Artistic Director

Dancers’ Studio West’s Artistic Director, Davida Monk, will step down at the end of the 2017-2018 season after 10 years. The Board of Directors is seeking a new Artistic Director to further the organization’s mission and build on the artistic growth of the past decade. 

Dancers’ Studio West is a production and resource centre for contemporary dance artists in Alberta with the mission to advance the art form by challenging dancers, choreographers and audiences with programs in training, creation, performances and appreciation through critical dialogue.

The organization produces three major programs: Dance Action Lab, Annual Alberta Dance Festival and new this year, a spring production of work choreographed by the Artistic Director and set on an ensemble of young contemporary dancers. In addition, it offers Technique Classes, open to Calgary’s dance community and produces a number of Community Animation programs such as the Undressing the Dance Public Dialogue Series. Creation, rehearsals, classes and productions take place in numerous facilities across the city. The organization is debt-free and has an annual budget of $200,000. In addition to the Artistic Director, it engages five part-time and casual contractors as well as an artistic ensemble of six dancer/choreographers which make up the Dance Action Group.

The Search Committee is seeking a proven leader who will be able to clearly and passionately articulate the vision and unique mandate of the organization. He or she will enjoy working in a collaborative environment, be committed to the principles of mentorship and training, have a sound knowledge of choreographic development, contemporary dance and have a willingness to take a significant role with both marketing and fund development. This is a part-time position, which reports equally with the Managing Director, to a Board of Directors.

The successful candidate will be creative, innovative and enterprising with Dancers’ Studio West’s mandate; challenging its artists and audiences with interesting experiences, while remaining respectful to the legacy created by Davida Monk. They will be able to build on the artistry, strengths and loyalty that currently exist within the organization and between it and the dance community.

The ideal candidate will be a highly personable and confident individual who enjoys being in a leadership position, has an enthusiasm for being out in the community and has a genuine desire to connect closely with dance artists, members of the public and contributors. They will embrace Calgary’s arts community as well as have the ability to increase the organization’s profile outside of the city limits.

For a detailed description of the position, qualifications for applicants and for more information about Dancers’ Studio West, please see the information brochure on our website, DSWlive.ca. Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume and three references in confidence on or before November 2, 2017 to:  Megan Ballard, Search Committee Chair, Dancers’ Studio West, search@DSWlive.ca. 

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Jeudi, Novembre 2, 2017
Date de début: 
Lundi, Juillet 2, 2018
Genre de travail: 
À temps partiel
Ville: 
Calgary
Province: 
Alberta
Niveau de scolarité: 
Diplôme d'études secondaires
Langues: 
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Officer, Human Resources Policies & Programs

Title: Officer, Human Resources Policies & Programs
Competition number: J0417-0242
Status: Full-time continuing
Salary: $56, 200 to $82, 100
Closing date: October 27, 2017

Canada is our stage.

Those four words inform everything we do as a catalyst for performance, creation and learning across this great land. We are proud to be a home for many of Canada’s most exciting artists who captivate audiences on our stages and on stages across the country.

Job Summary

The incumbent develops, administers and updates the National Arts Centre’s human resource policies and programs and related procedures. The Officer uses knowledge of HR legislation and best practices to identify necessary changes to its policies and programs in response to organizational and legislative developments. Under the HR Managers' supervision, he or she designs, formulates, implements, administers and continually improves HR policies and programs. This position is an integral part of the HR team and will support other HR team members in addressing staffing and labour relations matters as required.

Programs

Under the direction of the NAC’s HR Managers, develops and administers HR programs and closely complies with related guidelines. This includes researching and analyzing data, producing reports, making recommendations, preparing communications and following up appropriately with employees and managers. The main program areas under the Officer’s responsibility include: performance management, pay administration, attendance enhancement, employee recognition, employment equity, multiculturalism, employee orientation, job evaluation, etc.

Policies

The Officer regularly performs comparative analyses and keeps abreast of HR issues and trends, future developments in legislation, government standards and industry practices in order to ensure that the NAC’s policies are compliant and effective. He or she makes recommendations for adapting and improving HR policies based on these analyses.

Employee Relations/ Labour Relations

The incumbent supports HR Managers in managing employee relations and labour relations, and also tracks the various processes under collective agreements and the terms and conditions of employment such as probation periods, pay increases, etc.

Required qualifications:

• Five (5) years’ experience in administering HR policies and programs or equivalent HR experience;
• University degree in HR management or a related field or five (5) years of equivalent experience;
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of HR management that is normally gained from university courses in HR or a related field;
• In-depth HR knowledge of at least two of the following areas: recruitment and staffing, labour relations, pay administration, employee benefits, performance management, employee recognition, employment equity;
• Excellent knowledge of federal HR legislation and regulations (employment standards, human rights, pay equity, employment equity, etc.);
• Experience in analyzing, interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations and collective agreements;
• Knowledge of HR challenges, trends and practices;
• Strong client service ethic;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Highly developed team spirit combined with the ability to work independently with little supervision;
• Highly developed capacity for analysis and research;
• Bilingual – English and French (spoken and written)

Who can apply:

Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

Candidates invited to an interview will be responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses. If relocation is required, the successful candidate will be expected to pay for their relocation expenses.

As an employer who values diversity in its workforce, we encourage candidates to self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

How to apply:

Please submit your application online through our website, at www.nac-cna.ca

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Titre : Agent(e), Politiques et programmes en ressources humaines
Numéro de concours : J0417-0242
Statut : Temps plein, permanent
Salaire : 56 200 $ à 82 100$
Date de clôture : le 27 octobre 2017

Le Canada en scène.

