Arts Job Board

Culture and Events Assistant (Loyalist Township)
Remuneration: $20.02/hourly
Deadline: 25 January 2026

Loyalist Township is now accepting applications for the summer Culture and Events Assistant. This summer position will work directly with the Heritage, Culture and Tourism Division to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of community events and heritage programs across the Township. The successful candidate will contribute to a wide-range of community events held throughout the summer, support heritage site activations at three Township-owned historic sites, as well as assist with implementing activations at the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space. Responsibilities may include event setup/clean up and support, program delivery, audience engagement, site interpretation, data collection and tracking, and marketing supports. The successful student will gain valuable hands-on experience in event operations, community engagement, and the heritage, culture, and tourism sector.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

  • Currently enrolled in post-secondary education or a recent graduate in a field related to: History, Museum Studies, Education, Marketing, Communication, Tourism.
  • Interested in history, community development, tourism, and culture.
  • Strong research, analytical and communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently on specific tasks.
  • Excellent customer service and ability to interact with visitors.
  • Experience volunteering or working in the museum, events, tourism and culture field will be considered an asset.
  • Valid Class G2 drivers license with a satisfactory driving record and access to reliable transportation.

Note: This position is subject to eligibility criteria adjustments in the event grant funding is secured.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The student will assist with:

  • Supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of Township-hosted community events and heritage activations, including logistics such as set-up, clean-up, and on-site assistance.
  • Assisting with activations at three Township-owned historic sites and the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space, including providing supports and additional coverage during peak times.
  • Engaging with visitors and providing interpretation about local history, heritage sites, and cultural initiatives.
  • Tracking and documenting participation, attendance, and visitor feedback at all summer events and activations.
  • Supporting the marketing and promotion of the summer events and activations.
  • Other duties as assigned

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Graphic Designer (Frontline Systems Inc.)
Remuneration: $50,000 - $60,000/anually
Deadline: 31 January 2026

Frontline Systems is seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing visually compelling designs that align with brand strategies and marketing goals. This role involves working on a variety of digital and print projects. The Graphic Designer will collaborate closely with marketing and sales teams to produce engaging content and collateral that resonates with target audiences and enhances overall brand presence.

Duties

  • Design and develop engaging visual content across digital platforms, including websites, social media, and email campaigns.
  • Design and create a wide range of catalogues, flyers, sell sheets, and booklets - often in accordance with our client's brand guidelines
  • Administrate and update Company Marketing Activity Calendar/Schedule
  • Facilitate basic photography and video for marketing use – shooting, editing and publishing, including producing motion graphics and animations to support marketing videos and presentations where possible.
  • Develop logos, branding elements, and visual assets as required, and that reflect the company's identity.
  • Write clean, efficient HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code to implement designs on WordPress sites or other web platforms.
  • Collaborate with sales teams to develop creative concepts for campaigns and promotional materials.
  • Maintain consistency in style, typography, and branding across all projects using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
  • Prepare presentations and visual assets for client meetings or internal reviews.
  • Other marketing, admin, and business tasks as required.

Experience

  • Proven experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress development is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of typography principles and visual design best practices.
  • Experience with marketing campaigns and creating assets optimized for various digital channels.
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate ideas clearly to clients or team members.
  • Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines is a plus.

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Marketing Assistant (Kingston Destination Group)
Remuneration: $24.00/hourly
Deadline: 1 February 2026

Part-time, contract position (up to 25 hrs/week, some weekends required) from February to October, 2026. This is an in person role; candidates must be based in Kingston, Ontario during the employment period.
Details:
As the Marketing Assistant you will support the Marketing team in promoting these visitor experiences by creating engaging content, executing marketing campaigns, and bringing our story to life across platforms. This role requires a mix of creative and technical marketing skills and is suited for someone who enjoys a balance of desk-based (writing, editing, graphic design) and hands-on (capturing content, engaging with partners, participating in events) work. Experience and/or demonstrated ability in photography, videography, graphic design and editing will be prioritized. You may also be required to participate in other office tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Positive attitude and creative approach.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Comfortable working in person shifts in an open-office setting.
  • Organized with ability to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
  • Experience shooting, exporting, uploading and editing digital photo and video content.
  • Confident utilizing and optimizing scheduling tools (e.g. Hootsuite).
  • Knowledge of WordPress or other website content management systems. (Basic understanding of HTML is an asset)
  • Experience with Google Ads, Google Analytics, Facebook Ads Manager.
  • Knowledge of emerging marketing tools, trends and technologies.
  • Passion for guest/experience-driven storytelling.
  • Recent graduate or currently enrolled in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Marketing Communications team with execution of marketing activities (digital, print, social media, paid ads, activations).
  • Support KDG departments with collateral and communications, ensuring content aligns with brand, core values and voice.
  • Develop and schedule creative content for use across social media platforms and email campaigns. Use UGC and social listening tools.
  • Capture and curate visual assets. Shoot, export, upload and edit photo and video content, maintaining an organized media library.
  • Assist with graphic design tasks and needs including the development of brochures, posters, and other pieces using Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Assist with developing content for digital advertising (e.g. Google, Facebook, YouTube) and traditional advertising (e.g. TV Billboards) channels.
  • Monitor and maintain brand digital presence using internal and external CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress). Routinely update company-owned websites, external event listings and tourism partner pages.
  • Participate in tourism events and activations, assisting with setup and teardown, managing the booth and coordinating promotional materials throughout the event.
  • When necessary, assist with office operations.

