Job Description

Managing Director \xe2\x80\x93 Theatre Projects Manitoba

Are you an energetic leader and a fierce advocate for the value of live theatre? Are you a resourceful problem-solver who sees obstacles as opportunities for growth? Do you have a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a passion for the everyday citizen? Are you interested in fearlessly tackling the risky business of theatre-making with a team that values innovation, collaboration, kindness, and a great sense of humour?

Terrific\xe2\x80\x94we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone with organizational vision to help lead Theatre Projects into its next cycle of growth and dynamism.

We want to hear from you!

Position Description:

We are seeking a Managing Director who is a strong co-leader and can bring stable yet visionary leadership to the administrative portfolio of the company. This is not an artistic position but it is a CREATIVE position. Our Managing Director will be someone who understands that creative risk is where the magic happens and will ensure that these leaps of faith are supported by responsible management.

TPM functions in a co-leadership model where each Director has their own area of focus and expertise, but both are working closely on most aspects of the company\xe2\x80\x99s operations. That said, because we are a small company, both the Artistic and Managing Directors are required to do a lot of hands-on work to execute their vision.

We strongly encourage submissions from all qualified individuals from all communities regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation or abilities. We believe in diversity, equity and inclusion and TPM is committed to reflecting this community in which we live, work and play.

This is a full-time permanent position.

Hours of work/Schedule: 35 hours per week; flexible and variable \xe2\x80\x93 some evening and weekend work is required.

Generous vacation allowance (starting at 4-weeks paid vacation per year)

Salary range: $45,000 to $55,000 plus health benefits (moving expenses negotiable)

Start Date: August 2023 or a mutually agreed upon date.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Managing Director regularly reports to the Board of Directors and works in close collaboration with the Artistic Director to ensure the successful alignment of artistic, production, and organizational needs and priorities.

Vision & Company Leadership

Develop new and innovative Arts management practices that further the values of the company while keeping a pulse on national and international trends in the theatre ecology.

Generate and evaluate financial and organizational goals, objectives, and strategies to support the strategic plan and overall artistic vision of the company into its next era of growth, success, and financial sustainability.

Plan administrative direction and manage administrative function including office staff & volunteers.

Pursue ongoing personal professional development.

Co-represent (with the Artistic Director) the company to PACT and other professional organizations locally, nationally and (if relevant) internationally.

Sustain a work culture that is safe, collaborative, flexible, inclusive, and fun; nurturing an exciting workplace where people can bring the best version of themselves.

Be an advocate and resource for emerging arts administrators and leaders.

Fundraising & Stakeholder Stewardship

Develop, manage and/or execute TPM\xe2\x80\x99s annual fundraising strategy and targeted campaigns, in collaboration with the Artistic Director.

Maintain relationships with major sponsors and donors and actively cultivate new prospective supporters (sponsors, foundations, and donors), as well as seeking new and renewed revenue sources.

Work with the Artistic Director to secure maximum support from Public Funders.

Financial

Develop, and implement production, programming, and operations budgets, providing oversight and control, with input from the Artistic Director.

Monitor and control revenues and expenditures and cash flow.

Work with TPM\xe2\x80\x99s bookkeeper on all financial matters, transactions and reports.

Oversee year-end audit and Charitable Information Return.

Administration

Manage all human resources functions, in consultation with the Board of Directors and Artistic Director.

Supervise payroll, and maintenance and issuing of employee records and all related government forms and filings.

Supervise management of the Theatre\'s database & information systems including box office systems and reporting.

Communications

Work with the Artistic Director, to develop and manage the communication and marketing strategy of the company, taking an active role in the oversight of communications, media relations, and engagement with external stakeholders.

Be a public facing representative of the company, attending events, speaking to the public, our stakeholders, and media.

Production:

Provide producing support to the Artistic Director, Production Manager, and company:

Negotiate and enter into agreements and contracts on behalf of the Theatre, including technical and artistic personnel selected by the Artistic Director, and obtaining rights and permissions.

Oversee/maintain production budget in cooperation with the Production Manager.

Ensure collective agreements and individual and organizational contracts are upheld. \xe2\x80\x8b

Requirements:

The following qualifications/experience are ESSENTIAL in this position:

A love of the performing arts.

Strong, collaborative decision-making abilities.

Excellent project management skills.

Strong financial management skills and some experience in creating, managing, presenting, and interpreting budgets.

Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Experience within Canada\xe2\x80\x99s professional theatre and performing arts ecosystem (familiarity with the Manitoba theatre scene an asset).

Exceptional communications skills, both written and verbal.

A track record of positive fundraising, sponsor and donor stewardship and acumen in researching and writing grants.

Ability to forge partnerships and cultivate support from the private sector.

Enthusiasm for empowering staff to achieve priorities; ability to lead a team and inspire leadership in others.

Fluency with Microsoft Office suite.

The following qualifications/experience would be an asset in this position:

5+ years experience independently producing or working in an administrative or producing position in a professional theatrical organization. Similar and related experience will be considered.

Familiarity with the various labour agreements in Canadian theatre.

Post-secondary education in Arts Management, Theatre Production, or Business Administration. Education in other specializations or equivalent work experience will be considered.

Social Media literacy including familiarity with Canva.

Fluency with Quickbooks and database management.

Experience in mentoring.

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