Ces quatre mots orientent tout ce que nous faisons en tant que catalyseur de la diffusion, de la création et de la transmission des savoirs à travers ce grand pays. Nous sommes fiers d’être un carrefour pour bon nombre des plus brillants artistes du Canada, qui captivent le public sur nos scènes et sur les scènes de tout le Canada.

Sommaire du poste

Ce poste est responsable du développement, de l’administration et de la mise à jour des politiques et programmes en ressources humaines ainsi que les procédures s’y rattachant. La personne en poste est appelée à utiliser ses connaissances des lois et des meilleures pratiques en matière de ressources humaines afin d’identifier les opportunités disponibles ainsi que les changements nécessaires aux politiques et programmes du Centre, selon le contexte organisationnel et législatif. Sous la supervision des gestionnaires en ressources humaines, ce poste conçoit, élabore, met en oeuvre, administre et veille à l’amélioration continue des politiques et des programmes en ressources humaines. Ce poste fait partie intégrante de l’équipe des ressources humaines et sera également appelé à appuyer les autres membres de l’équipe des ressources humaines en matière de dotation et de relations de travail.

Programmes

Sous la direction des gestionnaires des ressources humaines, ce poste développe et administre les programmes RH et assure le suivi étroit des lignes directrices s’y rattachant. Ceci comprend la recherche et l’analyse de données, la production de rapports, le développement de recommandations et la préparation de communications et de suivis s’y rattachant auprès des employés et des gestionnaires. Les principaux champs d’intérêts des programmes sous la responsabilité de ce poste sont : la gestion de la performance, l’administration des salaires, l’amélioration de l’assiduité, la reconnaissance des employés, l’équité en matière d’emploi, le multiculturalisme, l’orientation des employés, l’évaluation des postes, etc.

Politiques

La personne en poste effectue régulièrement des analyses comparatives et se tient informé des questions des RH, des tendances et des développements futurs liés aux normes gouvernementales, des pratiques de l’industrie et de la législation afin d’assurer la conformité et l’efficacité des politiques en ressources humaines du Centre national des Arts. La personne développe des recommandations afin d’adapter et d’améliorer les politiques en se basant sur ces analyses.

Relations avec les employés/Relations de travail

Le poste offre un appui aux gestionnaires RH dans la gestion de relations de travail ainsi que dans la gestion des relations avec les employés. Il assure également le suivi de différents processus découlant des conventions collectives et des conditions d’emploi telles que les périodes probatoires, les augmentations salariales, etc.

Compétences exigées :

• Cinq (5) années d’expérience en administration de politiques et programmes en ressources humaines ou expérience en gestion des ressources humaines équivalente;
• Diplôme universitaire en gestion des ressources humaines ou dans un domaine connexe ou cinq (5) années d’expérience équivalente;
• Connaissance théorique et pratique en gestion des ressources humaines normalement acquise au moyen d’une formation universitaire en ressources humaines ou dans un domaine connexe;
• Connaissance approfondie en ressources humaines d’au minimum deux (2) des domaines suivants : recrutement et dotation, relations de travail, administration salariales, avantages sociaux, gestion de la performance, reconnaissance des employés, équité en matière d’emploi;
• Excellente connaissance des lois et règlements fédéraux en ce qui a trait à la gestion des ressources humaines (normes d’emploi, droits de la personne, équité salariale, équité en matière d’emploi, etc);
• Expérience dans l’analyse, l’interprétation et l’application de politiques, de procédures, de règlements et de conventions collectives;
• Connaissance des défis en gestion des ressources humaines, des tendances et des pratiques;
• Souci marqué du service à la clientèle;
• Fortes aptitudes en communication et en relations interpersonnelles
• Très bon esprit d’équipe et aptitudes à travailler de façon autonome avec peu de supervision;
• Très bon esprit d’analyse et excellentes compétences en recherche;
• Bilinguisme – français et anglais (expression orale et écrite);

Qui peut postuler:

Personnes résidant au Canada ainsi que les citoyens canadiens résidant à l’étranger. La préférence sera accordée aux citoyens canadiens.

Veuillez noter que les candidats convoqués à l’entrevue devront payer leurs frais de déplacement et d’hébergement. La personne choisie devra assumer les frais de réinstallation, s’il y a lieu.

Au CNA, nous valorisons la diversité de la main-d’œuvre. C’est pourquoi nous encourageons les candidats à s’auto-identifier comme membre d’un des groupes cibles suivants : femmes, minorités visibles, Autochtones et personnes handicapées.

Bien que nous tenions compte de toutes les candidatures soumises, nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes retenues.

Comment postuler :
Vous pouvez soumettre votre candidature sur notre site Web, au www.nac-cna.ca.

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Vendredi, Octobre 27, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité: 
Université (Études de premier cycle)
Langues: 
L’anglais
Le français
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
En ligne
URL pour faire une demande en ligne: 
http://www.nac-cna.ca

Director of Development - Theatre Calgary

Theatre Calgary invites applications and referrals for the position of Director of Development.

The Organization:

Theatre Calgary, Calgary's largest professional theatre company, produces an eclectic mix of productions annually and is a model of strong fiscal management in the Canadian arts sector.

Reaching its 50th milestone in the 2017-18 season, it now looks forward to opportunities that lie ahead under the new co-leadership of Colleen Smith, Executive Director, and Stafford Arima, Artistic Director, for season 51 and beyond. Together, they aim to set a national standard for ambitious programming, passionate community engagement, and extraordinary productions.

