Theatre & Arts Non-Profit GM — Calgary

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The GRAND is Calgary’s Contemporary Culture House and a non-profit organization focused on the arts and events. The General Manager oversees business operations, leads a team, and maintains strong community ties to ensure sustainable programming and rentals.

The role requires strategic planning, financial oversight, fundraising, grants, and board collaboration, with flexibility for evenings and weekends to support events and performances.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in the arts is preferred and strongly assets.
• Certificate or training in management of non-profit organizations and strategic planning is an asset.
• Experience reporting to a board of directors or board member is an asset.
• Exceptional communication and strong interpersonal skills; innovative, resourceful and results oriented.
• Proactive sales approach, assertive, fast-paced and driven to succeed, with negotiation skills.
• Able to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Build strategic and tactical plans to execute the business model and mandate of The GRAND.
• Manage finances with accountability and oversee financial reporting.
• Forecast revenues, track bookings, and ensure accurate billing.
• Lead human resources and administer grants and government correspondence.
• Represent the theatre within the community and at events and conferences.
• Promote the theatre, rental opportunities, events and functions.
• Coordinate client acquisition and site tours; assist with event setup and vendor handovers.
• Lead internal meetings, provide staff development, and maintain a professional image.
• Ensure compliance with employment standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Client relationship building

Education

Arts or related field education

Non-profit mgmt / strategic planning cert

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

OneDrive

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The GRAND is Calgary’s Contemporary Culture House and a non-profit organization focused on the arts and events. The General Manager oversees business operations, leads a team, and maintains strong community ties to ensure sustainable programming and rentals.

The role requires strategic planning, financial oversight, fundraising, grants, and board collaboration, with flexibility for evenings and weekends to support events and performances.