Odyssey Theatre, Ottawa’s premier summer theatre company, is seeking applications for the position of General Manager. Currently in its 31st season, Odyssey Theatre is renowned for its unique and innovative style of theatre, which incorporates mask, dance-theatre, Commedia dell’Arte, and puppetry. Odyssey Theatre is widely respected for the high quality of its original work as well as adaptations of the classics. Our season currently includes a mainstage open-air summer production, workshops of new plays in development and developmental workshops for artists. The Company’s plans for growth include collaboration with other theatres, touring and facility development.
Odyssey Theatre is searching for a dynamic, organized, self-initiating, results driven person to join our team and lead the company in administrative matters. Working closely with the Artistic Director and the Board of Directors, the General Manager will advance the artistic vision of the Company, ensure successful financial and administrative operations of the organization, and help the Company grow while continuing its history of sound financial management.
The General Manager develops and implements an administrative strategy including budgeting, fundraising and marketing, to meet artistic goals. Key priorities for the General Manager include grant writing, fundraising and overseeing the Theatre’s summer operations. The General Manager is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the office and for hiring administrative staff.
We are looking for creative individuals who want to grow with the Company. Candidates should be passionate about the arts, excited by Odyssey’s mandate and have:
- University or college degree
- Proven leadership capabilities and management experience
- Excellent organizational and communication (written and oral) skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative and responsibility
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Arts administration training and experience
- Fundraising experience
- Willingness to work flexible hours
This is a full time position. Salary is commensurate with experience/competitive with industry.
Please send a resume, cover letter, up to 5 pages of writing samples relevant to the position (e.g. press release, fundraising letter, grant excerpt), the names of three references, and availability by June 10th, 2016 to: Laurie Steven, Artistic Director at hr@odysseytheatre.ca.
All applications will be held in confidence. Only selected candidates will be contacted. For more information about Odyssey Theatre please visit our website at www.odysseytheatre.ca.
