Since its inception 12 years ago, the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) has been a platform for establishing and supporting the careers of countless artists and performers. Furthermore, the Art Fair injects millions of dollars into the local and state-wide economies annually. CIAF’s commitment to artistic excellence is expanding, focusing on the careers of those in the arts industry, who work behind the scenes.
Supported by the Queensland Government’s Department of Employment, Small Business & Training (forming part of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative), The Evolution Project is essentially a traineeship program. The project will enhance the skills of aspiring and emerging Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander arts workers. Commencing on 12 April, over a 6 month paid traineeship, trainees will learn all facets of event management and what it takes to deliver a national, annual art event. Traineeships will focus on learning skills from four key departments of CIAF, with their time at CIAF culminating in a Certificate I in Business.
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to join the CIAF team in delivering the 2021 Art Fair and series of events (which include: Art Market, Fashion Performance, Music in the Park, and much more) in August. Applicants are asked to indicate their area of interest, from the following four key departments:
- Exhibitions
- Production & Events
- Marketing & Communications
- Performance
Applications to join The Evolution Project, and the CIAF team, are open now!
The application process is informal, in that no application form is required. However, applications should include:
- Cover Letter: A brief letter detailing one’s experience, area of interest, contact details, town and suburb of residence, and/or personal statement.
All applications should be emailed to the Project Coordinator, Megsi O’Toole, at: projectcoordinator [at] ciaf.com.au. They can also be mailed to: PO Box 5777, Cairns, Qld, 4870.
Should you require more information about The Evolution Project, prior to submitting an application, please email Megsi O’Toole, or call the CIAF office on: (07) 4252 6312.
All applications are due in by the 2 April and all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications by the 9 April.