Job Posting: Volunteer Coordinator, Luminato Festival

Volunteer Coordinator – Application Closing Date: Monday, February 6, 2012

POSITION: Volunteer Coordinator
TERM:  5 month contract position
LOCATION:  111 Queen St. East, Toronto, ON

Now in its sixth year, Luminato is an annual ten-day celebration of the arts running from June 8-17, 2012, where Toronto’s stages, streets, and public spaces are infused with theatre, dance, classical and contemporary music, film, literature, visual arts, and design.

Luminato is designed to showcase Toronto’s bustling downtown core and the cultural renaissance transforming the city’s renowned concert halls, galleries, museum collections, and performing arts companies. Luminato brings Toronto’s light to the world, and the world’s light to Toronto.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Volunteer Coordinator for Luminato, Toronto’s Festival of Arts and Creativity, is responsible for the implementation and the day-to-day operations of the Festival’s Volunteer Program. The Volunteer Coordinator will work alongside the Assistant Manager to recruit, train and lead volunteers leading up to and during the 2012 Luminato Festival.

Volunteers play an integral part in the Festival by acting in a variety of roles (year round and during the festival) to ensure that festival guests and ticket holders have a positive experience.  During the 2011 Festival, over 450 volunteers assisted our guests by warmly welcoming and actively engaging with them.

The goal of the Luminato volunteer program is to have a corps of volunteers as diverse as the festival’s programming, as well as the city of Toronto.

As a vital part of the Volunteer Department team, the Volunteer Coordinator will report directly to the Assistant Manager, Volunteers as well as to the Director, Education & Outreach.

Core areas of responsibility:

1. Recruitment initiatives

• Develop and update recruitment content for website and other communications materials
• Supervise specialty volunteer teams and committees, chair monthly meetings
• Develop and facilitate new programs for year-round volunteer engagement
• Ongoing communication with volunteer corps re: Festival updates, scheduling, specialty programs etc.

2.   Scheduling

• Liaise with internal departments (including: Programming, Production, Marketing and Development) to assess volunteer requirements, to ensure proper coverage for all Festival events
• Liaise with arts, community and corporate partners
• Create, update and communicate shift information and schedules accessible to volunteers through the scheduling software

3.   Training

• Review Volunteer Centre administration and communications plan
• Develop and deliver volunteer orientation and training programs (including supplemental materials)
• Coordinate training location, technical requirements and schedule
• Review and interview specialized volunteer candidates

4.   Administrative

• Coordinate volunteer policies to ensure effective operations and organization of Volunteer Department
• Generate tracking reports for Luminato staff and external partners, measuring success and identifying opportunities for development
• Build on existing volunteer benefits program
• Coordinate ordering and distribution of volunteer t-shirts, hats and promotional items
• Attend weekly team meetings and monthly all-staff meetings

Qualifications
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and attributes:

• Minimum 2 years experience in arts administration or related fields; volunteer management and/or customer service experience a plus
• Proven track record in motivating individuals
• Detail oriented and ability to successfully meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, assess situations and provide solutions/recommendations to issues as they arise
• Intermediate to excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• A passion for both the arts and the city of Toronto

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter (Word or PDF documents only) to Nathaniel Bryan, Assistant Manager, Volunteers at nbryan@luminato.com with “Volunteer Coordinator” in the subject line by Monday, February 6, 2012.

We thank all those who apply; however, due to the volume of applications only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Luminato is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information on Luminato, please visit the website: luminato.com.

