The Musical Stage Company is searching for our next visionary Artistic Director! With over 20 years of shaping Canada’s musical theatre landscape, we’re looking for a dynamic leader to guide our creative future and redefine the role of musical theatre locally and globally.
Do you have a bold vision, a passion for musical storytelling, and the drive to cultivate Canadian talent while building connections on an international stage? This is your chance to make a lasting impact!
Applications due February 21st, 5:00 PM EST
Artistic Director Roles and Responsibilities
Reporting to The Musical Stage Company’s Board of Directors, the Artistic Director will be the
organization’s guiding artistic visionary and will co-lead the organization alongside the Co-Executive Directors.
The Artistic Director will be specifically responsible to:
Artistic Vision & Programming
- Develop, articulate, implement, and monitor a dynamic, forward-thinking, and bold long-term artistic vision to advance the role of musical storytelling and The Musical Stage Company’s position in the civic, national, and international arts ecology;
- Develop a comprehensive artistic strategic plan that will cultivate Canadian talent, impact audiences, and create new opportunities for Canadian artists and stories around the world;
- Select the annual program and core artistic collaborators;
- Maintain the artistic standards, working closely with the contract artists to ensure excellence;
- Oversee an impact-driven strategy for new musical development, including call-for submissions and project funding, dramaturgical conversations with writers, and developing project plans for each work that best serve both the needs of the writers and the organization;
- Create and manage a talent pipeline for all artists supported by the organization to help them thrive both within and outside of the company and strengthen their craft;
- Develop partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally to collaborate with other organizations on development and production while also creating a future pipeline for new work;
- Actively seek out artists and productions by attending local and international events, auditions, and meetings.
Organizational Leadership (in collaboration with Co-Executive Directors)
- Provide ambitious, confident, and inspirational leadership that motivates and engages staff, artists, the Board of Directors, and others;
- Develop, implement, and monitor the organization’s strategic plans to fulfill the artistic vision;
- Work hand-in-hand with the Board of Directors, providing timely and thorough reporting and helping to inform the Board’s direction, development, and oversight;
- Lead the staff team and oversee staff hiring, retention, and management, ensuring the health and safety, well-being, and productivity of the staff team;
- Ensure an organizational environment that is equitable, inclusive, and diverse for all participants and constituents.
Fundraising, Audience Building & Advocacy
- In collaboration with the Co-Executive Directors, provide leadership for the company’s fundraising strategies;
- Identify, cultivate, and secure major gifts, sponsorships, and grants;
- Participate in writing grant applications, articulating the artistic vision and programming;
- Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with donors and sponsors;
- Participate in conceiving marketing strategies and audience-building campaigns to meet targets that reflect the artistic goals and aesthetics;
- Create and lead behind-the-scenes opportunities that build interest in the organization amongst audiences and funders, helping to generate excitement and creating access to the artistic process;
- Serve as one of the organization’s principal spokespeople and the organization’s primary spokesperson in the local, national, and international artistic community;
- Increase recognition for the company locally, nationally, and internationally.
Financial Management
- In collaboration with the Co-Executive Directors, develop and oversee an annual balanced budget for Board approval that includes revenue-generating strategies, fundraising plans, and cost management measures to achieve artistic objectives;
- Hold joint accountability with the Co-Executive Directors for the company’s financial health while
ensuring efficient and responsible management; - Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors to develop operational and production budgets that meet the company’s financial targets;
- Seek and secure revenue from artistic and other commercial opportunities, including co-productions,
tours, and licensing.
Compensation
The Musical Stage Company offers a comprehensive compensation package, including an annual salary of $90,000 – $100,000 per year, commensurate with experience and membership in The Musical Stage Co.’s extended benefit program. The ideal candidate will be willing to relocate to Toronto.
Application Instructions
The Musical Stage Company Artistic Director Search is guided by Martin Bragg, Nicola Dawes, Nancy Webster, and Sarah Geddes of Martin Bragg & Associates. To apply confidentially, please email your letter of interest and resume in Word or PDF format to Martin Bragg & Associates at musicalstageco@mbassociates.ca. The review of applications will begin immediately.
The deadline for receipt of applications is February 21st at 5:00 pm EST. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive an acknowledgment of their application. No phone calls, please.