Calgary

Job Description

Employment Type: Contract – 1yr
Hours Per Week: 40
Vacation Accrual: 15 workdays based on hours
Pay Type: Salary
Paid Health Days: 12/year upon accrual
Benefits: Health + Dental, Life Ins. + ASI
RRSP/TFSA Cont.: $750.00/yr

The Role 

The Coordinator, Activations and Partnerships (CAP), will be instrumental in linking the NaAC and its artists with opportunities for artwork sales, commissions, royalties, and loans. This role demands a blend of sales acumen, knowledge of both the arts and disability communities, and awareness of the commercial opportunities available to artists working across a range of mediums including visual arts, film, music, dance, and performing arts. The CAP is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities for artists living with developmental, physical, and/ or acquired disabilities, guaranteeing that artists are paid the same rates as any other working, professional artist, and maintaining the highest degree of respect for their artworks and rights as creative professionals. 

Tasks & Responsibilities: 

Under the direction of the LPE and other members NaAC’s Leadership Team, the CAP will lead the development and implementation of a commercial outreach program that secures revenue-generating opportunities for NaAC artists, enhancing their visibility in private and corporate collections, businesses, and public spaces.

A. Partner Outreach and Development

1. Act as the liaison between NaAC artists and relevant partners/ stakeholders to negotiate, manage, and execute commercial artwork opportunities including: commissions, sales, loans, music publishing & synch licensing, film screening agreements, etc.
2. Meet with relevant partners/ stakeholders to determine their needs and preferences; develop pitch decks, presentations, and artwork samples tailored to the partner’s specifications, timeline, budget, and aesthetic preferences. 
3. Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends and market demands in the arts.

B. Artist Engagement

1. Collaborate with NaAC artists and Artistic Department Leads to pinpoint and develop commercial opportunities tailored to each specific medium.
2. Keep up to date on artistic production across all departments; identify artworks ready for sale or other income-generating opportunities. 
3. Ensure works are being valuated fairly and accurately; prioritize and advocate for the rights of NaAC artists in every interaction.   

C. Administrative Duties

1. Regularly update and maintain NaAC’s Art Sale catalog and permanent collection.
2. Oversee administrative processes surrounding all commercial opportunities, ensuring appropriate agreements, documents, and procedures are adhered to and clearly outlined to all parties (patrons, artists, accounting); tailor contracts and agreements to fit specific needs and opportunities.
3. Coordinate the printing, framing, delivery and/ or shipping of all sold artworks, as required. 
4. Research, develop, and advance commercial sales systems for implementation at the NaAC.
5. Work closely with NaAC’s Coordinator, Stakeholder Relations, to effectively market and promote artists and their artworks, as appropriate. 
6. In collaboration with NaAC’s Program Department Leads and Leadership/ Management Staff, develop and execute a commercial outreach strategy that supports the long-term growth of income generating opportunities for artists living with developmental, physical, and/ or acquired disabilities. 

D. Exhibitions and Other Event Assistance 

1.  Assist with all National accessArts Centre exhibitions and other events as requested. Tasks may include: 
   1. Planning, including the determination of placement of art pieces. 
   2. Event set up and tear down. 
   3. Installation of artworks. 
   4. Other tasks specific to the event at hand

E. General Duties

1. Collaborate with the President and CEO and other Management/ Leadership staff to support fund development initiatives.
2. Manage approved department budgets; ensure budgets are adhered to; mitigate risks to budgets.
3. Advocate for the agency and equitable treatment of NaAC artists; be able to hold difficult conversations with various stakeholders when NaAC values and artists’ rights are compromised or at risk. 
4. Assist in monitoring the condition of studio facilities, exhibition prep areas, photo documentation suite, and the permanent collection. 

D. Expected Behaviours 

• Adhere to the NaAC’s Code of Conduct at all times; behave respectfully and without discrimination 
• Actively support and participate in the NaAC’s initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Take initiative to learn about the NaAC, its goals, and its artists 
• Demonstrate willingness to adapt communication and teaching style to meet unique and individual needs 
• Demonstrate a commitment to artists’ autonomy over their creative decisions 
• Actively attend, engage, and participate in meetings as required 
• Respond to all organizational email correspondence in a timely manner 
• Complete all mandatory training on time 
• Participate in team-building events 
• Respond to NaAC surveys and requests for information 
• Demonstrate a positive attitude; be willing to resolve conflicts respectfully and in a timely manner

Qualifications

Required Skills + Abilities 

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in art history, fine arts, or a related field. Relevant experience can be also considered. 
• 2-5+ years experience as an art dealer, art consultant, or in a similar role. 
• Ability to speak and write effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 
• Demonstrable attention to detail.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of art history and current market trends, excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.  

Additional Skills + Abilities Considered Assets 

• Experience working with individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities. 
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills. 
• Expertise in sales techniques.