 

Job Posting: Business Director & COO, Tapestry New Opera

Position: Business Director & COO
Organization: Tapestry New Opera
Location: 55 Mill Street, Building 58, The Cannery, Studio 316, Distillery Historic District, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 3C4
Website: http://www.tapestrynewopera.com
Start Date: March, 2012 (negotiable)

The Organization
Tapestry New Opera is a not‐for‐profit arts organization whose mandate is to work collaboratively to create, develop and perform new opera nationally and internationally, promoting the advancement of emerging and established artists in the field of new opera and offering innovative education opportunities for youth and adults. Beginning with composers and writers, Tapestry provides dramaturgical guidance and support through the process of new work creation. The Tapestry New Work

Studio offers creative teams access to leading directors and performers as part of an intensive dramaturgical programme. Tapestry seeks opportunities to develop and showcase new works to local, national, and international audiences. These new works are relevant; grown out of contemporary situations by living artists, speaking directly to the experiences of today’s audiences. Tapestry works to advance the dialogue surrounding opera creation, with each new project helping to redefine the art form. Over the course of the past 32 years, Tapestry has been instrumental in shifting the culture of opera in Canada and has helped to shape a framework for new opera development in Canada and abroad.

The Position
The Business Director & COO will be a full-time senior position reporting to the Artistic Director & CEO.  The Business Director & COO will also sit on the Board of Directors.  He/she will have an opportunity to influence organizational structure, program delivery and growth/outreach strategies in collaboration with staff and Directors, while overseeing and managing every aspect of our full range of activities.  This position will have direct reports and will be responsible for recruiting and managing staff and their functions.

As a non-traditional, charitable organization with a long-history of innovation and creation, the successful candidate will display an entrepreneurial spirit, a sense of urgency, a collaborative and mentoring leadership style, and a demonstrated ability to balance strong planning with the tenacity to work through the unexpected.

Responsibilities
Operations, Fundraising, Staff, Board & Financial Management:

• Manage financial planning strategy sessions annually and as needed
• Develop financial plan for projects with a multi-year development stream
• Take primary responsibility for writing annual proposals and final reports to funders
• Design and maintain the annual budget as well as event or project specific budgets as needed, and manage all financial reporting
• Work collaboratively with the Artistic Director & CEO and the Board to ensure synchronized financing for events/projects
• Create and maintain management and process systems for the organization
• Oversee the work of the fundraising team
• Oversee all items related to board, liability and event insurance
• Manage the office and employees, ensuring HR policies/practices are maintained and evolved as appropriate
• Provide leadership to, mentor and oversee the work of direct reports which will include the development officer, bookkeeper as well as any others so designated as the organization structure evolves
• Work with the board to ensure corporate policies are up to date and emerging governance regulations are being met
• Work with auditor for annual financial reporting
• Ensure all requirements of charitable status are met
• Manage all banking issues
• Ensure all tax and government filings are submitted on a timely basis
• Provide detailed weekly staff/organizational reports to the Artistic Director & CEO

Programming, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications and Production:

• Manage the season planning and event booking process, timelines, deadlines
• Negotiate artist bookings, ensuring applicable union regulations are met
• Develop and manage contractual arrangements with production partners and collaborators
• Develop and manage copyright policy for Tapestry creations
• Oversee project/event planning, execution and follow-up
• Oversee all the organization’s PR, marketing and communications processes
• Oversee all outreach/educational activities
• Recruit and manage temporary and contract staff as required

Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated track record in management and arts administration
• University or College degree in areas such as arts administration, operations, or business management an asset
• High level of professionalism and ability to work with senior-level professionals
• Excellent communication, analytical, planning and employee management skills
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Word, Excel, social media
• Ability to manage a number of different projects and deadlines simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be self directed as well as be part of a team
• Genuine passion for, and commitment to Tapestry’s vision and mission

Applicants are requested to send a resume, cover letter and contact info for two references to humanresources@tapestrynewopera.com. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview

Job Posting: Bookkeeper, Tapestry New Opera

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Organization: Tapestry New Opera
Location: 55 Mill Street, Building 58 The Cannery, Studio 316, Distillery Historic District, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 3C4
Website: http://www.tapestrynewopera.com       

