THE ROLE

Join the Royal Winnipeg Ballet during an exciting time of growth and innovation. The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is entering an exciting new chapter, with new leadership, expanded programming, growing community engagement initiatives, new artistic projects, and increased opportunities for collaboration across the Company and School.

As one of Canada’s leading arts organizations, the RWB continues to evolve through performances, educational programming, touring initiatives, and community-based projects that connect dance with audiences across Manitoba and beyond.

We are currently seeking an organized, collaborative, and proactive Producer to join our Production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced creative environment and is excited by the opportunity to help bring a wide range of productions, tours, special events, and artistic initiatives to life.

The Producer is responsible for administering RWB projects and events, including budgeting, contracting, planning, scheduling, and ensuring successful execution on time and within budget. This role reports to the Production Manager and works closely with the Executive Director and Company Manager. 

The Producer will play an integral role in coordinating and executing key RWB projects including Studio Series, the Northern Lights Project, First Steps, the RWB School Showcase, Concert Hour Ballet, the On the Edge Tour, and other exciting performances and initiatives involving both the Company and School. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful artistic work while helping shape the future of one of Canada’s most celebrated cultural institutions.

KEY DUTIES

•     Develop a thorough understanding of each project for which the Producer is responsible.

•     Support in helping to execute the successful and timely negotiations of artistic and production contract engagements.

•     Prepare and review contracts for the projects for execution by the Executive Director.

•     Create and prepare projects’ budgets for the review, ensure all budgets include appropriate forecasting and budget modifications as required.

•     Continually update “working” budgets with actuals as they become known, escalating budget issues appropriately as needed.

•     Create financial reporting showing the original budget and each project’s actual expenditures.

•     Secure venues for projects and events and manage all related contract negotiations and venue agreements.

•     Prepare and coordinate work-back schedules to ensure timely delivery across all service departments.

•     Coordinate and maintain administrative systems and processes to ensure consistent and accurate information flow.

•     Liaise between production, administration and contractors (visiting artists, creative teams’ members etc).

•     Oversee the care and coordination of guest contractors including booking flights, accommodation and visas.

•     Develop and manage projects’ production schedules and event scenarios.

•     Work with the Production Manager to ensure projects’ production needs are met.

•     Plan, manage, and execute touring projects Concert Hour Ballet and On the Edge Tour.

•     Coordinate tours’ itineraries: book transportation, accommodations, and manage payments and reconciliations. Liaise with venues and presenters on performance schedules, riders, and activities.

•     Act as Company Manager and serve as a representative for the organization when on tour.

•     Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

WORK SETTING

This role requires communication with internal and external stakeholders, adaptability with shifting priorities, and timely decision-making. Evenings and weekends, and some travel is required.

WHAT YOU BRING

•     Post-secondary education in Stage Management, Theatre Production, Project Management, Arts & Cultural Management; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

•     Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF.

•     Experience with project management software an asset.

•     Thorough understanding and experience in developing and monitoring projects’ budgets.

•     Experience in drafting contracts and strong negotiating skills

•     Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•     Detailed-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

•     Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

•     High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

•     Effective time management skills to achieve results.

•     Strong initiative and self-motivation.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

•     Employer-paid health & dental benefits.

•     Matching RRSP program.

•     Subsidized bus pass.

•     Complimentary tickets to RWB performances.

•     Goodlife Fitness Membership discount.

•     Employee Assistance Program.