Overview The Port Theatre Society is a charitable not-for-profit organization that co-manages the Port Theatre with the City of Nanaimo. The Port Theatre is a community performing arts centre located on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, in the heart of Nanaimo on Central Vancouver Island.
The organization has earned an international reputation for its acclaimed Spotlight Series. The theatre is an important gathering place for professional arts organizations, community groups, audiences, donors, volunteers, and civic partners. Strategically situated on the national touring circuit, the theatre supports a wide variety of events and activities including concerts, theatre, dance, recitals, competitions, graduations, conferences, community events, and many other public and private activities.
The Port Theatre is one of the busiest theatres in British Columbia with over 307 days of activity and welcoming over 124,000 people through our doors annually. The Society has grown substantially in recent years building back from the pandemic. In 2022, its annual operating budget was approximately $1.6 million.
In the upcoming 2026-2027 season, it is expected to reach $3.5 million. This growth reflects the Society's expanding artistic, civic, operational, and community role, and requires additional senior leadership to support long-term sustainability, resilience, and high-level execution.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Marketing and Communications Manager is responsible for growing audiences across the Society’s Port Present Series, strengthening our public profile, supporting ticket sales, rentals, and community engagement. This individual will lead integrated marketing and communications for the Society.
Marketing is responsible for generating demand: audience development, promotion, advertising, market research, campaign performance, and revenue-supporting activity.
Communications is responsible for managing the Society’s voice, image, and reputation: organizational messaging, media relations, and editorial standards and style.
The Manager also oversees the creation and production of visual, written, audio, and video materials for promotional, internal, and archival purposes.
As a public ambassador for the organization, this role will build respectful relationships with artists, agents, sponsors, contractors, community partners, audience members, staff, volunteers, donors, and the public while representing the Society’s mission and values.
The position additionally supervises the part-time Marketing Assistant and works collaboratively across departments to ensure accurate, timely, and coordinated communications and marketing. In a small-team environment, it is essential this role anticipates organizational needs, establishes priorities, manages deadlines, and ensures marketing and communications projects are delivered accurately, effectively, and on schedule.
For complete details please visit the Careers page on the Port Theatre website: https://www.porttheatre.com/about/ careers
Candidates are invited to submit:
· A cover letter outlining their interest in the position and relevant experience.
· A current resume.
· Portfolio (welcome but not required).
Applications should be submitted by email to:
[email protected]
Subject line: Marketing and Communications Manager
Candidates who advance in the selection process will be asked to provide two references.
The Port Theatre Society is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. The Society welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, and perspectives.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm November 22, 2026, or until the position is filled.
Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Perks
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
📌 Marketing and Communications Manager (Nanaimo)
🏢 The Port Theatre Society
📍 Nanaimo