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Job (Edmonton): Rapid Fire Theatre Seeking General Manager GENERAL MANAGER
Rapid Fire Theatre Posting Date: November 4, 2019
Company: Rapid Fire Theatre
Work Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (relocation assistance available)
Start Date: March 30, 2020
Compensation: $45,000 – $55,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week
Application Deadline: November 30, 2019
Rapid Fire Theatre seeks an enthusiastic, proven leader in arts administration to join our organization as the next General Manager.
ABOUT RAPID FIRE THEATRE Rapid Fire Theatre (RFT) is Edmonton’s longest-running improv comedy company; producing a minimum of four weekly shows in Edmonton, as well as corporate and festival touring abroad. We produce a number of annual festivals, including Improvaganza, one of the most sought-after improv festivals in the world, and the Wildfire Teen Improv Festival. Rapid Fire Theatre is a non-profit organization; its mandate is to raise the profile of improvisation as an art form in Edmonton, and beyond.
RFT is currently a tenant in the Citadel Theatre in downtown Edmonton. We are engaged in a project to secure a more permanent home for our programming. This project will be managed by another staff member, who is accountable to the General Manager.
The General Manager (GM) functions with authority from the Board of Directors to be the Chief Executive Officer of Rapid Fire Theatre. The GM is responsible for the business operations of our wonderfully unique business. Responsibilities include day-to-day operations such as Finance, Administration, Human Resources, Patron Services, Fundraising & Sponsorship, Government Liaison, Marketing & Sales, and Contract Negotiations. The GM will either handle these responsibilities directly,



or empower team members to do so. The GM has equal authority as the Artistic Director, both of whom are directly accountable to the Board of Directors. The people currently accountable to the GM include the Director of Finance, Front of House Manager, Front of House Volunteers, Marketing Director and Social Media Coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership
Through positive and empowering leadership, the GM will promote and execute RFT’s vision, mission and strategic plan.
Administration
Develop the administrative procedures, human resources and tools for effective day to day operations.
Financial Management
Manage and monitor all finances, budgets and accounts. Create revenue targets and implement strategies to meet those targets through fundraising, grants, registrations, box office revenue and marketing.
Government Liaison
Identify and apply for government funding opportunities.
Fundraising & Sponsorship
Develop, coordinate and maintain all fundraising and sponsorship strategies and programs.
Box Office
Maintain the systems and human resources for a successful box office and front-of-house
Contract Negotiations
Negotiate and enter into all necessary agreements and contracts on behalf of RFT.
Special Events
Coordinate all administrative support for special events including festivals and out of town visitors.
JOB REQUIREMENTS 5+ years relevant management experience in theatre or arts administration




5+ years of experience with managing full cycle accounting and budgeting
Experience managing marketing and communications
Experience preparing grant applications and all required government correspondence
DO YOU HAVE? A “Yes, and” leadership style that empowers team members
Strong, proven ability to manage, mentor and foster growth in stakeholders
An understanding and appreciation of improv as an art-form
A sense of humour
An appreciation for fostering improv values in the workplace including Collaboration & Consensus Building, Listening, Acceptance, Positivity, Risk-taking and Happy Failure
A passion for fostering an equitable work workplace and an empathetic attitude to stakeholders from all walks of life.
Patience, compassion and objectivity in stressful situations
Very strong organizational skills, including balancing multiple responsibilities and effectively meeting deadlines
Excellent technical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Google Suite, Sage, Slack, WordPress and a willingness to learn new approaches and tools
Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
Very strong customer service orientation
Adaptability to a changing work environment
Adaptability to changing work hours throughout the year
Rapid Fire Theatre is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community on our stages, in our classrooms, and in our leadership. We believe in equity and inclusion and strongly encourage submissions from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, and physical ability.
Thank you to all applicants. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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