Artistic Producer

Creative City Network of Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit arts organization in Vancouver is seeking an Artistic Producer to curate and develop programming. This role involves managing production for various events and ensuring alignment with the organization’s artistic vision. Candidates should ideally have connection to Indigenous communities, along with skills in arts production and project management. The position emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and respect for Indigenous protocols. Interested applicants should submit their CV and work samples by February 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts production, event coordination or related fields.
• Strong financial and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Curate and develop programming across disciplines.
• Manage production for multidisciplinary events.
• Oversee financial aspects ensuring budget alignment.

Skills

Arts production

Event coordination

Financial management

Collaborative skills

Tools

Lighting

Sound equipment

Job description

The Organization

Full Circle is an Indigenous-led, non-profit arts organization dedicated to creating and presenting opportunities for Indigenous artists, performers, and cultural practitioners. Founded in 1992 by Margo Kane (C.M.) in Vancouver, Full Circle: First Nations Performance is the leading non-profit performing arts organization in British Columbia dedicated to pioneering, amplifying, and celebrating opportunities for Indigenous artists and performers.

Based on the unceded territories of the xwməθkwəyə̓m (Musqueam), Sḵwxw̱ú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, our programs include The Talking Stick Festival, the Industry Series, and Múyuntstut ta Slúlum music programming, alongside year‑round initiatives such as Indian Acts, Moccasin Trek: Arts on the Move, mentorship for Indigenous arts professionals, and other creative projects and productions.

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous candidates but also welcome artists from all backgrounds who bring creativity, innovation and vision to this role.

The Role

The Artistic Producer plays a central role in realizing the organization’s artistic vision. Working closely with the Artistic Managing Director, the Artistic Producer helps curate, develop, and shape programming across disciplines, contributing ideas and leading new initiatives. The role includes coordinating the planning and delivery of a wide range of activities, from performances and exhibitions to community gatherings and digital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Artistic Managing Director to curate, develop, and shape programming across disciplines, contributing ideas and leading initiatives to realize the artistic vision of the organization.
• Manage all aspects of production for multidisciplinary events and projects, including scheduling, budgeting, contracting, technical requirements, and logistics.
• Coordinate with artists, venues, production staff, and collaborators to deliver projects from planning through execution.
• Oversee the financial aspects of production, ensuring expenses align with budget and funding requirements.
• Work with communications staff to develop content and context for promotional and outreach materials.
• Support community engagement strategies, working alongside the Artistic Managing Director and Community Liaison.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with Indigenous and non‑Indigenous organizations, artists, and community groups.
• Contribute to funding applications, reporting, and documentation as required.
• Ensure that all programming respects Indigenous protocols, cultural values, and ethical community engagement practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Preferably applicants must be Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), or have lived experience and connection to Indigenous communities.
• Experience in arts production, producing, event coordination, or related fields.
• Strong financial and project management skills, with attention to detail and timelines.
• Knowledge of technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, etc.).
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
• If the candidate is not a resident of Greater Vancouver, he / she must be willing to travel to Vancouver as required with expenses covered.

Please submit your CV by email to [e-mail] and samples of past work (if available) by February 15, 2026.

Full Circle: First Nations Performance (Proudly located on the traditional, unceded territories of Coast Salish peoples) provides opportunities for Indigenous artists to create, work and train in the Arts. Producers of the Talking Stick Festival, Moccasin Trek: Arts on the Move!, Indian Acts and home to the Indigenous Ensemble.