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Directed by : Glynis Leyshon Written by : Kate Hennig Actors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein Set Design : Scott Reid. Lighting Design : David Fraser Costume Design : Heather Moore Photo : Benjamin Laird
Job (Calgary): General Manager – The GRAND Job (Calgary): General Manager – The GRAND The GRAND is a non-profit organization committed to supporting our local arts community and our mandate to be Calgary’s Contemporary Culture House.
In addition to its theatre productions and support of the arts, The GRAND property is also well positioned for rentals, hosting and curating events such as corporate functions, corporate parties, fund raisers, weddings, music, comedy, fashion shows and similar events related to the community.
Through challenging economic times and the COVID-19 pandemic, The Board of The GRAND has been working diligently on preparing a sustainable path forward for The GRAND to ensure we are a sustainable foundation for curating the arts in Calgary.
To make this happen, we are building a talented team of people who are passionate about our local arts community and possessing key skills needed to lead us forward. We’re incredibly proud of our team and their commitment to the arts community in Calgary. Learn more about The GRAND at our website.
How do you fit in? Reporting to The Board of Directors, the General Manager oversees the business operations of The GRAND and executes on the business model. The General Manager is the most senior level role in the organization and responsible for general oversight and accountability of all aspects of the organization.
The right candidate faces each day with optimism. They are accountable, flexible, adaptable to change, a proactive multi-tasker, and are adept at forging relationships within the community and with all internal and external stakeholders of The GRAND. This candidate takes initiative and always goes the extra mile, supporting the team with needed tasks no matter how small, with a positive attitude and image at all times.
What you’ll be doing:
Build strategic and tactical plans to execute on the business model, vision and mandate of The GRAND as set by The Board
Carries out various tasks independently and with the assistance of a small team to ensure strategic and tactical plans are achieved
Manages and accountable for The GRAND’s finances
Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting
Forecasts booking revenues and cancellations; accurately tracks consumption on all bookings; ensures prompt and accurate billing
Responsible for human resources
Preparing grant applications and all required government correspondence
Represents the theatre within the community, including attendance at conferences, community events, and performances
Actively promotes the theatre, rental opportunities, events and functions
Acquires clients through prospecting, relationships and community awareness
Coordinates and leads site tours for potential clients
Assists clients in planning room set-up, decorations and other services as requested by the client
Assists clients in handover to food and beverage supplier
Provides personal welcome for major events and functions
Ensures all requirements are communicated and completed to clients’ specifications
Follows up to ensure client satisfaction
General office and building management
Ensures all collateral materials for advertising, promoting and securing business for The GRAND are up to date and ready for distribution
Manages production and presentation budgets
Prepares and delivers presentations to The Board
Supervises, directs, engages and develops team
Sets policies and standards for the operation of the theatre
Work with the Resident Company of Artists to develop new creation work and contributes to curating and building seasons and programming
Maintains a clean, safe and secure working environment
Manages personnel matters and follows all employment standards and occupational health and safety guidelines
Ensure that internal communications are as efficient as possible and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team
Lead and participate in relevant internal meetings, team meetings, and production meetings.
Be the primary onsite contact/liaison/representative of The GRAND
Ensures the building is up kept to The GRAND’s standards
Maintains a professional image at all times
Other responsibilities as needed
What you must have:
Industry experience; Experience in the hospitality industry will also be considered
Post-secondary education, preferably in the arts, is considered a strong asset
Certificate or training in management of non-profit organizations and strategic planning is considered a strong asset
Previous experience reporting to a board of directors, or a member of a board is a strong asset
Proven decision-making capabilities, resourcefulness to conduct independent research and gather information
Exceptional communication and strong interpersonal skills; innovative, resourceful and results oriented.
Proactive sales approach, assertive, fast-paced, and driven to succeed, with confidence in negotiation skills
Able to work evenings and weekends as required
High degree of professionalism and dedication
Confident, detail orientated and enthusiastic team player with superior leadership, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Desire to roll up sleeves to execute on tasks in addition to leading
Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities, regularly taking on new responsibilities.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Outlook, OneDrive, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to work independently
Ability to interact effectively with different personality types
Where you’ll be working: This position is in The GRAND building located at 608 1 St SW in Calgary
Ready to join our team? If you’d like to be part of a non-profit organization that is committed to being Calgary’s Contemporary Culture House and fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and respected, The GRAND is the place for you!
The GRAND hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a Person’s ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We appreciate your interest in working with us, but only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
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