Informed by Theatre Calgary’s 2015 – 2020 Strategic Plan: tcBOLD, the company’s mission and vision are as follows:

MISSION

To stimulate, provoke, and delight through ambitious programming created to ignite local, national and international engagement.

VISION

To stand amongst the best theatres globally as a leader in innovative, impactful and diverse programming.

Theatre Calgary has an annual operating budget of $11 million and produces a season of 6 mainstage productions in the 750-seat Max Bell Theatre at Arts Commons, a summer Shakespeare program, and a new small stage series called tcUp Close.  It has a staff complement of 30, and a board of directors numbering 27. Theatre Calgary’s endowment foundation currently sits at over $9 million and is governed by a 9 member board. The annual fundraising goal for the 2017/18 season is $1.8 million. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Theatre Calgary is looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful team player who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on, creative environment to be its new Director of Development.

Reporting to the Executive Director and supported by a dynamic department of five, primary responsibilities of this role include: advancement of fund development strategies, building the company’s contributed revenue base, and, in partnership with the Executive Director, the cultivating and stewarding of relationships with key stakeholders, including community, foundation, business leaders, our Board of Directors and our general patron base.

The ideal candidate would be an optimistic and generous individual skilled in connecting people to their passion. The right person feels comfortable working in a creative environment and has experience with: strategic planning, corporate acquisition and renewal, individual major gifts, legacy giving, and fund-raising communications, in addition to managing teams, campaigns and executive oversight of special events.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

1.    Developing and implementing an annual fund development and sponsorship plan, with related strategies for Theatre Calgary that involves corporate and individual giving, sponsorships, gala fundraisers and foundation grants;

2.    Researching, planning, implementing and directing the activities of the development department towards the goal of maximizing overall net contributed revenues;

3.    Enhancing the profile of the Theatre Calgary as a premier local and national institution for sponsors and donors through business-to-business sales coordination and research, liaising with existing and potential sponsors, managing and prioritizing communications, and processing information for dissemination to the Executive Director and Board committees while working with internal departments to ensure sponsor requirements are met;

4.    Together with the Executive Director and Artistic Director, identifying and strengthening current and prospective individual stakeholder relationships towards building a robust major gifts program and bequest program;  

5.    Working across the organization to identify, conceptualize, develop and leverage the Theatre Calgary offerings and assets, embracing new, innovative sponsorship models as well as best practices;

6.    Overseeing the management of a robust fund-raising database (Tessitura) including establishing policies for recording, maintaining and updating current donor and prospective donor information;

7.    Setting achievable annual development revenue and budget goals in conjunction with the Director of Finance and Executive Director;

8.    Overseeing the creation and management of stewardship packages and proposals with a thorough knowledge of the theatre’s ability to deliver client benefits;

9.    Together with the Executive Director, servicing, cultivating and building relationships with current and prospective sponsors;

10.  Leading the creation of sponsor agreements on behalf of the theatre; and

11.  Other duties as required.

 

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:

·Minimum 10 years of related fund development experience, achieving annual department revenue goals of $1.5M or more;

· Demonstrated success in building a major individual gifts program;

· Demonstrated success in achieving innovative sponsor partnerships that provide a high return on investment;

· Knowledge of the not-for-profit environment, and an appreciation of the performing arts;

· Awareness/experience/direct knowledge of the Western Canadian fund development landscape is preferred;

· Experience in building and managing a high-functioning and positive team culture;

·  Proficiency in Tessitura would be considered an asset; and

· Exceptional communication, customer service, time management skills with the ability to prioritize and keen attention to detail.

 

BENEFITS

Theatre Calgary offers a unique and exciting work environment, a robust total compensation package and the opportunity for advancement and employee training. Salary commensurate with experience.  

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume, salary expectations, and list of references by Friday, November 3, 2017 in confidence to:

 Margaret Genovese

Senior Partner

GENOVESE, VANDERHOOF & ASSOCIATES

77 Carlton Street, Suite 1103

Toronto, ON  M5B 2J7

416/340-2762

gvasearch@gmail.com

For additional information, see:

www.genovesevanderhoof.com or www.theatrecalgary.com

Theatre Calgary is a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres and operates within the jurisdiction of the Canadian Theatre Agreement. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful work environment. We encourage applications from qualified individuals of any cultural, religious and gender identity, age, national origin or disability status.       

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Vendredi, Novembre 3, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Calgary
Province: 
Alberta
Niveau de scolarité: 
Université (Études de premier cycle)
Langues: 
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Experienced Violin Maker

Job Duties:

  • Making new violins
  • Rebuilding violins, violas and cellos
  • Sharing techniques with colleagues
  • Participating in conferences and seminars we organize

 
Experience required:

  • Three or Four-year diploma from internationally recognized violin making school
  • 5 or more years of related professional experience
  • experience and skill in violin rebuilding

 
Wages: $44,240.00 per annum for 40 hours per week + bonus
Permanent, full-time position 
Working Language: English
 
Location: at our workshop in central Toronto, near Bay and College Streets -
Address: The Sound Post, 93 Grenville Street, Toronto, ON M5S 1B4
 
Applications from qualified Newcomers to Canada, Indigenous Persons or Persons with Disabilities are welcome and encouraged.
 
