We Are Hiring an Events Assistant!

Hiring Events Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs)

Neighbourhood Dance Works is hiring an Events Assistant through the Canada Summer Jobs program. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in arts administration and event coordination within a creative and inclusive environment.

Position Details:

• Job Title: Events Assistant

• Employment Type: Temporary, 9 weeks (with the possibility of extension)

• Hours: 30 hours per week

• Wage: $16.50/hour

• Location: St. John’s, NL

• Term: June 30 – August 29, 2025

  
  

About the Role:

The Events Assistant will support the planning and delivery of NDW’s pilot Vertical Dance Week (in collaboration with Cirque’letics), and assist with preparations for our 34th Festival of New Dance and 14th annual Zombiegrams fundraiser. This is a unique opportunity to work on live performance events and community engagement initiatives in the arts. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to extend this position on a part-time basis beyond the summer contract period.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with event logistics, scheduling, and artist coordination

• Supporting administrative tasks and maintaining project timelines

• Helping with outreach, marketing, and audience engagement

• Providing on-site support during events and performances

• Contributing to social media content and event documentation

Who We’re Looking For:

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be between the ages of 15–30

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status)

• Be available for the full duration of the work term

Ideal candidates will have:

• Interest in event planning, arts administration, or communications

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Experience in customer service or community outreach

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and social media platforms

• A passion for dance, arts, and community-based projects

• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends during events

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to info@neighbourhooddanceworks.com by June 2nd, 2025.

Neighbourhood Dance Works is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

Let’s create something unforgettable together this summer!