Key Responsibilities

Artistic Leadership

- Develop, articulate, and carry out a compelling artistic vision that advances DSW’s mission and artistic mandate.
- Provide artistic leadership for the organization’s programs and activities.
- Select and develop programming for each season, balancing artistic vision with available financial, human, production, and marketing resources.
- Present proposed annual programming to the Board for approval.
- Select, engage, and coordinate artists and choreographers.
- Provide artistic leadership throughout the creative and production process.
- Develop production concepts and guide artistic elements and progress.
- Engage stage management and collaborate in the selection of technical and production personnel.
- Attend production and planning meetings as required.
- Evaluate and contribute to the ongoing artistic development and strategic direction of DSW.
- Champion artistic excellence, experimentation, professional development, and meaningful creative dialogue.

Community & Artistic Relationships

- Be an active and visible member of Canada’s dance community.
- Attend performances and events presented by other organizations and artists.
- Develop and nurture creative partnerships and relationships within Calgary and Alberta.
- Maintain and expand connections within the national dance community.
- Support opportunities that increase connection and collaboration among Alberta dance artists.
- Promote DSW’s work and mandate within the broader artistic community and skilled associations.
- Build relationships that strengthen opportunities for artists, audiences, and the organization.
- Inclusive & Diverse Artistic Practice




- Advance DSW's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility among artists, collaborators, audiences, and contractors.
- Support programming and organizational practices that create meaningful opportunities for diverse voices and perspectives.
- Foster an artistic environment grounded in respect, collaboration, curiosity, and openness.
- Organizational Leadership & Finance
- Prepare annual artistic and program budget recommendations for consideration by the Board.
- Participate in annual budget development and work within approved artistic budgets.
- Contribute to strategic planning and organizational development.
- Foster positive, respectful, and collaborative relationships among artists, contractors, volunteers, and Board members.
- Help create a strong sense of team within a small organization where collaboration and flexibility are essential.
- Develop positive relationships with government and other funding agencies and communicate DSW’s artistic vision and impact.
- Assist with government grant applications and other funding proposals.
- Support implementation of the organization’s Fund Development Plan.
- Participate in donor cultivation, stewardship, and face-to-face solicitation activities as appropriate.
- Participate in fundraising events and activities, including bingos,



casinos, raffles, and special events.
- Leverage relationships within the artistic community to help recruit volunteers for fundraising activities.
- Participate knowledgeably and enthusiastically in donor and sponsor cultivation and stewardship activities.
- Help communicate the artistic value and community impact of DSW to funders, donors, sponsors, and audiences.

Marketing & Communications

- Contribute to the development and execution of DSW’s Marketing Plan.
- Provide artistic perspective on imagery, messaging, and promotional strategies.
- Prepare or contribute artistic statements, program notes, newsletter and website content, and other promotional materials.
- Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson on artistic matters.
- Participate in media interviews, photo calls, and other public relations opportunities.
- Ensure Board members, volunteers, and contractors have the information they need to speak confidently about DSW’s artistic mandate and programming.
- Participate in pre-show chats, receptions, and special events, helping build meaningful relationships with audiences, sponsors, donors, and community partners.
- Communicate with patrons regarding artistic questions or concerns as they arise.

Board & Governance

- Attend Board meetings and provide written reports on artistic activities and matters related to the artistic mandate.
- Attend and participate in the Annual General Meeting, including presenting an artistic report for inclusion in the Annual Report.
- Participate in Board committees as mutually agreed upon.
- Take an active lea

📌 Artistic Director (Calgary)
🏢 Cultural Human Resources Council
📍 Calgary