Please contact: Alistair Grieve at info@thesoundpost.com
 

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Vendredi, Décembre 1, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité: 
Diplôme d'études secondaires
Langues: 
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Chargé(e) de production et d’administration -Dance Umbrella of Ontario

Description du poste

Le(a) chargé(e) de production et d’administration prendra en charge les besoins de plusieurs clients. Le/a candidat(e) idéal(e) sera débrouillard(e) et saura prendre des initiatives tout en maintenant d’excellentes relations avec les clients. Le(a) chargé(e) de production et d’administration rendra compte auprès du directeur exécutif de DUO, auquel il/elle apportera son aide au besoin. Le poste nécessite de solliciter et rencontrer de nouveaux clients potentiels pour DUO. Le/a candidat(e) sera présent(e) à DUO toute la semaine et à temps plein ; notez qu’une présence à l’extérieur du bureau est parfois requise ponctuellement selon les projets.

Responsabilités

Le(a) chargé(e) de production et d’administration travaillera pour divers clients en leur offrant des services sur mesure en fonction de leurs besoins. Les clients de DUO sont aussi bien des compagnies établies que des artistes émergents, qui évoluent dans des formes et pratiques très variées. Le(a) chargé(e) de production et d’administration prendra en charge, pour le compte des clients, les tâches suivantes :

·       Développer, avec le client, les projets artistiques et plans stratégiques des organisations concernées ; déterminer les étapes de réalisation du projet ; veiller au bon déroulement du projet

·       Planifier et exécuter les projets de production et autres programmes des clients

·       Développer une stratégie de financement pour les revenus à la fois gouvernementaux et privés ; revoir, corriger et gérer les demandes de subventions des clients

·       Développer et gérer les budgets (opérationnels ou par projet) ; gérer la trésorerie ; fournir des rapports financiers et autres comptes rendus auprès des clients et de leurs conseils d’administration ; maintenir des systèmes pour la gestion des revenus et le paiement des factures de certains clients

·       Maintenir des relations avec les subventionneurs et les diffuseurs de danse

·       Rédiger et soumettre des demandes de subventions (conseils des arts et fondations) ainsi que les rapports finaux

·       Gérer le processus contractuel avec les artistes, équipes techniques, diffuseurs et/ou fournisseurs

·       Gérer les budgets organisationnels des clients concernés ; faire le suivi budgétaire des dépenses et revenus, en comparaison avec les projections financières, afin d’aider les clients dans leur prise de décisions

·       Travailler en lien avec l’équipe du marketing et des communications pour participer à l’exécution des campagnes de communication des clients ; travailler avec les clients pour planifier et exécuter un plan de distribution et de marketing collatéral

·       Contribuer à la recherche de sponsors potentiels et recueillir leurs dons en nature si nécessaire

·       Assister aux réunions de conseils d’administration et seconder le secrétaire général

·       Collaborer avec les partenaires artistiques et techniques sur l’organisation, la planification, la logistique et le marketing liés aux projets concernés

·       Collaborer avec les équipes de production sur la planification, la logistique et les équipements éventuels

·       Autres tâches connexes

Prérequis

  • 1 à 3 ans d’expérience dans le secteur du spectacle vivant
  • Bilinguisme (anglais/français) indispensable, oral et écrit

·       Esprit d’équipe

·       Esprit d’initiative et passion pour la réussite de la danse en Ontario

·       Aisance relationnelle et capacité de gérer des situations et personnes très diverses

·       Excellente gestion du temps ; gestion de plusieurs projets simultanés ; gestion des priorités ; respect des délais

·       Compétences rédactionnelles solides, révisions, relectures

·       Très grand souci du détail

·       Solides compétences en planification et coordination

·       Expérience et familiarité avec les principes de financement gouvernemental

·       Compréhension des principes des organismes à but non lucratif et/ou de bienfaisance

·       Disponibilité certains soirs et fins de semaines (ponctuellement) pour certains projets

·       Connaissance d’Adobe InDesign (un atout)

Qualifications

Le/a candidat(e) idéal(e) sera un(e) gestionnaire des arts particulièrement motivé(e) ayant de l’expérience dans le secteur des organismes à but non lucratif. Il/elle doit avoir un diplôme universitaire en gestion des arts.

·       Mûr(e), ayant de l’expérience en gestion de projets, incluant budgets, financements publics, rapports et bilans, et veillant à respecter les délais

·       Excellente maîtrise des logiciels de la suite Microsoft Office (Word et Excel principalement)

·       Etudes supérieures

Profil du/de la candidat(e)

·       Solides compétences en communication

·       Capacité à créer de bonnes relations avec les clients

·       Capacité d’analyse et de résolution des problèmes

·       Excellente organisation

·       Discrétion dans le cadre de projets contenant des informations confidentielles

·       Maturité professionnelle et capacité de jugement

Comment postuler ?

Veuillez faire parvenir votre CV en anglais, une lettre de motivation (en anglais) et trois références à info@danceumbrella.net

Seuls les candidat(e)s sélectionné(e)s pour une entrevue seront contacté(e)s. Les personnes sélectionnées seront contactées au cours de la semaine suivant la date limite de candidature. Merci de ne pas nous contacter par téléphone.

La date limite de candidature est le mercredi 11 octobre 2017 à 17h00.