The organization
Tapestry New Opera is a not‐for‐profit arts organization whose mandate is to work collaboratively to create, develop and perform new opera nationally and internationally, promoting the advancement of emerging and established artists in the field of new opera and offering innovative education opportunities for youth and adults. Beginning with composers and writers, Tapestry provides dramaturgical guidance and support through the process of new work creation. The Tapestry New Work Studio offers creative teams access to leading directors and performers as part of an intensive dramaturgical programme. Tapestry seeks opportunities to develop and showcase new works to local, national, and international audiences. These new works are relevant; grown out of contemporary situations by living artists, speaking directly to the experiences of today’s audiences. Tapestry works to advance the dialogue surrounding opera creation, with each new project helping to redefine the art form. Over the course of the past 32 years, Tapestry has been instrumental in shifting the culture of opera in Canada and has helped to shape a framework for new opera development in Canada and abroad.

Position Purpose          
Maintain financial records and produce reports for management, funders, taxation authorities and others as needed.

Duties

Revenues

• Prepare bank deposits and take them to the bank
• Reconcile charitable donation receipts to fundraising revenue accounts

Expenses

• Post incoming bills and issue cheques
• Maintain photocopier and other leasing records
• Monitor supplier accounts; ensure that bills are paid

Payroll

• Calculate and issue semi-monthly paycheques
• Calculate and issue monthly Receiver General remittances
• Prepare artist payroll within the terms of standard contracts including Canadian Actors’ Equity Association, Toronto Musicians’ Association and others

Government reporting

• Issue T4 and T4A slips at year-end
• Prepare quarterly HST remittance
• Work with auditor to ensure that T3010 is filed annually

Paper documentation

• Maintain paper files containing paid bills, banking records, deposit records, etc.

Reconciliations and year-end

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation
• Update weekly cash flow statement; reconcile to general ledger
• Reconcile payables listing in Simply Accounting to unpaid bills on file
• Review and reconcile other balance sheet accounts as needed
• Prepare working schedules for annual audit
• Meet with auditor and respond to questions as needed

Support Managing Director

• Assist with budget preparation as requested
• Assist with government grant reporting as requested
• Issue financial reports for board meetings as requested

Skills           

• Full-service bookkeeping, as indicated by duties
• Simply Accounting
• Excel
• Word
• Outlook
• Familiarity with Sumac database software an asset

Qualifications
Minimum of two years’ experience at full-service bookkeeping. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working for not-for-profit or arts organizations. Familiarity with opera and/or theatre production an asset.

Please send resume and cover letter to humanresources@tapestrynewopera.com

Job Posting: Executive Director, Shaw Festival

POSITION: Executive Director
LOCATION: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
CORPORATE WEBSITE :  www.shawfest.com
REPORTS TO: Board of Governors

DIRECT REPORTS           
Finance Director, Planning & Education Director, Production Director, Development Director, Human Resources Director, Sales Director, Marketing Director, Director of Public Relations and Executive Assistant

INDIRECT REPORTS                      

All non-artistic staff of the festival

THE ORGANIZATION
The Shaw Festival is a major Canadian theatre festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake and the second largest repertory theatre company in North America.

The Festival was started in 1962 by Niagara-on-the-Lake area lawyer and playwright Brian Doherty, a man who had a great passion for the provocative work of George Bernard Shaw.  During the summer, Mr. Doherty organized eight weekend performances of Don Juan in Hell and Candida by Bernard Shaw under the title “Salute to Shaw”.  The following year, the Shaw Festival Theatre Foundation was established as a non-profit organization, with an elected volunteer Board of Governors.

