Job Description

TO Live has an exciting full-time opportunity in its Programming Department in the role of Producer.

The Programming Department of TO Live, headed by the Vice-President of Programming is responsible for securing, servicing, and delivering TO Live's rental business including corporate and private events, education and engagement, and TO Live Presents programming.

One of three Producers, this role reports to the Director of Programming and works closely with the Vice President of Programming, Director of Production, the Marketing and Communications and Ticketing Services Departments.

The Producers are focused on TO Live Presents programming and are responsible for budgeting, contracting, planning, scheduling and executing events on time and on budget.

TO Live Presents seasons include a wide range of events across all disciplines in its theatres ranging in size from 200 to over 3,000 seating capacity. In addition to programming work for the seven main stages in its three venues, TO Live is also committed to activating its public and gallery spaces.

Reflecting TO Live's interest in programming exciting and high quality music events, and to complement the existing experience and skills in the Department, TO Live is seeking a candidate who, while expected to be capable of producing across art forms, has demonstrable experience working on music events.

ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a deep understanding of each of the artists and projects for which the Producer is responsible.
• Create and prepare programming budgets for review with individual estimates for each department.
• Ensure all budgets include appropriate forecasting and budget modifications as required.
• Prepare and review contracts for TO Live Presentations for execution by the Vice-President of Programming and the President and CEO.
• Continually update "working" budgets with actuals as they become known, escalating budget issues appropriately as needed.
• Create financial reporting showing the original budget and each program's actual expenditures.
• Control expenses and maximize revenues. Adhere to the requirements of TO Live's Finance Policy # 305 - At-Risk Presentations.
• Prepare budgets for government grants and other development needs in consultation with the Development Department.
• Monitor daily the activities and work schedules of the venues.
• Liaise between production, administration and visiting artists, including co-production and co-presentation partners.
• Oversee the care and coordination of visiting artists with administrative staff and stage management.
• Reconcile and negotiate final settlement with co-producers and presented companies.
• Contract artists and directors under terms and conditions of the Canadian Theatre Agreements and associated agreements.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum five years of cultural program management and/or financial administration experience in the performing arts and/or special event sectors.
• Experience producing music events is an asset and will be prioritised.
• Practical working knowledge and experience in event, stage and production management preferably in a unionized environment.
• Experience in drafting contracts and strong negotiating skills.
• Thorough understanding and preparation of program budgeting.
• Financially responsible with excellent financial acumen.
• Strong communication, written and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and highly organized.

Additional Info: WORKING CONDITIONS

• Flexibility in hours and schedules and include work on nights and weekends as required.
• Lack of natural light in workplace.
• Travel between TO Live venues as required.
• Adhere to the TO Live Health & Safety policies and protocols including Covid vaccine and guidelines.

THE ORGANIZATION:

TO Live is one of Canada's largest multi-arts organizations, operating three iconic venues: Meridian Hall, the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts and Meridian Arts Centre. In addition, TO Live presents a full range of performing arts, theatrical and concert events at these venues in both downtown and uptown Toronto. With these two hubs of creativity and content creation, TO Live has a unique place and perspective to activate creative spaces by inspiring local and international artists, connect audiences and to be the nexus for new ideas, elevate artistic potential, and be the catalyst for creative expression that is reflective of Toronto's diversity.