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Mercredi, Octobre 11, 2017
Date de début: 
Mercredi, Novembre 1, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité: 
Université (Études de premier cycle)
Langues: 
L’anglais
Le français
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Producing & Administration Manager - Dance Umbrella of Ontario

Job Description

The Producing and Administrative Manager will manage multiple clients’ needs on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be a self-starter producing all materials on behalf of DUO clients, while maintaining exceptional client relations. The Producing and Administrative Manager reports directly to DUO’s Executive Director and provides support to the ED as required. The position actively seeks out and solicits new clients for DUO. The candidate will work out of the DUO offices for the full work week, though some off-site work is required.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Producing & Administrative Manager will work with a roster of clients meeting their individual needs by providing tailored services.  DUO’s clients range from established companies to emerging individual dance artists and represent various dance forms and practices.  The Manager provides the following client service support:

  • Develops artistic and organization strategic plans with the client; defining steps to implement the plan, monitoring progress
  • Develops and executes project plans for productions and client programs
  • Develops funding strategies for government and private sources; reviewing, editing, managing grant applications and all reporting
  • Develops and manages operational and project specific budgets; cash flow management; financial and other reporting to the client and the client’s Board of Directors; maintaining reporting systems for handling income and paying expenses
  • Maintains relations with arts funders and dance presenters
  • Manages the contracting process for all artists, crew, presenters and vendors
  • Manages client organizational budgets; track expenses and revenues and provides reports to assist in decision making
  • Liaises with Marketing and Communications staff to support the execution of the clients’ communications campaign; works with clients to plan and execute a distribution plan for marketing collateral
  • Provides support to prospect and secure in-kind donations and potential sponsors
  • Attends board meetings and provide support to the Board Secretary
  • Liaises with artistic and technical partners on scheduling, logistics and marketing
  • Liaises with the clients’ production team on scheduling, logistics and equipment
  • Other duties as required

Requirements:

  • Must be fluently bilingual; oral and written
  • An entrepreneurial sprit and a passion for the success of dance in Ontario
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with a wide range of people and situations.
  • Excellent time management skills; manages multiple projects simultaneously, sets and balances priorities, and meets multiple deadlines.
  • Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong planning and coordination skills
  • Experience with the principles of government arts funding
  • An understanding of the principles of not-for-profit and charitable organizations
  • Available for evening and weekend work when required
  • Knowledge of Adobe InDesign is considered an asset

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated arts manager, with experience in the non-profit sector. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in arts administration, or equivalent business experience.

Excellent computer skills and knowledge of software programs including; Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).

Personal traits/requirements:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to build rapport with clients.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
  • Discretion when dealing with confidential information.
  • Professional maturity and judgment.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Those selected will be contacted within one week of the submission deadline. No phone calls, please.

Please submit your resume, cover letter and 3 references to:  duo@danceumbrella.net 

Please note the salary range for this position is $33-43K commensurate with experience.

Our website is:  http://www.danceumbrella.net

            
 

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Mercredi, Octobre 11, 2017
Date de début: 
Mercredi, Novembre 1, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité: 
Université (Études de premier cycle)
Langues: 
L’anglais
Le français
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Assistant Conductor & Community Ambassador

Assistant Conductor & Community Ambassador
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra & Francis Winspear Centre for Music

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) is an ensemble with adventurous programming that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves, and has been an anchor in Edmonton’s music community for over six decades. Our vision is to make music accessible to everyone and minimize barriers for people to access musical arts experiences. The ESO invites applications from qualified individuals for the full-time position of Assistant Conductor & Community Ambassador.

Under the guidance of Chief Conductor Alexander Prior, and with regular feedback from ESO musicians, this is a mentorship position for a promising conductor. This role encompasses not only conducting duties, but also outreach into the community and a regular role at the Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA) program, an El Sistema-based program aiming to enact social change through music education.

Responsibilities will include:

  • preparing scores for all ESO programs and stepping in to conduct as necessary
  • attending all rehearsals and assisting all conductors by providing balance reports and feedback as requested
  • assuming responsibility for some rehearsals and assigned concerts
  • conducting YONA ensembles and supporting the artistic development of the YONA program
  • promotion of the ESO and Winspear via media, social media, and public relations opportunities
  • representing the ESO and Winspear in community outreach activities and patron development initiatives
  • programming committee duties

Qualified applicants will have:

  • legal eligibility to work in Canada
  • reached an advanced level of studies in music
  • previous conducting experience
  • experience working with children/youth
  • initiative and passion for sharing music and for providing exceptional musical experiences
  • the ability to run rehearsals and communicate with an audience in English

Compensation: Minimum $48,000 annually, plus $2,500 towards professional development opportunities

Term: 2 years (with possibility of extension), with a 1-year probationary period

To Apply: Complete the form found on this page. Applicants will be required to submit:

  • A CV, detailing experience in conducting, working with children and youth, and in music performance settings
  • A 500-word artist biography
  • Conducting videos for 3 contrasting works
  • A video meant to “sell” a concert on social media
  • A “dream” Masters series concert program
  • An Education concert program, aimed at students in Kindergarten-Grade 3
  • 3 References; 2 for conducting and 1 to speak to abilities with children and youth

Application Deadline: October 20, 2017

Finalists will be notified no later than October 27, 2017.  Finalists must be available to travel to Edmonton for the audition period of November 21 and 22, 2017.

Please address questions to assistantconductor@winspearcentre.com.

