Job Description

Introducing the National Arts Centre

The National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada's bilingual, multi-disciplinary home for the performing arts. The NAC presents, creates, produces, and co-produces performing arts programming in various streams-the NAC Orchestra, Dance, English Theatre, French Theatre, Indigenous Theatre, and Popular Music and Variety-and nurtures the next generation of audiences and artists from across Canada. The NAC is located in the National Capital Region on the unceded territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation.



At the National Arts Centre, we believe the performing arts are vital to the human experience. A house of dreams for the Canadian performing arts, we work with artists and arts organizations from across this land to revitalize our sector.



Curious to learn more? Read our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, The Journey Ahead.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Accessibility

We are on a journey, committed to ensuring that equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-racism and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples will guide our actions.




The NAC welcomes applications from candidates who can help us meet our vision, and contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. When you join the NAC, you will be part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to employees' well-being, access, potential, and success. The NAC actively seeks candidates who identify as women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour (IBPoC), members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people with disabilities. We encourage you to self-identify in the recruitment process.


Job Number: J0925-0762
Job Title: EMERGING ARTISTS PROGRAM ASSOCIATE
Employment Type: Full-Time, Term
Job Category: Music
Open Positions: 1
Posting Date: September 25, 2025
Closing Date: October 26, 2025
Salary: $28.80 - $35.98/Hour
Language Requirement: Bilingual
Working Hours: 35 hours per week. An irregular work-week schedule might occasionally be required.
Job Reports To: Emerging Artist Programs Manager

Key Activities

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A 3-week program of professional development led by the NAC Orchestra and Artistic Director Alexander Shelley for up to 50 young artists from around the world, the NACO Mentorship Program requires proven support staff working with the NACO Emerging Artist Programs Manager to prepare and execute this internationally renowned program. The Program will run from June 8 to June 25, 2026.




Reporting to and supporting the NACO Emerging Artist Programs Manager, the Associate is responsible for assisting with the Program's participant body including preparing audition recordings for the selection committee, communicating with participants regarding contracts, travel, and union membership, preparing and distributing orientation materials, and coordinating rooming assignments.




The Associate will also assist the NACO Emerging Artist Programs Manager with the delivery of the 2026 NACO Bursary competition, a two-day juried event held on April 20 and 21, 2026 that encourages the pursuit of excellence on the part of young local instrumentalists aspiring to orchestral careers.

Skill Requirements

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Minimum 1-year professional experience in arts administration or school registrar setting; Classical music knowledge an asset; Previous work at the NAC is an asset; Must have excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of professionalism and tact; Must be proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Social Media; Flexibility and availability to work within an irregular schedule, including weekdays and weekends, during NACO Mentorship Program and NACO Bursary Competition delivery periods; Fluent in both official languages is a strong asset; Police security verification required.

Who Can Apply

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



As part of NAC's interview process, in-person interviews may be required. Please ensure to have the most up-to-date information on your resume including your current email address.

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

Important Notice

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The National Arts Centre (NAC) is committed to inclusive employee recruitment and selection. The NAC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please inform us as soon as possible and we will make every effort to fulfill your accommodation request.



The successful candidate will be required to provide the original or a true certified copy of their education credentials as appropriate, along with proof of a valid Criminal Background Check as a condition of employment.