Lead the future of devised theatre in Canada. WE ARE HIRING.Executive Director (Full-Time, Salaried $60K/Year)Ghost River Theatre – Calgary (Mohkinstsis)2007 10 Ave SWwww.Ghostrivertheatre.Com“...No one is better at mounting a totally unique and exquisitely creative piece of work than Ghost River Theatre.” Jessica Goldman, CBC Radio ReviewerGhost River Theatre is seeking an Executive Director to co‑lead Canada’s foremost devised theatre company.Working in close partnership with Artistic Director Eric Rose, this is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of an artist‑driven organization known for its visually striking, design‑led productions and national and international touring work.About Ghost River TheatreGRT makes our work in a rigorous, supportive collaborative‑creation environment that recognizes and utilizes the unique abilities of all participants, premiering our work in Calgary and then touring it nationally and internationally. We value the daring, the illuminative, and the surprising. Our work embraces a hybrid of high‑tech visual spectacle with low‑fi theatrical magic, constantly reframing and rediscovering what theatre is and is capable of.WATCH THE GRT DOCUMENTARYOver our 32‑year history, our unique creation process has yielded an impressive roster of critically acclaimed productions: ONE, The Highest Step in the World, Tomorrow’s Child, GIANT, The Last Voyage of Donald Crowhurst, STRUCK, among many others. Our intention is to engage audiences in meaning‑making experiences that push the boundaries of live performance, while wrestling with the complexities of our contemporary moment.GRT is honoured to be an arts leader in the Calgary, Alberta, and national cultural ecologies. Each year GRT hosts and teaches artists from all over the world through our Devised Theatre Intensives. As a leader in our community, GRT co‑founded and co‑manages The West Village Theatre, an 80‑seat black box performance and administrative space located in Calgary’s inner‑city neighbourhood of Sunalta.Our VisionGRT is a catalyst for enriching Calgary’s thriving arts community.



Our mission is to drive boundary‑pushing and immersive creative experiences in original live performance.We areCREATIVEin our artistry and our decision‑making.We encourage a diversity of perspectives and talents to come together toCO‑CREATEWe act withCOURAGE, willing to take the steps required to grow and (sometimes) leap into the unknown.We are committed to a “humans‑first” culture that centres creativity, care, and collaboration.The RoleThis is a hands‑on leadership position within a small, highly collaborative organization.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) co‑leads the organization with the Artistic Director, providing strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of the company.ResponsibilitiesOrganizational strategy and long‑term sustainabilityFinancial management, budgeting, and reportingFund development, including grants, donors, and sponsorshipMarketing, audience development, and communicationsOperations, HR, and administrative systemsCommunity and stakeholder relationshipsSupporting production, touring, and program planningAdditional DutiesServes as ex‑officio on Board committeesRepresents GRT on the West Village Theatre Society BoardOversees a small team including a part‑time Producer, contract bookkeeper, and project‑based staffWho We’re Looking ForThis role is well suited to an emerging or mid‑career arts leader ready to step into (or grow within) an Executive Director position in a dynamic creation environment.QualificationsLeadership & StrategyExperience in arts or non‑profit leadershipAbility to develop and implement strategic and operational plansExperience working with or reporting to a BoardFinancial & Fund DevelopmentStrong budgeting and financial management skillsExperience with government grants and reportingFundraising experience (public, private, or earned revenue)Community & Audience EngagementRelationship‑building skills across artists,



donors, partners, and communityExperience with marketing, communications, and audience developmentOperations & ManagementExperience managing people, projects, and systems in a nimble environmentComfort balancing big‑picture thinking with day‑to‑day operationsPersonal QualitiesCollaborative, transparent, and people‑centred leadership styleStrong communication and public‑facing presenceAdaptable, resourceful, and energized by creation‑based workCommitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibilityCommitment to EquityGhost River Theatre is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in both our artistic and organizational practices. We actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, Deaf, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, and/or from other equity‑seeking communities.Ghost River Theatre calls Treaty 7 territory our home base, which is the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Kainai, Siksika and Piikani Nations, the Tsuut’ina (Dene) Nation and the Mînî Thnî (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney), the Métis Nation within Alberta (Nose Hill Métis District 5 and Elbow Métis District 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.Compensation & Working ConditionsSalary: $60,000/yearHealth spending accountMonthly cell phone allowanceFlexible work schedule4 Week Vacation with an additional 2‑week office shut down over the Christmas holidays (following probation)Calgary‑based; primarily in‑person at West Village Theatre (free parking)Why This Role?Co‑lead a nationally recognized, artist‑driven companyShape innovative recent work with touring potentialWork in a deeply collaborative, values‑driven environmentContribute meaningfully to Calgary’s arts ecologyHow to ApplyPlease send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] deadline: April 21, 2026 (or until filled)If you require application support or accommodations, please contact [email protected] thank all applicants; only those selected forinterviews will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Executive Director - C$60,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Ghost River Theatre
📍 Winnipeg