Introducing: Nessa Trenton!

A few months ago you may have seen the job posting for a new Administrative Intern here at fu-GEN, thanks to the generous support of the wonderful people at TD Bank Group. We are pleased to say that we have since hired our newest member of staff!

Please welcome the lovely Nessa Trenton!

Half Filipino and half Greek, Nessa joined us in mid-March and has already proven herself to be an amazing addition to our office dynamic. Smart and spunky, Nessa has the kind of laugh that brightens up the room. That, and she's ultra-organized, which helps us keep our act together!

Of her time here so far, Nessa says, "I’m so happy to be working for fu-GEN as their new TD Administrative Intern. I applied for the position because I saw it as a great opportunity to contribute to the development of Asian-Canadian theatre.

"[...] I’ve worked with fu-GEN in the past as an actor and I’m so thrilled to be involved in this new capacity. As I’ve worked with Carlos Bulosan Theatre, Nightwood Theatre, and other non-profit organizations, I’m accustomed to the challenges and particular sensitivity needed to work in such an environment. So what have I been up to so far? Well, I’ve taken over the job of managing all of our space rentals. I’ve also begun working on a complete overhaul of the office, reorganizing and updating various hardcopy and electronic files, as well as assisting with projects we have on the go". I told you she was organized!

Anyway, welcome to fu-GEN, Nessa. We're truly happy to have you here :)

Job Opportunity!

Through the generous support of TD Bank Group, fu-GEN Theatre Company is offering a nine-month Administrative Intern position beginning in March 2012. This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate with a passion for theatre who wants to build a diverse skill set in arts administration through mentorship with Canada's foremost Asian Canadian theatre company. This position offers a valuable training opportunity in a not-for-profit model.

The successful candidate will report directly to the General Manager and the Artistic Director and assist with many aspects of implementing the company's activities of 2012, including special events celebrating fu-GEN's 10th Anniversary Season.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Updating headshot and resume files
• Organizing and maintaining company archives
• Networking and liaising with various community partners
• Assistance with marketing and fundraising initiatives
• Attending fu-GEN events and acting as an ambassador for the company
• Support staff for fu-GEN events and fundraisers
• Managing volunteers for various events
• General office duties as assigned

The successful candidate possesses excellent written and oral communication skills; initiative; strong organizational skills; computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel); and is resourceful. A background in the arts is an asset.

This is a part-time position (from March 2012 to December 2012), at $14/hour, approximately 20 hours per week on average. Hours per week will adjust according to the level of activity.

Please submit a cover letter and resume by February 29, 2012 to info@fu-gen.org

Selected candidates will be interviewed beginning in March.

About fu-GEN fu-GEN is a charitable, not-for-profit theatre company dedicated to the development of professional Asian Canadian theatre artists through the production of new and established works. our vision is to be a home for Asian Canadian theatre artists and their work. We exist to make our artists and our stories visible in the theatre community, and the Canadian community at large. In nine years, we have become the premiere producer of Asian Canadian theatre in Canada and have built a reputation of artistic excellence with 17 Dora Mavor Moore nominations.