* The deadline for the Editor-In-Chief position has been extended to November 1, 2024 *

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About Choral Canada and the future of our programs and services
Choral Canada is the National Arts Service Organization for the choral and group singing arts sector and community in Canada. You can read more about Choral Canada here. Choral Canada is committed to evaluating, building on and enhancing its current programs and services to members, like our Anacrusis choral journal, ensuring that Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Decoloniality, and Anti-Racism are a priority in order to increase our relevance, representation, and diversity for all our current and potential members. We are looking to expand the term ‘choral singing’ and its canon of repertoire to include a broader scope related to group singing within a greater variety of contexts.

About Anacrusis
The official journal of Choral Canada, Anacrusis, currently contains peer-reviewed articles, focus columns, special features, non-peer reviewed academic articles, Student Chapter articles, reviews of books and choral recordings, and information about Choral Canada’s programs, services, and advocacy initiatives. Articles can be in English or French. The journal is published three times per year. Choral Canada members receive Anacrusis as part of their membership benefits and “Organization” members are eligible for advertising discounts.

About Anacrusis Editorial Committee
The Anacrusis Editorial Committee (AEC) exists to oversee each publication and to create, edit, and seek out content. The AEC operates in accordance with the vision, values, and goals of Choral Canada and ensures that the publication’s direction and content are in keeping with them.

Position
Choral Canada is seeking one (1) Editor-In-Chief to join the AEC. This individual has significant experience in researching and writing about the choral arts. They are representative of the richly diverse group singing communities in which we participate and will help provide the publication and the choral community with a multitude of perspectives and lived experiences. 

We are looking for someone who is interested in supporting Choral Canada’s Strategic Plan and developing the future of the Anacrusis choral journal by reflecting upon, questioning, and building upon past and current practices.

The Editor-In-Chief:

• Oversees the journal in its entirety.
• Is responsible for planning and chairing meetings.
• Supports/manages/delegates tasks within the committee.
• Writes an introductory message describing each issue's contents.
• Works with each committee member to generate and produce articles.
• Works with layout designer to finalize each edition.
• Gives final signoff for each edition prior to printing or email release.
• Ensures that the AEC follows all Terms of Reference, guidelines, and relevant Choral Canada policies.
• Works closely with Choral Canada staff.

Choral Canada’s Commitment
Choral Canada is committed to listening to the needs of all AEC members and striving to create a committee environment where all members feel welcomed, included, and supported. 

Term & Time Commitment

• 2 year terms, renewable 2 times to a maximum of 6 years (3 terms)
• 2-3 committee meetings per year, each 1.5 - 2 hours
• time spent on position responsibilities

Remuneration
Serving on the Anacrusis Editorial Committee is a volunteer position without any remuneration. You will be provided with administrative support from the Choral Canada staff.

How to send in your “Expression of Interest”
If you are interested in this position, please email your “Expression of Interest” to [email protected] by November 1, 2024. Please provide a short paragraph describing why you would like to join the Anacrusis Editorial Committee as Editor-In-Chief and include any writing examples and/or pertinent experience you might have relative to the position.

In accordance with accessibility laws in Canada, if you require support applying online, please contact Meghan Hila (she/her), Executive Director, at 647-606-2467 or [email protected].

Selection
The Selection Committee is the Choral Canada Board of Directors. They will select individuals based upon their expression of interest and the qualifications outlined above. All individuals who express interest in the positions will be contacted directly regarding the outcome of the process.

Third Party Recommendations
It is also possible to recommend people for this position by emailing their name(s) and contact information to the Choral Canada office at [email protected]. The Choral Canada staff will then contact these recommended individuals, encouraging them to submit their expressions of interest.

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If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Meghan Hila (she/her), Executive Director, at [email protected] or 647-606-2467.You are also welcome to reach out to any current director on the Choral Canada Board of Directors to discuss your possible interest and questions. The list of directors can be be found here.

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We thank you sincerely for your engagement and support!