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Vendredi, Octobre 20, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Edmonton
Province: 
Alberta
Niveau de scolarité: 
Diplôme d'études secondaires
Langues: 
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
En ligne
URL pour faire une demande en ligne: 
https://goo.gl/forms/BQ6246s0avsZvYG22

Digital Creator Program Lead

Project Description

The Digital Creator project will establish low-barrier media arts-based creator spaces for youth (ages 14-19) in six partner communities across Northern Ontario. These spaces will operate as drop-in, out-of-school learning  environments for youth to develop skills in digital media using a participatory culture model. These spaces will inspire creative experimentation, peer networking/collaboration, civic engagement, and hands-on learning using various media arts disciplines. These disciplines include video production, audio recording, graphic design, and coding/programming. This project is aimed to have a positive cultural impact on the community of Timmins, Ontario and surrounding area by increasing participation of youth in digital media creation.

 

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and Director/Curator at the Timmins Museum: National Exhibition Centre, the Digital Creator Program Lead will be responsible for coordinating and executing the Digital Creator North project in Timmins, Ontario. The project will offer structured and unstructured learning environments in digital and media arts for young users. Program Leads will be required to create a welcoming space and develop responsive media arts programming for teens in the community. Program Leads will also be required to conduct consistent off-site structured programming in collaboration with the Timmins Public Library on a regular basis.

 

Duties

  • Develop responsive programming in various media arts disciplines
  • Help to develop a low-barrier digital space for teens 
  • Maintaining, updating and evaluating equipment when necessary
  • Preparing regular written reports and recording program data for evaluation
  • Plan and coordinate with Near North Mobile Media Lab and Community Partners to reach goals
  • Work with community partners to develop strategies for local marketing
  • Assist in maintaining the website through social media, blogs, behind-the-scenes documentation and event postings

 

Core Requirements

Please Note: Due to this position being supported through the NOHFC’s Northern Ontario Internship Program the successful applicant must meet the   following requirements:

  • Be a university or college graduate who has graduated within the last three years from an accredited college or university in the Degree or Diploma program in Media Arts, Community Development, Non-Profit   Administration, Education or related field. Candidates must be graduates of post-secondary degree or diploma programs.
  • This position will be a first full-time employment in the candidate’s field of study.
  • Candidates are only eligible to participate in the internship program one time.   
  • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

 

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and within defined timelines
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Self-motivated, well-organized, self-starter who is attentive to detail
  • Community-minded and able to facilitate outreach strategies
  • Knowledge of Northern communities 
  • Bilingualism is an asset.
  • Comfortable communicating via various social media platforms
  • Working knowledge of film and video equipment, digital and media     technologies and software with willingness to expand knowledge based 
  • on teen interest
  • Work experience in any related field a benefit
  • Personal interest or active artistic practice in digital media discipline an asset
  • Previous experience with teen/young adults in an educational setting an asset
  • First Aid Training or willing to get certified 

 

The Near North Mobile Media Lab in its ongoing efforts to prevent, identify and remove barriers for people with disabilities will provide work-related accommodation for employees with disabilities, upon request. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY  EMPLOYER.

 

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will require a “Police Records Search Certificate” intended for the Vulnerable Sector.

 

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter (in a PDF attachment) to mobilemedialab@gmail.com. Please reference “Digital Creator North Program Lead” in the subject line of email. No phone calls please.

Contact Info:

Name: Kirsten Kosloski

Title: Program Coordinator

Email: mobilemedialab@gmail.com

Website: www.n2m2l.ca, digitalcreator.ca

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Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Lundi, Octobre 16, 2017
Date de début: 
Lundi, Novembre 6, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À contrat
Ville: 
Timmins
Province: 
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité: 
Collège/Cégep
Langues: 
L’anglais
Le français
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Oui
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

Bilingual Industry Services Coordinator – Communications and Events

The Bilingual Industry Services Coordinator – Communications and Events will coordinate and carry out communications and logistics for a variety of events and activities including film festivals, speaker events, conferences and special marketing initiatives.

Reporting to On Screen Manitoba’s Executive Director, the Bilingual Industry Services Coordinator – Communications and Events will work collaboratively with On Screen Manitoba staff and event partners to develop and implement communication strategies and event plans for several large-scale events and film festivals in Winnipeg. The Bilingual Industry Services Coordinator – Communications and Events will be based in the On Screen Manitoba office and will be spend certain days each week working in the offices of specific event partners.

Responsibilities  

Communications

  • Collaborate with On Screen Manitoba staff and partner organizations to develop communications strategies that will broaden audience reach of specific events;
  • Update content on various websites and social media;
  • Participate in the planning, writing, editing, production and distribution of various reports, newsletters and publications;

Special Events Coordination

  • Contribute to pre- and post-event planning and discussion;
  • Develop and maintain timelines for projects;
  • Research and coordinate the cost, schedule and location of events;
  • Provide organizational and logistic support at events.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Post-secondary degree in a related field;
  • Superb communication, verbal, written and editorial skills in English and French;
  • A minimum of two years of experience in a related field;
  • Ability to communicate messages in a professional and engaging manner;
  • Exceptional organizational abilities and time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, and prioritize workload;
  • Strong computer skills and excellent knowledge of MS Office programs;
  • Good knowledge and experience in website management (content, updates, etc.);
  • Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating communication plans and materials an asset;
  • Social media experience coupled with an understanding of search engine optimization and analytics an asset;
  • An interest in understanding the workings of the media production industry.

Eligibility Criteria

Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage is an internship program for unemployed or underemployed college or university graduates. It helps graduates make the transition from college or university to the workplace, allowing them to hone their professional skills and begin a career in the heritage, arts and cultural sectors. An individual may be eligible for an internship if they:

  • are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent status are not eligible);
  • are legally entitled to work in Canada;
  • will be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
  • are willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment;
  • will not have another full-time job (over 30 hours a week) while employed with the program;
  • are an unemployed or underemployed college or university graduate, that is, not employed full-time;
  • are a recent graduate who has graduated from college or university within the last 24 months at the start of employment;
  • are not receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits while employed with the program; and
  • have not previously participated in or been paid under this or any other Career Focus internship program funded under the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment Strategy.

