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Arts Coordinator

Description:
Over the past decade our Arts program has gone far beyond the traditional ‘Arts & Crafts’ it once was & provides a space for creativity & originality to flourish via ALL of the arts including (& not limited to) music, drama, dance, culinary creations, and a general craftiness of visual art. It is limitless what can be done with cardboard & duct tape. An ideal candidate of Arts Coordinator is over the age of 18 by July 1st 2020, has a propensity for creating in any of these mediums, has experience leading groups of people aged 7 - 15 in a variety of settings, carries a willingness to enter the camp atmosphere & an undying passion for the arts.

The responsibilities of the Arts Coordinator are as follows:
1. Preparing four 45 – 60 minute art related experiences for groups ranging in size from 15 – 20 people each week. This includes:

Creating an inviting atmosphere of our Arts Hall
Working with counsellors to find ways to engage campers in a different way of thinking
Taking stock, utilizing, and ordering necessary resources for sessions

2. Run tie-dye each week.

3.Work in conjunction with programming staff. This includes:

Helping the ongoing brainstorm process
Assisting the set up of post-dinner camp game.

4. Provide a balanced perspective when discussing future direction of the camp & vouching/integrating the arts into outdoor education.

The Arts coordinator will work independently with the creation & execution of their program with the added support of the programming staff. The Arts Coordinator is encouraged to get to know the campers & lend support to counsellors in downtime before and after meals as well as participating in opening & closing day songs, skits & stories. This is a unique job that provides an incredible opportunity of self & community development suited to anyone looking to pursue the arts.

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1. What experience have you had in the past that would have prepared you for a position of this type? *

2. Why do you want to be the SVDP Arts Coordinator? *

3. Of all the arts, which do you feel would be the biggest hit with the current generation of kids aged 7 – 15? What is an idea you have of a good hour session spent exploring this particular art-form with a group of 15 - 20 people? *

4. The Arts Coordinator is responsible for implementing the art sessions during the day, helping the Program Director with Evening Program, supervising cabins when asked and attending the nightly campfire. The days can be long and tiring. Would this be something you can handle? And how would you prevent becoming burned out? *

5. What would you consider a successful week at camp from a camper’s perspective? What would you, as future Arts coordinator consider a successful summer? *

6. Is there anything else you would like to add with regards to your skills, abilities, talents, or suitability for this position? You may also note questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions for improvement to the camp (programming, staff, activities, etc). *

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