Job Type: Part-Time Hybrid (3 days per week with a minimum of 2 days in the office). Evening and weekends often required – flexible schedule based on events and programming. Must be able to travel across Brampton and GTA for off-site events, therefore access to a vehicle is preferred.

Salary: $40,000/annually, Paid Bi-Weekly

Benefits: Work laptop provided, paid holidays, sick and personal days as well as paid time off.

This role is offered as a one-year contract, with the possibility of transition to a permanent position based on organizational needs.

 

About Us

The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) champions Brampton’s diverse arts, culture and creative industries and advocates for the Brampton Artist. We work to build a thriving, confident, valued, and empowered creative scene by offering a range of programs, services and resources. In this, BAO is a key partner in fulfilling the City of Brampton’s strategic vision and Culture Master Plan. We are focused on providing programs and services in collaboration with inter-cross-sectoral partners in the areas of:

• Funding, finance, and investment
• Leadership, advocacy, and innovation
• Sector development and growth

 

Who Are You?

You believe in BAO’s mission to advance and advocate for Brampton’s arts, culture, and creative industries and want to help make it all possible. You’re highly organized, people-focused, and detail-oriented, with a passion for coordinating artistic programs and events that run smoothly and efficiently. You thrive in hands-on, creative environments and are excited to support Brampton’s creative scene through in-person engagement and studio operations. You’ll coordinate BAO-led artist booths, support engaging events like the Parkscapes programs, Open Studio+ Days, advisory group meetings, and lead the studio rentals administration, tours, and artist move-ins, helping to create a welcoming, professional space for Brampton’s creative community.

If you see yourself in this opportunity, we would love to have a conversation with you. Unsure? You can learn more about us by exploring our website.

 

Your Opportunity

The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is recruiting for a contract part-time Programming and Studio Coordinator to provide support for BAO’s programming, events, engagement initiatives and new studio rentals. This position works closely with the Engagement and Education Lead, and Head of Programming. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with two of the three days being on-site for the duration of the contract.

 

The Role and its Responsibilities and Skills

PROGRAM AND EVENT COORDINATION & FACILITATION:

• Supports the planning and delivery of BAO programs and workshops (online and in-person).
• Leads coordination of all BAO-led artist booths at markets, and complimentary programming and performances.
• Represent BAO at events, festivals, and year round calendar of outreach events.
• Oversees ‘Parkscapes’ summer programming across multiple park locations.
• Oversees the coordination of Open Studio+ days (monthly public artist gatherings in BAO office) and the coordination of our Artist Advisory, Volunteer and Ambassador Programs.
• Guides event and exhibition preparation, hosting of online and in-person events and workshops (ex. Zoom workshop set-up and attendance), set-up and tear down for in-person events.
• Attends meetings, activities, and events to raise awareness of BAO programs and services and prepares and distributes event and community engagement materials.
• Helps guide engagement strategies and draft event related communications.

 

STUDIO RENTAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT:

• Track artist studio memberships, agreements, and monthly payments.
• Provides studio tours to prospective renters and supports artist move-ins and move-outs.
• Maintains accurate related files, records and databases.
• Supports the development of workshop presentations, reports, and other program materials.
• Assist with meeting preparation, scheduling, and note-taking.
• Provide exceptional customer service to artists, partners, and the public while adhering to organizational policies, practices, and standards.
• Works with a high degree of confidentiality when accessing, maintaining, or distributing sensitive materials or records.
• Participates in project and team meetings as needed to support program delivery and administrative functions (on-site as required).

 

Job Requirements

• Post-secondary education with an emphasis on Arts Programming or Arts Administration, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work or volunteer experience in arts programming; experience in the arts/culture/not-for-profit sectors preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Well-developed event planning and relationship management skills.
• The ability to work well independently and within diverse groups to contribute to collaborative projects and efforts alongside the BAO team.
• Comfortable with online office tools like Google/Microsoft Suite, Hubdoc, Plooto, DocuSign, etc.
• Exceptional organizational skills; detail oriented with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and tasks while managing different priorities and timelines
• The ability to handle confidential information with a high level of care.

 

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

The Brampton Arts Organization is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. We do our best to remain informed and attuned to the imperative of fair and impartial treatment and prioritize opportunities for individuals from groups that have historically faced disadvantages in employment.

We are happy to accommodate the individuals needs of job applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights’ Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If you require accommodation at any time throughout the process, please contact michael@bramptonartsorg.ca.

 

Application Assistance

We recognize that the job application process can create barriers to access for many people who are interested in applying. Our opportunities are written in English, shared online and require applicants to submit their applications by email. This creates technological, language, communication and cultural barriers, to name a few.

In recognition of these barriers to access, eligible applicants can request support with their application and we will provide support and accommodation. For more information please reach out directly by email to michael@bramptonartsorg.ca.

 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter in a single PDF before Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM to kiran@bramptonartsorg.ca with the subject line: “Programming and Studio Rentals Coordinator”.

If you wish to self-identify as a member of a historically disadvantaged group, please include this information in your application.

 

Are you passionate about supporting arts and culture in Brampton?

Have you taken part in BAO workshops and events and now you want to do more?

We are looking for friendly, motivated, and outgoing community members to join BAO’s Volunteer Team!

As a BAO volunteer, you will support the delivery of BAO’s workshops, events, and exhibitions. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet other creatives and gain professional development and industry experience alongside a supportive team of like-minded individuals.

Types of Volunteer Opportunities:

• Event Volunteers: these volunteers will assist the BAO team with event activities as well as general set-up, take down and wayfinding.
• Workshop Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with BAO workshops such as in-person Power Hours, Community Connects series, and Market activations.
• Open Studio+ Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with Open Studio+ activities, as well as set-up and clean-up.
• Exhibition and Audio-Visual Installation Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with the installation of artwork in BAO’s gallery space/office gallery wall.
• Outreach Volunteers: these volunteers will help represent BAO on-site at events, programs, and festivals, helping set up the BAO booth, sharing information about BAO and answering questions with the general public.
• Administration and Office Support Volunteers: These volunteers will assist with administrative tasks in the BAO office related to organizing BAO marketing materials, studio equipment maintenance, and data input.

If you are interested in joining BAO’s Volunteer Team, please complete this application form.

Application Accessibility Support:

Applicants who need additional resources, assistance or time to apply can request these accommodations by emailing info@bramptonartsorg.ca.

APPLY HERE