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Auditions & Employment

Current Opportunities

Kings Playhouse Operations Manager


Kings Playhouse is a community based, non-profit organization located in historic Georgetown PEI.
Our vision is to be the most vibrant and inclusive arts centre in the region and our mission is to provide access to outstanding arts and culture entertainment and experiences of community connection in Eastern PEI.
Kings Playhouse presents live theatre, music, contemporary dance and children’s programming, houses a vibrant gallery space and spacious community hall and produces engaging community outreach programming year-round.

 

Position Title: Kings Playhouse Operations Manager

Type: Full time Permanent

Salary: $40,000 per year

Application Deadline: 20 May 2022

Contact: info@kingsplayhouse.com

Web Site: www.kingsplayhouse.com

Kings Playhouse seeks a full time Operations Manager who will manage the overall operations of the theatre, gallery and Dedication Hall (event space).
The Operations Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with them to ensure that the day to day operations of the Playhouse are handled efficiently and completely.
As the Playhouse staff is very small, the position requires lots of hands-on activities. The ideal candidate has education and a proven record in the administration of an arts and culture organization.
They would have experience in fundraising and the identification of development opportunities. They would have strong financial skills to manage the day to day operations of the venue.
They would be collaborative and eager to partner with the Executive Director and the Board to help deliver the vision of the Playhouse.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Oversees the operation of the physical building. Ensures the safety and security of the building.
  • Supervises the ticket sales operations and helps manage the front-of-house staff and volunteers.
  • Oversees the ordering and maintenance of concessions and inventory
  • Builds relationships with local artisans and oversees the displays and maintenance of the artisan boutique.

    • Develops ideas and supports project work that fosters arts and culture development and community building.

  • Provides administrative and contractual support for rental agreements, negotiates these agreements as necessary; prepares box office reports
  • Contributes to and assists in maintaining a master schedule of rehearsals, performances, and other events; coordinates equipment and facility rental to outside parties; oversees facilities maintenance and outside contractor/vendors; recommends maintenance work or purchases to the Executive Director.

    • Assists in achieving marketing and sales operational objectives by contributing marketing and sales information and recommendations; preparing and completing action plans; resolving problems; identifying trends; implementing change; drafting and managing the marketing budget; creating audience development strategies specific to each production; developing group sales tickets campaigns and soliciting related opportunities; participates in appropriate community organizations

    • Contributes to the publicity and community relations objectives by assisting in the design and distribution of publications including patron newsletters and brochures; overseeing Kings Playhouse website; contributing to social media presence;

  • Achieves fundraising objectives by building donor and sponsor relationships; coordinating fundraising events, researching and developing grant opportunities; negotiating favorable vendor trades for in-kind services.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong organizational abilities, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work as part of a team
  • Exemplary problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Competency in IT operations and management
  • Highly computer literate

    • Capable writer and verbal communicator

  • Passionate commitment to arts, culture and community

TO APPLY

Send a cover letter and resume to: haley@kingsplayhouse.com

 

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