Onboard: Tour Guide (Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises & Trolleys)
Remuneration: $19.05/hourly
Deadline: 8 April 2026

Job Description: As a Tour Guide you will contribute to an outstanding guest experience at Kingston Destination Group: as part of the Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises/Kingston Trolley Tours team. Tour Guides are responsible for developing a unique story telling experience and must work both independently and as part of a team on board our vessels/vehicles.

Qualifications:

  • Positive attitude and approach.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
  • Strong verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficiency in other languages is an asset.
  • The ability to perform in front of and engage the audience routinely.
  • Background in or passion for history is an asset.
  • Background/experience in theatre is an asset.

Responsibilities:

  • Memorize a written script and continuously evolve storytelling technique.
  • Develop and continually improve skills as a storyteller, conveying rich, engaging oral stories.
  • Learn and convey detailed and accurate information about Kingston, including the city’s history, attractions and current events.
  • Supplement live music with additional information delivered via a headset microphone.
  • Use electronic communications and audio equipment, including sound levels on board and other computerized equipment.
  • Interact with guests from all over the world, anticipating their needs and ensuring they have the best experience possible in our destination.

As we head into Fall, this role will expand to assist Kingston Trolley Tours with the 'Ghost & Mystery' storytelling experience. Casual, contract position, offering up to 15 hours/per week. Weekend availability/evening shifts required.

Responsibilities:

  • Dress up in costume/act out a character: one of Kingston's famous ghostly figures.
  • Ensure a safe and entertaining experience onboard at all times.
  • Work outside in various weather conditions

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School Photographer (Edge Imaging)
Remuneration: $19.00 - $21.00/hourly
Deadline: Until Filled

The school photographer will travel to various schools to conduct school photo day sessions. The photographer will be required to photograph both children and adults. The successful candidate must be a motivated individual who is enthusiastic about photography and is customer service oriented.

What you will focus on

  • Photograph a variety of subjects both children and adults individually or in groups
  • Setup and break down professional photography equipment
  • Coordinate the photo session day at the school to ensure an efficient day
  • Address a variety of school administrator, teacher and students’ requests
  • Training to become a professional photographer will be provided
  • Other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:

  • Photography experience not required, but preferred
  • Strong customer focus and organization skills
  • Ability to deal with multiple and changing priorities
  • Experience working with children is an asset
  • Experience working in retail and customer service is an asset
  • Successful candidates require reliable car with the ability to carry professional photographic equipment. A valid driver’s license and car insurance is required
  • As this position involves working with children in a school setting, the successful applicants must pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
    Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

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Choir Teaching Artist - Part Time (Sistema Kingston)
Remuneration: $30 - $35/hourly
Deadline: Until Filled

Sistema Kingston is seeking an energetic and engaging Choir Teaching Artist to join our Saint Thomas More School team in January 2026 to finish out the year, leading up to their year end concert on May 14th at the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts. You will focus on singing and vocal skill development with students in grades 2-6, sometimes in small groups (7-11), and sometimes in “tutti choir” (approx. 25-30). Preparation begins January 5th, and work with students begins on January 12th.

On-site hours are Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:30pm. While Sistema is looking for someone who can join the team for 4 days/week in the long run, they are open to discussion about 3 or 2 days/week for the perfect candidate! Contracts are renewed annually, with possibility of renewal for the 2026-27 year.

