Volunteer Position · Two-year renewable term · Applications due Friday, November 13
An Invitation
Ateliers Belleville is entering a new phase of development. To support its growth, we are looking to strengthen our organizational structure and consolidate our practices.
Several projects are currently underway or in development, including HR tools and policies, contracts and job descriptions, performance evaluations, and the organization of work and operations.
We are looking for someone with solid experience in human resources and operations management to join our Board of Directors and contribute to the work of its HR Committee.
The Organization
Who We Are
Ateliers Belleville is an artistic and social hub for research and creation whose mission is to foster the growth and visibility of independent artistic practices. A non-profit organization and social economy enterprise, we have owned LAB-545 since 2022, a 56,000 sq. ft. building located at 545 rue Legendre West, in Montreal’s District Central. We are home to 70 artist and craftsperson members who occupy studios within the building, which includes four specialized workshops: woodworking, metalworking, digital fabrication, and ceramics.
Our Mission
To foster the growth and visibility of independent artistic practices in contemporary art and craft. More specifically, we provide independent artists and craftspeople with affordable studio spaces and the resources they need to create, train, produce, and present their work in a place that is open to the neighbourhood, the community, and the public.
Our Vision
To make LAB-545 a creative micro-village: a place that brings together affordable studios, training, residencies, production support, presentation spaces, and public activities, while providing the best possible conditions for artists, staff, and collaborators through activities that are largely self-financing. Our ambition is to create a model that other spaces, both in urban centres and in regional communities, can adapt.
Our Culture
We are building something that did not exist before. This requires ambition and rigour, all within a healthy work environment. The values that guide us every day are ambition, innovation, commitment, respect, collaboration, and integrity.
The Timing
Our 2026–2027 strategic plan is currently underway, alongside an HR development process supported by a consultant.
By the end of the year, we aim to have a signed contract and updated job description for every team member, a clear organizational chart, published policies, and an initial performance review meeting with each member of the team.
Your perspective comes at an important time for the organization.
The Ideal Candidate
Solid experience in human resources management (labour relations, organizational structure, compensation, professional development), ideally combined with experience in operations management.
Knowledge of Quebec labour and employment legislation.
An interest in putting your expertise to work in support of a collective, cultural, and social economy project.
Experience serving on the board of directors of a non-profit organization is an asset.
What You Will Find Here
A unique project: a 56,000 sq. ft. building that has become a creative hub for 70 artists and craftspeople.
An organization undergoing an important period of development and structuring, where your advice will directly contribute to its growth.
An engaged board and team, as well as a network within Montreal's cultural community.
What We Ask of You
Attend Board of Directors meetings every two months, on the second Monday of the month, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Serve on the Board's HR Committee, which meets monthly.
Maintain an ongoing level of involvement between meetings. We are looking for someone who is available to support us during a pivotal moment in the organization's development.
Let's Get to Know Each Other
Write to us at dg@ateliersbelleville.com by Friday, November 13, with a few lines about your background and what interests you about the project.
We will arrange a meeting and a tour of LAB-545.
Ateliers Belleville is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all individuals, particularly women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of sexual and gender diversity communities.
