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Title: Company manager
Reports to: Managing director & CEO, and artistic director
Hours: Full-time

Calgary Opera’s Mission

Calgary Opera engages our entire community with innovative and inspiring operas in a multitude of forms and venues, and through educational activities and the training of young Canadian artists while developing our people and managing our operations in a fiscally sound and efficient manner.

Calgary Opera’s Vision

Calgary Opera aspires to be a leader in the opera field, known for its intensive collaboration with arts organizations of all sizes, a thoughtful balance of traditional classics and more alternative works, and a mix of larger-scale and smaller artistic projects. The company will rely on a network of diverse sources to recruit artistic and operational talent, with a strong commitment to develop and showcase top Canadian talent.

Summary

The company manager is a key member of the leadership team and is responsible for the administrative aspects of the artistic department. The company manager will be a point of contact for all artists prior to the beginning of the rehearsal process.

The company manager will be responsible for the following:

• Artistic contracts.
• Immigration applications as required.
• Housing for artists as required.
• Arrange transportation for artists as required (pick-ups at airports).

Qualifications:

• At least five years experience in a performing arts organization.
• Detailed oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and experience in working directly with artists/agents.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced work environment and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends, during performances.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaise with artists/agents to confirm interest and availability as requested by artistic director.
• Negotiate and execute contracts for all artists as needed.
• Contract all chorus members, supers and other performers for each production.
• Post and schedule audition calls, this includes organizing travel for staff members when auditions held outside of Calgary.
• Prepare and submit all immigration forms for foreign artists, ensuring compliance with Canadian Government Foreign Labour requirements.
• Coordinate travel logistics and accommodations for out of town artists as required.
• Obtain artists bio and headshots for program playbill in a timely manner.
• Develop a strong understanding of Opera Agreement with Canadian Actors’ Equity Association.
• Manage budgets for the artistic department.
• Arrange appreciation events for artists and chorus, including backstage production food, closing night pizza parties and chorus dinner.
• Assist out of town artists when medical attention is required.
• Attend rehearsals and performances as requested.
• Maintain artistic files.
• Assist staff with business travel as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Government Immigration Portal is an asset.
• Prior exposure to Canadian Actors’ Equity Association agreement is an asset.
• Prior experience in the non-profit performing arts sector.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume with references to Tessa Chan, Director of Finance, by email to tchan@calgaryopera.com.

Deadline for Submissions: October 18, 2019, or until a suitable candidate has been found
Start Date: Negotiable

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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