Remuneration: based on an annual salary range of $35,000 – $40,000.

Duration of Contract

This is a six-month contract (with potential for renewal) starting October 1, 2017. 

Please send your resume and a letter of motivation to Cali Ramsey at cali@onscreenmanitoba.com by 5 PM Tuesday, September 12, 2017. 

Please note: only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

On Screen Manitoba leads the development of a dynamic media production industry that is recognized for its world-class creative and technical talent.  Our members work in all genres and formats (in English, French and Indigenous languages) and have access to some of the best production incentives in Canada.

 

Titre : Coordonnateur/trice des services à l’industrie – communications et événements (bilingue).

Le Coordonnateur/trice des services à l’industrie – Communications et événements sera responsable de la coordination et la réalisation des communications et des éléments logistiques de divers événements et activités, y compris des festivals de films, des conférences, des colloques et des initiatives de marketing.

Sous la direction de la directrice générale, le Coordonnateur/trice des services à l’industrie – Communications et événements travaillera de façon collaborative avec le personnel d’On Screen Manitoba et avec divers partenaires afin de développer et de mettre en place des stratégies de communications et des plans événementiels pour plusieurs événements et festivals de films à Winnipeg. Le Coordonnateur/trice des services à l’industrie – Communications et événements sera basé dans les bureaux de On Screen Manitoba et passera certains jours de chaque semaine dans les bureaux des partenaires.

Tâches

Communications

  • En collaboration avec le personnel d’On Screen Manitoba et des partenaires désignés, développer des stratégies de communications pour augmenter l’engagement des publics par rapport à des événements et activités spécifiques;
  • Développement et mise à jour de plusieurs sites web et comptes de réseaux sociaux;
  • Participer à la planification, la rédaction, la révision, la mise en page, et la distribution de divers rapports, infolettres, et autres outils de communication.

Coordination d’événements spéciaux

  • Contribuer aux discussions de planification et de rétroaction entourant les événements;
  • Développer et maintenir des horaires et plans d’action la gestion de projets;
  • Effectuer des recherches sur le coût, l’horaire et les lieux des événements spéciaux;
  • Fournir un appui organisationnel et logistique lors des événements spéciaux.

Compétences et niveau d’expérience recherchés 

  • Diplôme post-secondaire dans un domaine connexe;
  • Excellente capacité en communication verbale et écrite en français et en anglais;
  • Minimum de deux ans d’expérience dans un domaine connexe.
  • Capacité à communiquer de façon professionnelle et engageante;
  • Capacités d’organisation et de gestion du temps exceptionnelles, capacité à respecter des dates de tombées et à établir les priorités de la charge de travail;
  • Compétences en informatique et connaissance à fond des programmes MS Office;
  • Connaissance et expérience en développement et maintien de sites web (contenu, mises à jour, etc.);
  • Une expérience en développement, mise en œuvre et évaluation de plans et d’outils de sera un atout;
  • Une expérience en gestion de réseaux sociaux ainsi qu’une compréhension de l’optimisation des moteurs de recherche et l’analyse de données;
  • Un intérêt à comprendre le fonctionnement de l’industrie de la production audiovisuelle.

Critères de sélection

Jeunesse Canada au travail pour une carrière vouée au patrimoine est un programme de stages pour les diplômés d’un collège ou d’une université qui sont sans emploi ou sous-employés. Le programme aide les diplômés à faire la transition du collège ou de l’université au milieu de travail; ils peuvent ainsi améliorer leurs compétences professionnelles et entamer une carrière dans les secteurs du patrimoine, des arts et de la culture.

Les individus qui souhaitent faire une demande de stage doivent répondre aux critères d’admissibilité suivants :

  • être citoyen canadien ou résident permanent, ou avoir le statut de réfugié au Canada (les non-Canadiens qui détiennent un visa d’emploi temporaire ou qui attendent d’obtenir leur statut de résident permanent ne sont pas admissibles);
  • être légalement autorisé à travailler au Canada;
  • avoir entre 16 et 30 ans au moment de commencer le stage;
  • s’engager à travailler pendant toute la durée du stage;
  • ne pas avoir un autre emploi à temps plein (plus de 30 heures par semaine) pendant la durée du stage;
  • être un diplômé collégial ou universitaire sans emploi ou sous-employé, c’est-à-dire qui ne travaille pas à temps plein;
  • être un diplômé récent ayant obtenu un diplôme collégial ou universitaire au cours des 24 derniers mois précédant la date d’entrée en fonction;
  • ne pas recevoir de prestations d’assurance-emploi (AE) pendant la durée du stage;
  • ne pas avoir participé ou reçu un salaire dans le cadre de ce programme ou d’un autre du volet Objectif carrière de la Stratégie emploi jeunesse du gouvernement du Canada.

Rémunération: basée sur un salaire annuel en $35,000 et $40,000.

Durée du contrat:

Il s’agit d’un contrat de six mois (avec potentiel de prolongement) débutant le 1 octobre 2017

Veuillez envoyer votre CV et une lettre de présentation à Cali Ramsey au cali@onscreenmanitoba.com avant 17h le mardi 12 septembre 2017. 