Required Personal Characteristics

• Patience. 
• Passion for helping artists achieve their goals in all elements of the artistic process. 
• Mature attitude and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative environment. 
• Desire and ability to work as part of a team. Collegial attitude towards teamwork, effectively managers and resolves conflicts, and is committed to addressing issues as they arise rather than avoiding them. 
• Desire and will to support artists’ learning of specific mediums or styles while accounting for their unique abilities and access needs. 
• Curious about hearing or learning from others as well as sharing ideas. 
• Able to think beyond the scope of what is known (e.g. creative solutions to adapting tools to different 
• physical/ sensory challenges). 
• Highly organized and capable of following up on assigned duties in a timely manner 
• Energetic and positive approach to tasks and taking initiative.

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Application Deadline June 25, 2025

Program Dates Nov 17, 2025 - Dec 05, 2025

Overview  

The three-week Indigenous Fashion Runway Residency offers four Indigenous fashion designers the opportunity to build their portfolios and showcase their runway work in a professional setting.

Participants will be supported by the faculty and Banff Centre’s production team as they explore working with models, photography, and fashion show preparation. This residency is a balance of exploration and self-directed preparation for the runway to showcase 6-8 looks.

Designers may apply with up to 2 collaborators. 

Description

This program offers four Indigenous designers and their collaborators will have the opportunity to work together on coordinating their segment of the fashion showcase runway. The program provides mentorship and professional development, fostering learning through hands-on experience, including:

• Developing portfolios and showcasing work in a professional setting
• Working with faculty and Banff Centre’s production team
• Exploring modeling, photography, and runway preparation.

Program Highlights:

• Collaborate on a fashion showcase runway, which will be professionally photographed and recorded with B-roll for your portfolio
• Workshops on lighting, projection, staging, sound design, and special effects.
• Faculty led sessions on: Fashion as a Career, Marketing and Promotion of Products, Preparing for the Runway, and working with models and industry professions. 

The residency will take place in Banff Centre’s Performing Arts Facilities, where each design team will have access to Lazlo Funtek Dance Studios, The Wardrobe Facility and the Margaret Greenham Theatre. 

Requirements

Indigenous designers are invited to apply with a newly featured design line that is either complete or near completion at the time of application, ensuring it is ready for showcase during the program.

• Open to regional, national, and global Indigenous fashion makers, designers, and design companies.
• Applicants will submit a portfolio, along with the theme and background of their work.

Lead Designers can apply with a co-designer (adornment & jewelry), and/or a designer’s assistant to support their design line. Their contributions will be recognized as designers in collaboration. All participants will take part in program sessions.

• Scholarship: covers 100% of tuition fees and meals and accommodation costs

Apply Online

Join Luminous Voices for their 4th Choral Conducting Workshop, designed for conductors of all levels, taking place from August 11 - 15, 2025.

This intensive workshop includes:
    •    Group conducting lessons with Dr. Timothy Shantz
    •    Daily conducting opportunities with Luminous Voices (10-12 singers)
    •    Three daily sessions focusing on rehearsal techniques, conducting skills, and leadership

Participants can choose to actively engage or attend as auditors.

Register now – the application deadline is May 30, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by late June 2025. There is no fee to apply.

For more information, visit the website or send email to info@luminousvoices.ca.

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 7:30pm

Juno-nominated Luminous Voices presents a moving Good Friday performance featuring powerful works by Tallis, Bach, and Howells. The program begins with Knut Nystedt’s Komm, süsser Tod, a tribute to Bach, before transitioning to Thomas Tallis’s breathtaking Lamentations of Jeremiah I.

In the final instalment of Luminous Voices' Bach motet series, begun in 2013, the choir presents Jesu, meine Freude, a masterful work featuring 11 movements of chorales, choruses, and solo trios. The program concludes with Herbert Howells’ Requiem, an introspective and contemplative work that highlights the full range of vocal harmonic colours that define Luminous Voices.

Special guests:

Janet Kuschak, cello

Wendy Markosky, organ

Tickets are $50 (adults) / $45 (seniors) / $25 (students) and are available online through MRU Box Office at tickets.mru.ca, by calling (403) 440-7770, or at the door. 

For more information, please visit luminousvoices.com or call (587) 889-8370.

Theatre Calgary is seeking a skilled individual to fulfil the role of Head Stage Carpenter. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing supervision, co-ordination and maintaining a safe stage for the onstage productions and backstage operations at the Max Bell Theatre.

The Head Stage Carpenter reports directly to the Production Manager and Technical Director. The successful candidate will have excellent technical and communication skills and will exhibit a keen interest and ability to work as a part of a dynamic team environment. The successful candidate shall be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends according to the production schedule created by management.

Theatre Calgary operates as a certified Union House with IATSE Local 212, is a Category “A” venue with CAEA, and is a signatory to the Canadian Theatre Agreement (CTA). Theatre Calgary is also a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT).

We are the resident company in the Max Bell Theatre in the Arts Commons complex, where we primarily present theatrical plays and musicals that are created and produced in-house. The seasons are typically structured with work spanning from August through June, including a summer maintenance & repair period. Theatre Calgary also occasionally produces works in other venues, and/or in collaboration with other theatres.

