Education Associate - 2 Positions Available

This full time contract position reports to the Director of Education or designate and is part of the Education Department team.  

There are two full-time, temporary contract positions available from August/September 2021 until December 2022.

Responsibilities:

• Creating and delivering student and youth programs both within and outside of school contexts;
• Developing and administering teacher professional learning programs and resources;
• Stewarding partnerships with schools (elementary to post-secondary) and community organizations;
• Planning and administering lifelong learning events and programs;
• Providing support to teaching artists facilitating educational programming;
• Collaborating with and creating resources in connection with artistic programming;
• Liaising with Archives, Artistic, Advancement, Marketing, Sponsorship and other departments;
• Providing copy and web updates;
• Reporting on key programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education with training in Drama/Theatre or equivalent training/experience
• Experience working with young people and learners of all ages
• Experience working in arts administration
• Proven record of implementing systems to support Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent administration, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Engaged, collaborative and interested in learning
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Driver's License preferred

Programming is year-round and takes place virtually, onsite at the Festival and onsite at various locations in Ontario and Michigan. Some travel, evening and weekend work is required.

Job Type: Full time, temporary contract

Annual Salary: $46,450 - $60,000

The Festival is working diligently toward a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.  We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

If you have the qualifications to fill this role and feel you could make a meaningful contribution to the Stratford Festival, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in a single PDF by 5pm on August 9, 2021 to:

Forum Assistant (10 Week Contract)

This position reports to the Associate Producer, The Meighen Forum and Digital Programming or designate and is part of the Director's Office team.  The Meighen Forum includes both events produced for live audiences on our Stratford campus and events produced and recorded for online distribution to audiences around the world.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Associate Producer, The Meighen Forum and Digital Programming to research potential Forum guests to assemble detailed background  information and summarize the material
• Actively participate in development meetings providing input and suggestions and assist in future planning including schedule development and researching potential guests
• Oversee Forum events to ensure smooth operation
• Draft invitations to potential guest for future Forum events
• Coordinate prep meetings, recordings and approvals
• Coordinate marketing assets for Forum events including images, descriptions and photos
• Track guest honorariums and payments

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Education in an Arts or Communications program and/or equivalent work experience
• Strong writing and research, documentation skills required
• A keen awareness of local, national, and international events and the Canadian arts landscape with an ability to generate innovative ideas for the Forum events 
• High level of self-discipline to effectively organize, execute and deliver assignments on deadline 
• Training and/or experience in film/TV or digital recording will be an asset 
• Solid interpersonal skills 
• A high level of confidentiality is required on all work performed 
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team setting 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and methodical with an ability to multi-task.

This is a full-time contract position begins as soon as possible and will require the successful candidate to work both remotely and onsite. 

Job Type: Contract (10 weeks)

Hourly Rate: $20-23 per hour

The Festival is working diligently toward a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.  We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

If you have the qualifications to fill this role and feel you could make a meaningful contribution to the Stratford Festival, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in a single PDF by August 9, 2021 to:

Health & Safety and Disability Coordinator

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Health & Safety and Disability Coordinator will be responsible for administering the organization's occupational health and safety and disability management programs. 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the Stratford Festival's health & safety program is compliant and adhering to all applicable legislation related to the OHSA, WHMIS 2015 and WSIB
• Provide leadership and guidance to management and staff in all areas of health & safety including organizing training, site inspections/audits, investigations, hazard assessments, policy creation and annual review
• Work with the JHSC scheduling meetings, taking minutes and following through with appropriate internal stakeholders on health & safety initiatives
• Liaise with the Ministry of Labour, interpret government regulations and compile and prepare reportin
• Provide advice and guidance to managers and staff regarding the disability program
• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to adjudicate and manage claims, support employees and facilitate safe and timely return to work and accommodation for non-complex short term absences, long term disability, and WSIB claims
• Keep records of all safety related issues and ensure corrective measures are in place

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of progressively responsible health & safety program experience; or a combination of disability claims and health and safety experience
• Post-secondary education or certificate in Health & Safety or Human Resources Management
• Excellent working knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and best practice procedures, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
• A thorough working knowledge of WSIB claims management and safety inspection processes
• Demonstrated ability to implement and administer programs on an organization wide level
• Experience developing and facilitating health and safety training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in a unionized environment with exposure to understanding and applying collective agreement provisions an asset
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preference will be given to candidates with experience working within the performing arts industry.

This full time, position is located in Stratford, Ontario and will begin September 2021. This position requires the candidate to work both onsite and remotely when required.

Job Type: Full time

Annual Salary: $46,000-58,000

The Festival is working diligently toward a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.  We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

If you have the qualifications to fill this role and feel you could make a meaningful contribution to the Stratford Festival, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in a single PDF by 5:00pm on August 11, 2021 to:

Technical Director - Avon Theatre

The Avon Theatre is located in downtown Stratford and contains the Avon & Studio stages, rehearsal halls and public areas.  Reporting to the Director of Production, as part of the Production Management Team

Responsibilities:

• Implement technical aspects for productions, events and activity within the Avon Theatre
• Evaluating designs and proposals for safety and financial feasibility
• Evaluating designs and proposals regarding changeover and relationship within the repertory season
• Ensuring that productions fall within established budgets & schedules
• Preparation of season cash flow and regular forecasting of financial accounts
• Planning and scheduling of onstage technical events
• Management of unionized department heads
• Advising production management on all technical aspects of productions, tours, schedules, technical facilities and equipment of the Avon Theatre
• Ensuring adherence to the Health & Safety policies of the Stratford Festival

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years' experience as a Technical Director in a unionized environment
• Advanced knowledge in Vectorworks or AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated and flexible
• Excellent team player
• Collaborative and positive attitude

Preference will be given to applicants with experience creating new productions for a proscenium theatre, working in a repertory environment and touring.  A degree in Theatre Production is considered an asset.

This full time position is located in Stratford, Ontario and will begin October 2021. This position will require the successful candidate to embrace a flexible work schedule, working on-site and remote when required.

Job Type: Full time

Annual Salary: $85,000-$90,000

The Festival is working diligently toward a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.  We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

If you have the qualifications to fill this role and feel you could make a meaningful contribution to the Stratford Festival, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in a single PDF by 5:00pm on August 27, 2021 to:

Stage Door (Casual)

This position reports to the Facilities management team and is part of the Facilities team. This position is a coverage position for Stage Door's vacation and sick time and there is no guarantee of hours.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with members of the public and internal staff
• Monitoring and maintaining security of all Stratford Festival buildings
• Completing communication logs
• Controlling parking and access to loading docks
• Shipping and receiving duties
• Lifting, bending, pushing and pulling boxes and packages
• Performing maintenance duties - Cleaning, room setup etc.

Qualifications:

• Bondable with a valid Ontario Driver's License
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills - Microsoft Office

Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in security. The successful candidate will be required to complete various training including, but not limited to Standard First Aid /CPR/AED.

This unionized position is a casual position located in Stratford, Ontario and will begin immediately. Candidates must be available to work rotating twelve hour shifts and must be available evenings and weekends (including holidays).

Job Type: Casual

Hourly Rate: Currently $25.20

The Festival is working diligently toward a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.  We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

If you have the qualifications to fill this role and feel you could make a meaningful contribution to the Stratford Festival, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in a single PDF by August 5, 2021 to: