provide technical support and hands-on project facilitation
- Encourage and support artists and alumni volunteers
- Work with each artist to set goals, build an artist profile, and check in regularly on their progress
- Support artists in implementing their goals
- Facilitate opportunities for self-promotion and positive public relations
- Lead professional and community development meetings and critiques
- Oversee professional development through studio and gallery tours
- Support artists’ practicum experience at our drop-in arts centre, Studio Central
- Review and respond to participants’ Process Journals
- Maintain a current work log
Exhibitions
- Curate, hang, and label 2 biannual exhibitions, 8 First Friday shows, and solo shows throughout the year
- Assist in coordinating outreach, fundraising, and exhibition events
Intake
- Support the intake process by getting to know prospective participants before they join
- Participate as a member of the intake selection team for new groups
Administration
- Maintain daily open communication with the Executive Director regarding participant concerns or conflicts
- Attend regular all-staff meetings twice a week via Zoom (Mondays and Thursdays, on-site)
- Submit a monthly board report
- Hold keys for access to the studio and storage spaces; contribute to security procedures for property and personnel
- Ensure cleaning and studio supplies are stocked, secured, and available
- Conduct daily checks of the studio for cleanliness and safety hazards
- Help maintain a safe, healthy studio environment for everyone
Hours & Compensation
This is a full-time, permanent position. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (35 hours/week). Some evening and weekend work is required for exhibitions and events.
Salary
$35,000–$40,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package available after 6 months of employment, with premiums shared 50/50 between the employee and Artbeat Studio
- RRSP enrollment after 2 years of employment
- Vacation is earned over your first year of employment and scheduled during program breaks — typically late December/early January and late June/early July — in keeping with Manitoba Employment Standards
Our Hiring Process
We’re excited to get to know you beyond a resume. Here’s how the process will unfold:
- Apply: Submit your application by June 24th, 2026, by 5:00 PM
- Informational Walking Tour: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a guided walking tour of our three spaces — Artbeat Studio, Studio Central, and Upbeat — to see the community and programs in action on June 30th, at 11:30 AM
- Formal Interview: Candidates selected from the tour will be invited for a formal interview.
How to Apply
Please email your resume, cover letter, and an optional short proposal outlining your vision for the Artists-in-Residence program to:
Please use the subject line:
“Application – Artists-in-Residence Studio Facilitator”
Application Deadline: June 24th, 2026 by 5 PM
We value lived experience and community knowledge as much as formal credentials. We encourage applications from artists, community members, and those with non-traditional backgrounds.
Artbeat Studio Inc. is committed to an inclusive and equitable hiring process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for the next stage of the process will be contacted.