Veuillez noter que nous communiqueront uniquement avec les candidat(e)s sélectionnés pour un entretien.

On Screen Manitoba mène le développement d’une industrie de la production audiovisuelle dynamique, reconnue pour sa main-d’œuvre créative de calibre mondial et ses talents techniques Nos membres travaillent dans tous les genres et formats (en anglais, français et langues autochtones) et ont accès aux meilleurs incitatifs de productions au Canada.

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Mardi, Septembre 12, 2017
Date de début: 
Lundi, Octobre 2, 2017
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Winnipeg
Province: 
Manitoba
Niveau de scolarité: 
Collège/Cégep
Langues: 
L’anglais
Le français
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel
URL pour faire une demande en ligne: 
http://onscreenmanitoba.com/bilingual-industry-services-coordinator-communicatio…

Artistic Producer

Gwaandak Theatre is looking for a passionate, creative, vibrant Artistic Producer to join our team, helping us to deliver our 17th season and build for the next decade.

Gwaandak Theatre is dedicated to producing and touring professional plays to empower Indigenous and Northern voices. Our vision is to illuminate Indigenous and Northern Stories around the world.

This is a 6-month term position of 30 hours/week beginning in January 2018, conditional on funding, with strong potential to become permanent full-time. This job is based in beautiful Whitehorse, Yukon.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Working in a collaborative team under supervision of the Artistic Director and the General Manager, the Artistic Producer will play a vital, hands-on role in implementing Gwaandak Theatre’s artistic vision. This person will be directly involved with both artistic and administrative tasks, including but not limited to outreach, artistic program delivery, grant-writing, fundraising, artistic visioning, marketing, and general assistance in realization of our five-year strategic plan.

Responsibilities are challenging, varied and rewarding. Contact us for the full job description.

Artistic

  • Collaborate with the Artistic Director in artistic discussions around season planning, artistic visioning and project development
  • Participate in the reading and assessment of scripts, both solicited and unsolicited, and in sending responses to playwrights
  • Community outreach and audience development including development of relationships with First Nations, organizations within and outside of the arts, rural communities, youth, culturally diverse groups, LGBQT2 communities, and people with disabilities, through meaningful dialogue, creative partnerships, and attendance at public events

Producing

  • Artistic program delivery, including coordination, logistics and leadership role, for some of: play development workshops; theatre workshop training series; Indigenous Summer Play Readings; public readings; productions; regional, national and international tours, under direction of the Artistic Director and/or General Manager. In 2018 major projects include: Yukon production/tour of The Unplugging; Vuntut Gwitch’in Stories For Theatre in Old Crow; national tour of Paradise; translation of work into Yukon Indigenous languages.

Administration

  • Work with the Artistic Director and General Manager to refine the organization’s strategic plan, with Board of Directors, in line with the company’s vision and mission statements and within given resources

Public Relations and Marketing

  • Represent the artistic side of the theatre’s work at development and marketing events as required
  • Participate in developing strategies with the Artistic Director, General Manager and Marketing Coordinator for company, production and special event marketing and promotion plans
  • Participate in the promotion of Gwaandak Theatre work for national and international touring

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

The ideal candidate is interested in learning more about all aspects of the successful running of an Indigenous-centred northern theatre. They are eager to contribute to and help shape the artistic journey, vision and mandate of one of the most progressive and innovative theatre companies in Canada.

 The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working in the theatre sector, understanding of the theatre-making process and the challenges and demands of a producing theatre, and willingness to learn more
  • Proven organizational and time management skills with ability to multi-task, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
  • A commitment to working within the guiding vision of Gwaandak Theatre, including a passion for transformative stories, perspectives and voices, artist-centred and Indigenous work, and for respect, health and balance in our art practice and our lives
  • Some awareness of the national theatrical ecology, with a particular understanding of contemporary Indigenous, northern and diverse arts perspectives, and willingness to learn more
  • An interest not only in developing the capacity of this organization, but also in contributing to the growth of our broader sector
  • An ability to work with and contribute to a multi-faceted team
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft software (Word and Excel) and PC computer
  • Proven ability to work positively and constructively with senior staff and volunteers
  • Flexibility and adaptability to assist with new projects, challenges and technologies as they arise
  • Ability to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner
  • Experience working in the non-profit sector is also an asset
  • Valid driver’s license an asset

If this appeals to you and you believe you can make a difference through theatre, we want to hear from you. We strongly encourage applications from qualified candidates of First Nations, Inuit and Métis origin, and from other Indigenous and visible minority backgrounds, in keeping with our company’s mandate.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is a 6-month term position from January 8 to June 30, 2018, at $25 per hour plus vacation pay and health benefits, for an average of 30 hours per week (with potential for up to 37.5h/week). There is a strong possibility that this position will become permanent.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications with a resume and at least two relevant letters of reference by Tuesday, September 15, 2017 at 4:00 pm PST to info@gwaandaktheatre.ca with the subject line “Submission Artistic Producer.” For further information, please visit gwaandaktheatre.ca or call/email Gwaandak Theatre’s General Manager, Marjolène Gauthier, at 867-393-2676. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

 

Find this info at gwaandaktheatre.ca/job-opportunities

Date limite pour soumettre la demande: 
Vendredi, Septembre 15, 2017
Date de début: 
Lundi, Janvier 8, 2018
Genre de travail: 
À temps plein
Ville: 
Whitehorse
Province: 
Yukon
Niveau de scolarité: 
Collège/Cégep
Langues: 
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?: 
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi: 
Par courriel

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