MAAP Announces Leadership Transition
Dear MAAP Community and Stakeholders,
I am writing to inform you that, after much consideration, I have made the difficult decision to begin transitioning out of my role as MAAP’s Regional Director. I have the opportunity to complete several documentary films I am producing and directing, and to further my education as a filmmaker.
I have been with MAAP since December 2022 as our first and only staff member. During this time, I have had the privilege of connecting and collaborating with many of you. Much of my energy in this role has been devoted to outreach and advocacy, and my sincere hope and intention is to continue nurturing the relationships and initiatives we’ve cultivated together in new contexts.
I cannot properly express my gratitude to MAAP’s exceptional Board of Directors, who have consistently supported my professional, personal, and creative growth. While it is challenging to leave this role, as a media artist within the region, I will continue to be part of the MAAP and Pacific Regional Media Arts community.
MAAP will begin the recruitment process to fill the Regional Director position by June 2026. I will welcome and work alongside the new staff member throughout the summer to support their transition into the role, and will conclude my position in August 2026. If you know of anyone who may be interested, please consider sharing the job posting with them.
Thank you for the trust, generosity, and collaboration you have shared with me during my time at MAAP. It has been an honour to support this community and its vital work, and I look forward to continuing our connections and shared commitments in the future.
Sincerely,
Jessica Miinguuaqtii
Job Posting: Regional Director
Location: Remote
Term: June 2026 to May 2027, 1-year with possibility of extension
Hours: Approx. 14 hours/week
Contract Value: $19,000
The Media Arts Alliance of the Pacific (MAAP) is seeking a self-directed, visionary individual to lead this burgeoning arts service organization into the next stage of its development through stakeholder engagement, grant writing, policymaking, and community outreach.
MAAP was formed in 2016 in response to the need to strengthen the sector, to increase capacity, and to advance communication and collaboration. MAAP represents and is composed of independent media arts organizations, collectives, and organizers in British Columbia and the Yukon. We believe:
Media arts are foundational to British Columbia’s & Yukon’s identity, culture, and society
Equitable representation of our communities is essential to a healthy arts sector and society
Pacific stories and perspectives are valuable to the public regionally, nationally, and internationally
Media arts organizations and artists deserve sustainable funding and support
Pacific media arts organizations and artists are stronger as a unified community
Currently led by a volunteer board of directors, MAAP serves media artists and organizations through advocacy, development opportunities, and connections among media artists and media art organizations throughout the region. Our mandate is to advance, strengthen, and promote the media arts community in British Columbia, the Sovereign Indigenous Nations Territories of British Columbia, the Pacific region and Canada.
Job Summary
The Regional Director will be responsible for community outreach and member engagement to identify how MAAP can grow to meet the needs of its stakeholders, and for securing the resources necessary to continue the organization's work. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an individual familiar with the media arts sector and passionate about the role arts service organizations can play in creating a thriving media arts ecosystem. The successful candidate will share our vision of a diverse, equitable, and sustainable media arts community in the Pacific Region that contributes to a vibrant national and international arts sector. The Regional Director will also be responsible for managing the organization's day-to-day operations and engaging with other media art service organizations nationwide.
This position reports to the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with media arts organizations as well as individual artists and cultural professionals working in the media arts sector
Identify and engage prospective members, stakeholders, and partners, including other arts service organizations
Provide support to members, process member applications, and maintain the member database
Work with the board to develop a vision, strategic plan, and supportive policy framework to guide the organization
Research and write grants to secure funding for operational and programming expenses
Oversee and administer the operating budget, including invoicing, payment processing, and cash flow management
Systematically file important organizational documents, including member files, program files, vendor files, and other files related to MAAP's operations
Develop and maintain the organization’s public presence via newsletters, social media, and website maintenance
Replying to emails and responding to general inquiries
Skills and Qualifications
Experience writing successful grant applications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and experience in building sustained relationships
Familiarity with the Canadian media arts sector
Strong leadership skills, as well as the ability to be self-directed and work independently
Strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
Proficient in computer skills and MS applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with collaboratively planning conferences or events
Familiarity with arts service organizations is an asset
Familiarity with social media management and website design an asset
Experience with advocacy an asset
Expressions of Interest
MAAP seeks to create a diverse, equitable, and sustainable media arts community in the Pacific Region. We highly encourage applications from members of underrepresented and marginalized groups, including but not limited to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or ability.
To apply, please provide:
A cover letter describing your interest in the position, reasons for applying, and any other information that may strengthen your application
A current resume
Please email the application package as a single PDF document, with “MAAP Regional Director” in the subject line, to the MAAP Board of Directors at maapsociety@gmail.com.
Application deadline:
March 16, 2026 at 11:59pm PST
Anticipated Start Date:
June 1, 2026