Join the MASC Artist roster
Are you a professional artist with experience and passion
for bringing the arts to schools and communities?
Apply to be part of the MASC Artist roster!
Application deadline: January 31st, 2026
MASC was founded on the importance of introducing professional artists, including those of diverse backgrounds, to participants with the goal of developing a culture of awareness, as well as artistic and cultural appreciation through schools and communities. As MASC values Equity and Diversity in its workplace, we encourage First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Black, artists of colour, artists with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ artists to apply.
Application guidelines
ARTISTIC MERIT
The artist is recognized as a professional artist:
- The artist has developed skills through training or practice in one or more creative disciplines.
- The artist is acknowledged as such by artists working in the same artistic tradition.
- The artist has a history of public performance, exhibitions, or publications (including art fairs, pow-wows, festivals, and professional presentations).
ARTS EDUCATION AND PROGRAM PROPOSAL
- The artist has experience in delivering arts programming in school and/or community settings.
- Program proposal is engaging and brings something different for schools (provides novel learning experiences)
- Program has clear alignment or opportunities for connections to Ontario’s Arts Education curriculum
- The artist has genuine passion and capacity in sharing knowledge with participants and is committed to arts education.
ALIGNMENT WITH MASC
- Artist brings unique programming and does not overlap with existing programming in MASC’s portfolio. This is a mandatory requirement to ensure our roster is varied.
- The program meets partner needs such as school boards.
CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS
- MASC is committed to ensuring diverse artists are represented in our roster. We encourage artists from all backgrounds to apply.
- For all culturally related programming, please thoroughly familiarize yourself with MASC’s Cultural Appropriation Policy.
THE PROCESS:
Step 1: Application
Artists submit an application through our online form. The MASC team conducts an initial review based on established eligibility and program criteria.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only selected artists will be contacted to move forward. We are unable to respond to all applicants individually.
Step 2: Interview
If your application is selected, MASC will invite you to an interview to discuss your programming in greater depth. The interview helps us assess your artistic practice, experience in arts education, and alignment with MASC’s values.
Step 3: Audition
If both MASC and the artist wish to proceed after the interview, the artist will be invited to lead an audition of their program in a classroom or community setting.
The audition is offered free of charge to a venue working with an underserved community. Artists receive an honorarium for their participation.
Teachers or venue representatives will observe the session and provide written feedback. MASC staff will also be present. All feedback will be shared with the artist.
Step 4: Results
MASC team members review assessment results from every stage to make a final decision. Artists who are successful will be invited to join the MASC roster and offered a contract for the upcoming season (September 1 to August 30).
Step 5: Ongoing Assessment
Once on the roster, artists begin delivering their programs in schools and community venues. MASC collects ongoing feedback from educators and partners to support continuous improvement and program excellence.
Additional Requirements
All MASC artists must have a current Police Check.
For people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or TTY users, please use your preferred MRS (Message Relay Service) or IP service to contact us.
For further information, contact alejandrosalgado@masconline.ca