DETAILS

The Choir Teaching Artist will be a lively musician/educator whose specialization is Vocal and General Music. They will work collaboratively in a team environment. Activities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Music Teaching: teach groups of children in 40-minute learning blocks (2 per day) using a student-centered and fun pedagogical approach focusing on proper vocal development, pitch matching, music fundamentals and beginner vocal harmonies (when appropriate).
  • Prepare lesson plans to align with curriculum, learning priorities, timelines and concert goals.
  • Make music arrangements and prepare parts as needed. The remaining site time will be in support of other Teaching Artists and program needs.
  • Communications: maintain clear communication with the site team, ensure any schedule changes or pertinent information is communicated in a timely manner to the relevant people.
  • Classroom support: provide support for other teaching artists, students, B.Ed placement students and volunteers; mentor/supervise students in all contexts during Sistema Kingston program hours and performances including snacks and break times; model the principles and philosophy of Sistema Kingston in all activities
  • Attend regular Sistema Kingston team meetings
  • Space: Ensure classrooms are left clean, equipment is cleaned up, and furniture restored to correct places each day

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Upper Strings Teaching Artist - Part-Time (Sistema Kingston)
Remuneration: $30-$35/hour
Deadline: Until Filled

We are seeking an energetic and engaging Strings Teaching Artist to join our Molly Brant Elementary School team in January 2026 to finish out the year, leading up to our year end concert on May 14th at the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts. Your focus will be teaching group classes that include both violin and viola students at beginner and junior levels. Students are in grades 3-6, and groups will have up to 15 students. Preparation begins January 5th, and work with students begins on January 12th.

On-site hours are Monday-Thursday, 2:30-5:30pm. While we are looking for someone who can join the team for 4 days/week in the long run, we are open to discussion about 3 or 2 days/week for the perfect candidate! Contracts are renewed annually, with possibility of renewal for the 2026-27 year.

DETAILS

The Upper Strings Teaching Artist will be a lively musician/educator whose primary instrument is Violin or Viola. They will work collaboratively in a team environment. Activities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Music Teaching: teach groups of children in 40-minute learning blocks (2 per day) using a student-centered and fun pedagogical approach focusing on proper posture, instrumental technique, pitching, note reading, ensemble skills, etc. Prepare lesson plans to align with learning priorities, timelines and concert goals. Arrange music and prepare parts as needed.
  • Instrument maintenance: stay on top of instrument issues, do small repairs, be pro-active about larger repairs, keep instrument database updated.
  • Communications: maintain clear communication with the site team, ensure any schedule changes or pertinent information is communicated in a timely manner to the relevant people.
  • Classroom support: provide support for other teaching artists, students, B.Ed placement students and volunteers; mentor/supervise students in all contexts during Sistema Kingston program hours and performances including start of day, snacks and break times; model the principles and philosophy of Sistema Kingston in all activities
  • Attend regular Sistema Kingston team meetings
  • Space: Ensure classrooms are left clean, equipment is cleaned up, and furniture restored to correct places each day

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Art Instructor (ArtNoise)
Remuneration:
$40/hour
Deadline: Until Filled

Art Noise is having an open call for new instructors to teach classes and workshops in our new studio classroom! We are looking for instructors of all mediums to join our teaching roster.

Instructors are a casual, contract position with flexible hours based on scheduled classes, and are paid $40/hour plus up to an hour paid for set-up and/or clean-up. Instructors are also eligible for up to 25% off at Art Noise during their teaching contract.

Interested applicants are asked to send a summary of experience and examples of work to Tori at education@artnoise.ca

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Draped & Undraped Models (ArtNoise)
Remuneration: $22/hour
Deadline: Rolling

SUMMARY 

Art Noise's new studio classroom is open! And we are looking for both draped and undraped models to pose during Life Drawing sessions.

Art Noise currently runs a weekly Uninstructed Life Drawing session with undraped models, and will be running a teen lite version with draped models, alongside other programming that may need models on an as-needed basis. Models will be asked to do a variety of positions with different timings over the course of each session.

We are happy to accept model applications for those brand-new to modelling and wanting to gain experience, or those with experience already!

Any questions, or applications can be sent directly to Tori through education@artnoise.ca 


Life Drawing Models (Artist Joanne Gervais
Deadline: Rolling
Remuneration: $75 Honorarium & Gift of Artworks Created

10:30am to 2:30pm (minus one hour for lunch, supplied)

Posing typically consists of gestures and one long study but is adapted to suit the model. The group has been working with models for over 30 years and has a lot of experience with both experienced models and those new to life drawing classes.

Models can pose draped, undraped, in costume, regalia and theme. Models who have posed during past sessions include musicians, dancers, trades people, athletes, cosplay including marvel, Disney, fantasy, goth, horror, and historical reenactors, Vikings, Iron Sword Fencers, Drag, Star Wars, Pirates, Town Criers, Politicians, Military, Celtic dancers and warriors, etc.

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