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Directed by : Glynis Leyshon Written by : Kate Hennig Actors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein Set Design : Scott Reid. Lighting Design : David Fraser Costume Design : Heather Moore Photo : Benjamin Laird

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Directed by : Glynis Leyshon Written by : Kate Hennig Actors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein Set Design : Scott Reid. Lighting Design : David Fraser Costume Design : Heather Moore Photo : Benjamin Laird

Job (Calgary): General Manager – The GRAND Job (Calgary): General Manager – The GRAND The GRAND is a non-profit organization committed to supporting our local arts community and our mandate to be Calgary’s Contemporary Culture House.

In addition to its theatre productions and support of the arts, The GRAND property is also well positioned for rentals, hosting and curating events such as corporate functions, corporate parties, fund raisers, weddings, music, comedy, fashion shows and similar events related to the community.

Through challenging economic times and the COVID-19 pandemic, The Board of The GRAND has been working diligently on preparing a sustainable path forward for The GRAND to ensure we are a sustainable foundation for curating the arts in Calgary.

To make this happen,



we are building a talented team of people who are passionate about our local arts community and possessing key skills needed to lead us forward. We’re incredibly proud of our team and their commitment to the arts community in Calgary. Learn more about The GRAND at our website.

How do you fit in? Reporting to The Board of Directors, the General Manager oversees the business operations of The GRAND and executes on the business model. The General Manager is the most senior level role in the organization and responsible for general oversight and accountability of all aspects of the organization.

The right candidate faces each day with optimism. They are accountable, versatile, adaptable to change, a proactive multi-tasker, and are adept at forging relationships within the community and with all internal and external stakeholders of The GRAND. This candidate takes initiative and always goes the extra mile, supporting the team with needed tasks no matter how small, with a positive attitude and image at all times.

What you’ll be doing:

Build strategic and tactical plans to execute on the business model, vision and mandate of The GRAND as set by The Board

Carries out various tasks independently and with the assistance of a small team to ensure strategic and tactical plans are achieved





Manages and accountable for The GRAND’s finances

Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting

Forecasts booking revenues and cancellations; accurately tracks consumption on all bookings; ensures prompt and accurate billing

Responsible for human resources

Preparing grant applications and all required government correspondence

Represents the theatre within the community, including attendance at conferences, community events, and performances

Actively promotes the theatre, rental opportunities, events and functions

Acquires clients through prospecting, relationships and community awareness

Coordinates and leads site tours for potential clients

Assists clients in planning room set-up, decorations and other services as requested by the client

Assists clients in handover to food and beverage supplier

Provides personal welcome for major events and functions

Ensures all requirements are communicated and completed to clients’ specifications

Follows up to ensure client satisfaction

General office and building management

Ensures all collateral materials for advertising, promoting and securing business for The GRAND are up to date and ready for distribution

Manages production and presentation budgets

Prepares and delivers presentations to The Board

Supervises, directs, engages and develops team

Sets policies and standards for the operation of the theatre

Work with the Resident Company of Artists to develop new creation work and contributes to curating and building seasons and programming

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