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The Edmonton Arts Council is here to support and inspire artists across our city and region. Whether you’re searching for a job in the arts community, want to sign up for a workshop, or are seeking support for artists, you’ve come to the right place.
Classifieds
See All Community ClassifiedsJob Opportunity: Front of House Manager, Rapid Fire Theatre
RFT seeks a charismatic, organized Front of House (FOH) Manager to lead, hire and train our FOH team and operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role involves managing FOH staff, inventory, vendor relations, and developing FOH processes and revenue targets.
Acquisitions Editor, Library and Museums - University Press
University of Alberta Press seeks an Acquisitions Editor to be a member of the acquisitions team involved in defining the Press’s presence in scholarly communications and in focusing and shaping the direction of the publishing program through the active acquisition of new titles.
Job Opportunity (YCW): Gallery Assistant, Mitchell Art Gallery
The MAG is looking for a highly self-motivated recent graduate with an eye for detail, a strong interest in contemporary arts and passion for arts and culture to be our Gallery Assistant. Deadline: August 10, 2025
Video Resources
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SmartSimple Tutorial
The EAC uses a system called SmartSimple for our grant programs and calls to artists. This tutorial takes you through the process of registering in SmartSimple and setting up a profile before you start your application. Once you set up your profile, you can use it to apply to all current and future opportunities.
EAC Grant Terms and Concepts for Artists
This video series is meant to assist artists through some of the specific terms and concepts used in our application process.
Logo & Files
Access EAC media
To recognize the investments that we make through our programs, we ask that all funding recipients include the EAC and City of Edmonton in their media releases and marketing materials. Download promotional materials and digital files here.
Funding FAQs & glossaries
Have questions about the supports available to you? Find answers and everything you need to complete an application, access funding, and join Edmonton’s arts community.
Access Support
Experiencing a barrier to accessing EAC funding, applying to a call to artists, or other programs? You could receive up to $500 in assistance to support difficulties with physical, cultural, language, technical, or other barriers to application.