Shape Waterloo’s creative economy through arts-sector strategy, public art, and community partnerships at Waterloo City Centre. As Manager, Arts and Creative Industries, you will lead the City’s work across the broader creative sector. The position sits within Economic Development and directs programs, services, and strategies supporting arts and creative industries.

You will guide professionals, strengthen relationships with internal departments and external partners, and support cultural programming, festivals, and events.

Key Responsibilities

- Advance priorities supporting Waterloo’s creative sector and local economy
- Lead cross-functional collaboration across internal departments
- Research and recommend creative-sector policies and initiatives
- Monitor trends, issues,



and opportunities informing decisions
- Provide recommendations to senior management and Council Requirements:
- Leadership ability aligned with the City’s values
- Experience coaching, developing, and managing staff performance
- Ability to foster inclusive and collaborative teams
- Solid working relationships with community stakeholders and sector leaders
- Ability to evaluate strategies, programs, and related plans Use creative-sector development, strategic advice, and collaborative leadership to strengthen Waterloo’s arts ecosystem and community connections.

📌 Creative Sector Development Manager (Toronto)
🏢 City of Waterloo
📍 Toronto