ARTISTIC POSITION – TEMPORARY FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT Gallery Manager

ARTISTIC POSITION TEMPORARY FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT

March 9 2026 March 26 2027

Gallery Manager

Join the hardworking and dedicated team delivering exciting arts and culture programs and activities to our community and beyond. Reporting to the Executive Director the Gallery Manager programs and manages all elements of the Gallery Programming for the Aurora Cultural Centre.

This temporary full-time position covers a maternity leave from March 9 2026 March 26 2027 and requires the successful candidate to be available for Monday Friday 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm with flexibility for evenings and weekends to support gallery education and events. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills have proven gallery curation and facilitation skills be current in visual arts industry practices well rounded in gallery administrative understanding be a generous and compassionate team member and proficient in handling administrative tasks.

At ACC we embrace everyones uniqueness and recognize the strength that lies in differences. We believe in the power of our collective potential and strive to achieve a more diverse inclusive and equitable workplace to empower and create opportunities for all. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their gender age religion race ethnicity and nationality. Particularly equity deserving groups such as members of the Persons with Disabilities Black Indigenous other racialized candidates and / or candidates from the 2SLGBTQIA community and anyone who may contribute to the further diversification of the Aurora Cultural Centre. Together we unite and inspire all Canadians to influence and affect the future of our community through the arts.

Context and Summary

The Aurora Cultural Centre operates out of Aurora Town Square a cultural complex in a small community north of Toronto. As a resident tenant of the larger venue we manage and program 5 galleries contained within the restored 1886 schoolhouse. The facility houses four purpose-built professional galleries and one student gallery curated by the Aurora Cultural Centre.

Guided by the Aurora Cultural Centres 2026-2030 vision and mandate history and a need to meet programming in a diversity of genres and to all age groups the Gallery Manager supports the existing artistic vision for the gallery programs. The position operates within that vision to support the 2026 and 2027 implementation of programming in place and builds 2027 and 2028 programming to be determined. This position manages the gallery program including designing and developing exhibitions and educational programming to support the communitys greater understanding of the visual art exhibitions. The Gallery Manager must demonstrate diplomacy tact the ability to work well with others and delegate as needed. The gallery programs include 5-10 gallery exhibitions (both live and digital number of exhibits is location dependent) digital Art Bytes and in person visits educational programs and artist receptions. The role works with a full-time Gallery Assistant who supports ongoing operations and the marketing department and a Digital Services Specialist to support art sales and the digital aspects of the program.

As with all positions at the Centre the Gallery Manager will be required to be flexible and punctual. This position will require the Gallery Manager to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines and work as part of a team. The Gallery Manager will be liaising with various members of the staff team on a variety of projects. There may be periods of over-time required from time to time.

The successful candidate would be responsible for the following :

Research recommend and manage gallery policy

Oversee the installation of exhibitions (hanging openings closings set up tear down) by student emerging and professional artists in a variety of mediums

Manage and facilitate digital capture of the exhibits

Lead Art Bytes digital educational videos as the public representative of the Gallery program at the Aurora Cultural Centre

Responsible for ensuring high quality gallery programs that are diverse accessible and appealing to multiple audiences

Make recommendations for creating a dynamic gallery program

Develop and maintain working relationships with artists

Design and implement gallery tours and educational events for every exhibition

Schedule exhibitions; steward existing exhibitions for 2026-2027 and curate the 2027-2028 season of planning

Manage gallery tours

Support sales processes for artists

Curatorial duties as required for specific exhibitions

Support grant writing and stewardship of sponsors / donors for gallery programs

Design create review and maintain gallery submission process and templates

Create and manage annual budget with ED and develop plans to achieve targets

Network with artists professionals in art industry and attend art events

Research new artists and topics and ideas for forthcoming exhibitions

Track statistics and KPIs for the program

Consult and liaise with communications team on promotion for shows and exhibitions; write gallery media copy for marketing collateral

Administrative gallery duties include but are not limited to gallery contracts statistics updating exhibition schedules and researching gallery best practices

Liaise with other groups (educational facilities art groups seniors / community) to create awareness of gallery programs and develop and sustain relationships

Build relationships with other organizations to further benefit gallery programs at the Centre including collaborations with other arts organizations

Oversee workload and processes of Gallery Assistant as well as rotating co-op students interns and / or volunteers within Gallery program.

Other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts Art History or equivalent

Training in curation an asset

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years experience in a similar role; experience in non-traditional / informal gallery settings welcome. If you can connect your experience to the role we welcome your application.

Experience working directly with visual artists in building projects creating in collaboration or supporting their work

Experience with a diverse cross-section of artistic genres themes ethnic representation and visual arts disciplines an asset

Skills

We recognize that the applicant may not have all of these skills upon application. We welcome a growth mindset is required to grow into the skills for the role.

Diplomacy and professionalism especially in challenging situations

Proven patron / artist relations skills

Enthusiasm creativity and strong organizational skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)

Ability to work in a virtual setting individually and as part of a team

Ability to maintain project schedule and fulfill demanding deadlines

Proven gallery production related skills

Knowledge of Aurora an asset

Troubleshooting skills; technical people management safety enforcement

How will you create impact

By bringing fresh dynamic ideas to the table

By contributing to the team with a strong and thoughtful work ethic

By sharing your knowledge of current trends to help influence the outcomes

How will you fit into the team

Being outgoing and adaptable

A resilient and flexible personality as plans can change from day-to-day

You are a consummate professional and can represent the Aurora Cultural Centre not just creatively but also in experience insight and attitude.

Salary :

Salary Range : $ salary range. Upon successful completion of a 3-month probation period the successful candidate will also participate in a full suite of employee benefits including : group medical and dental benefits an Employee Assistance Program an employer RRSP contribution paid personal days paid vacation days paid time off for 14 recognized holidays and professional development opportunities.

Location : In person at Aurora Cultural Centre

Additional information :

All Aurora Cultural Centre employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate at their own expense that is acceptable to the Aurora Cultural Centre.

We recognize that candidates may not meet all the criteria listed in this posting. We encourage all those interested in this posting with a combination of relevant technical experience and an interest in the arts to apply.

How to apply :

Please submit a resume and covering letter to Suzanne Haines Executive Director by clicking the Apply Now button above or below. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to prepare a sample season.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the staffing process please do not hesitate to contact us at or

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team and all responses will be held in strictest confidence. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applications deadline : January 9 2026

About the Aurora Cultural Centre

At the Aurora Cultural Centre we believe that arts culture and heritage can play a role in changing our world and our community. This is the fabric that deepens our understanding of our shared experience and creates a more compassionate society. Since 2010 the Centre has welcomed the community to create and participate in diverse experiences for all ages. We proudly program four vibrant gallery exhibition spaces a range of instructional classes for children teens and adults an eclectic live music series special family events and summer arts camps.

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 50000 - 55000