The Max Bell Theatre has a 55’ wide by 40’ deep proscenium stage, featuring a 51-lineset single purchase counterweight fly system, and capacity for an audience of up to 750 patrons. We are proud to have made significant investments in cutting-edge theatrical equipment and technology, which allows us to create world-class productions. Key assets include an extensive Creative Conners automation rig, Western Canada’s largest permanent LED wall, a ZFX performer flying apparatus, an automated and multi-configurable revolve, a modular trap field, and an automated stage elevator.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures stage safety for all personnel, including safe rigging and flying procedures.
• Enforces safety policies, advises management on changes, and documents incidents.
• Assesses and reviews show-specific hazards with the team, and acts as Fire Warden in emergencies.
• Collaborates on set designs early on and works with other departments for planning and installation.
• Researches and suggests solutions with other departments and creatives.
• Coordinates with other departments to streamline production processes.
• Plans and oversees safe and efficient installation and strike of set components, working with management.
• Manages the safe operation of scenery, including flies, trucks, and automation.
• Contributes to rigging plans, house configurations, and other relevant documentation.
• Creates and maintains show paperwork, ensuring timely completion from the crew.
• Advises management on departmental needs and budget considerations.
• Ensures compliance with Theatre Calgary policies and the IATSE Collective Agreement, promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.
• Identifies and manages labor resources, adjusting schedules and budgets as needed.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance, scheduling, and repairs.
• Maintains inventories and records of maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinates with management on venue requests, such as events, rentals, and tours.
• Manages the loaning or rental of equipment from the stage carpentry department.

Experience and Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• A collaborative, creative, and strategic thinking individual with experienced knowledge of theatre production and technical equipment.
• Self-directed, able to identify and undertake a task with limited direction or information.
• Robust experience with stage carpentry, flown scenery, and rigging.
• Strong communication, organizational and project management skills; ability to switch focus and juggle competing priorities and requests.
• Positive attitude and comfortable working in dynamic and collaborative environments, with a demonstrated ability to function under stress.
• Extensive knowledge in operation and maintenance of all stage equipment, including but not limited to: fly systems, rigging systems, chain motors and winches, and all other stage equipment owned by the facility.
• Working knowledge of scenic carpentry, construction, and repairs.
• Ability to safely lead and manage a crew of varying skillsets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of stage automation controls and hardware, and performer flying are an asset. Theatre Calgary utilizes an extensive Creative Conners automation rig for its annual production of A Christmas Carol, in addition to various other automation and performer flying systems.
• Familiarity with Creative Conners Spikemark automation control software.
• CAD software proficiency (particularly Vectorworks).
• First Aid certification.
• PAL firearms license.
• Pyrotechnician license.

Working Conditions:

• Conditions may include working alone, in lifts at heights up to 30’, on grid heights up to 70’, lifting up to 50lb, frequent use of stairs, and working in low-light and loud environments. 
• Occasional travel outside of the city may be required.

Employment Terms:

As per the collective agreement, this role is a permanent seasonal position, with a guaranteed minimum 39 weeks of employment at 40 hours per week. The hourly wage starting June 1, 2026 is $35.50. Other terms and conditions are outlined within the 2022-2026 collective agreement between Theatre Calgary and IATSE Local 212.

This role will require weekend and evening work, and weeks in excess of 40 hours at various times throughout the season. Employees are strongly encouraged and supported in finding appropriate times to balance their hours. The Head Stage Carpenter is supported by an assistant head of stage and other crew members, and the successful candidate will play a central role in refining the structure of the stage carpentry team.

About Theatre Calgary:

Theatre Calgary’s vision is to stand amongst the best theatres globally as a leader in innovative, impactful, and diverse programming. Our mission is to stimulate, provoke, and delight through ambitious programming created to ignite local, national, and international engagement in a sustainable manner.

Theatre Calgary reflects the communities, the country, and the world we live in with passionate community engagement and extraordinary productions. For more than 50 years, we have focused our energy on providing our community with the highest level of classic and contemporary plays and musicals, featuring the best artists from Calgary and across the country.

Theatre Calgary believes in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community and we believe in equity and inclusion and strongly encourage submissions from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, and physical ability.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Theatre Calgary acknowledges that we live, work and create on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Districts 5 & 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. They were the original occupants of this land and continue to be here to this day. Theatre Calgary is grateful to have the opportunity to present in this territory.

If you are excited to join our team and support our mission and values, we invite you to apply for this position with Theatre Calgary.

Suggested Start Date: Monday August 11, 2025

A suitable start date will be discussed with the successful candidate, and flexibility to provide required notice and/or relocation will be accommodated.

Posting Closes: Sunday June 1, 2025

Interested candidates are asked to send their cover letters and resumes, with “Head Stage Carpenter” in the subject line to:

Emma Brager, Production Manager
ebrager@theatrecalgary.com

More information at: www.theatrecalgary.com/careers