Metro is seeking engaged and passionate students to spend the summer helping to shape the future of Metro.
Cover letters and resumes may be sent in confidence to director@metrocinema.org. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2019.
Metro Cinema Society
Metro Cinema is Edmonton’s community movie house, dedicated to the presentation of film and video in many forms. We program and host a thousand events each year at the historic Garneau Theatre.
Job Posting – Outreach Coordinator
Metro is seeking an engaged and passionate student to spend a summer helping to shape the future of Metro. The Outreach Coordinator will be coordinating Metro’s volunteer activities, both with film screenings at the Garneau Theatre and with live remote events. They will also work directly and through online research to build connections with community groups and schools, and will prepare for a ramp-up of fundraising activities in the season ahead. Exact duties will be tailored, as much as possible, to the successful applicants’ specific skills and interests. This position will run approximately 16 weeks, starting on or about April 29th.
The successful applicant will be comfortable with both self-directed and team-based work environments, have experience with event management and possess strong oral and written communications skills. A familiarity with the film industry, marketing and communications systems, and volunteer management are all assets but not required.
This position may be funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program or the Student Temporary Employment Program. Special consideration may be given to applicants between the ages of 15 and 30, and to full time students returning to studies in the fall.
Job Posting – Facility Assistant
Metro is seeking an engaged and passionate student to spend a summer helping to shape the future of Metro, and our home, the Garneau Theatre. The Facility Assistant will assist with renovations to the lobby, auditorium and backstage areas of the Garneau Theatre, and with a series of construction and organizational projects throughout the summer. Exact duties will be tailored, as much as possible, to the successful applicants’ specific skills and interests. This position will run approximately 16 weeks, starting on or about April 29th.
The successful applicant will have experience with hands-on work, and have the ability to work both independently and with supervision. Construction or trades experience and a driver’s license are significant assets.
This position may be funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program or the Student Temporary Employment Program. Special consideration may be given to applicants between the ages of 15 and 30, and to full time students returning to studies in the fall.
Job Posting – Communications Assistant
Metro is seeking an engaged and passionate student to spend a summer helping to shape the future of Metro. The Communications Assistant will be involved both hands-on in assisting with film screenings and live events, and with a variety of administrative support tasks. Duties will focus on Metro Cinema’s online presence, and on providing persuasive and clear information about our films and events on our web site, in printed materials, through social media and through public releases. Exact duties will be tailored, as much as possible, to the successful applicants’ specific skills and interests. This position will run approximately 16 weeks, starting on or about April 29th.
The successful applicant will be comfortable with both self-directed and team-based work environments, have experience with social media marketing and possess strong writing skills. A familiarity with the film industry, broader marketing and communications systems, and volunteer management are all assets but not required.
This position may be funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program or the Student Temporary Employment Program. Special consideration may be given to applicants between the ages of 15 and 30, and to full time students returning to studies in the fall.
