Vancouver Indigenous Media Arts Festival (VIMAF) is an Aboriginal-run media arts organization that is rebuilding the West Coast’s film, video and media arts presence. VIMAF held its inaugural festival in the historical Woodwards building, in conjunction with W2 Community Media Arts Society, in November of 2011.The organization endeavours to develop a crucial piece of infrastructure that has been missing from the Indigenous cultural sector and British Columbia’s creative industries.
VIMAF is a forum for all people to celebrate and enjoy Indigenous culture. As Vancouver’s only Indigenous media arts festival, VIMAF screens works in shorts, experimental, documentaries, video art, animation, as well as feature length films. Our goal is to present film and media arts from across Turtle Island by emerging and established media makers to a broad audience. The philosophy of the collective is one of cultural autonomy in media production. We seek to contribute to the cultural discourse via independent production, stimulate a critical awareness and analysis of socio-political histories, and disseminate Indigenous production.
Qualities
Background in research, policy development, organizational strategy and governance are required. Experience in media arts, marketing, communications, public relations and/or special events, community organizing, and event production are strong assets. The position requires:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Can demonstrate a strong knowledge of contemporary issues being faced by, as well as the art, history, and politics of, First Nations, Metis and Inuit people of Turtle Island.
- Is proficient in social media tools
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional, outgoing, creative, resourceful, energetic and a team player
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Research and identify needs and resources of the Vancouver Indigenous Media Arts Festival based on the mandate and practices
- Draft VIMAF policies in consultation with VIMAF committee and members
- Finalizing policies with approval of VIMAF committee
Thursday April 12th.
Please email resume, cover letter and two references to vimaf2011@gmail.com and include “Policy Developer” in subject heading. VIMAF thanks you in advance for your interest; only those candidates being considered will be contacted. VIMAF supports affirmative action hiring practices and encourages applications from DTES residents, First Nations, people of colour, and women.
Contact
vimaf2011@gmail.com