From this small and specific beginning, the Shaw Festival has grown over 50 years to become a major theatrical voice both nationally and internationally and it continues to grow.  It expanded its mandate to include the plays of Shaw and his many illustrious contemporaries. The arrival of Artistic Director Christopher Newton saw the building of an acting ensemble which remains the centre of the organization. Under Artistic Director Jackie Maxwell, contemporary plays of the era were introduced, allowing for new points of view including Canadian plays to become part of the repertoire, plus the rediscovery of a once lost female theatrical voice.  This sees the Shaw Festival now presenting playbills which can range from Shaw to Ann-Marie MacDonald, Coward to Brian Friel, Ibsen to Lillian Hellman, Cole Porter to Adam Guettel. The Festival is still guided by the provocative spirit of George Bernard Shaw and to celebrate and recognize the immediacy of his work. “Contemporary Shavians” have now been introduced to the programming using writers from the past and present to showcase the best in contemporary thought to maintain the relevancy of the playbill, establishing the Shaw Festival as a vital contemporary theatrical voice.

ABOUT NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL), often called the loveliest town in Ontario, is nestled in the heart of Niagara’s storied wine region. NOTL is full of history, arts and culture and is a popular tourist destination. Well known for its wineries, shopping and theatres, NOTL is less than two hours from Toronto and less than an hour from Buffalo, NY.

For more information on the region, you can also go to: www.niagaraonthelake.com

THE POSITION
The Shaw Festival seeks an Executive Director (ED) who is an experienced leader and creative thinker, able to work closely in partnership with the Artistic Director to help ensure the future success of the organization. The new ED will lead the Shaw Festival to a new level of prominence and importance amongst North American theatre companies and enhance the reputation and profile of the Shaw Festival. The chosen candidate will demonstrate strong leadership acumen, exhibit effective organizational and solid interpersonal skills including a track record for leading organizational change, have a firm understanding of management processes, have excellent budgetary skills and possess outgoing and proactive community-building skills.

The ED reports to the Board of Governors and is accountable to the Board for the general management of the Festival, including advising and/or assisting the Board in the development, promotion and implementation of sound policies and objectives in support of the advancement and development of the Festival. S/he will also assist the Chair in effective internal Board communication and use of Board resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration/Financial Management

The ED is responsible for building an effective team internally, and cultivating a committed team to act externally in the community at large. The ED must exercise responsible stewardship of all resources within the organization and ensure the distribution and allocation of those resources for the optimum balance of artistic quality, financial strength, and institutional integrity.

The ED works with the Artistic Director, senior staff and the Board’s finance committee to generate an annual budget and in doing so, must evaluate the impact of programmatic decisions on other financial and institutional priorities. The ED is responsible for monthly financial reporting including current financial results, budget performance forecasting, accurate cash flow projections and balance sheet. The ED is also responsible for overseeing all capital related spending and acquisitions.

Audience Development/Earned Income

The ED works with the Development Director and the sales and marketing staff to plan and implement audience development activities including marketing strategies, public relations activities and promotional events for season and single ticket sales campaigns, as well as seasonal, production and program sponsorships.

Fundraising

The ED works with the Development Director to strategize fundraising activities of the Shaw Festival events, corporate giving, and government support and foundation grants. Working closely with the staff, the ED advises and assists the Board on developing strategies, successfully executing fundraising plans and making fundraising calls. S/he also works with the Board and volunteers to help coordinate special events and other fundraising activities.

Operations and Production Support

The ED oversees the operation and maintenance of the four Theatres physical plant, office, rehearsal, and production facilities. S/he also represents the Theatre in discussions/negotiations with relevant unions. S/he is responsible to maintain the integrity, workplace safety and efficient operations of the Festival’s physical space and environment

The ED works closely with the Artistic Director and the artistic staff to provide administrative services for the production process, including supervision of human resource functions, rights and contract negotiations, scheduling and finance management. S/he is involved in planning and negotiations for artistic projects, as appropriate.

Education

The ED works with the Artistic Director and Education Director to support and further the educational programs for the Shaw Festival.

Advocate

The ED will represent the Festival and act as principal liaison, in conjunction with the Artistic Director, with various constituencies including governments, agencies, theatre community, Festival Patrons and volunteer organizations. The ED/Artistic Director team presents the public face of the Shaw Festival and s/he may be called upon to speak to private and public organizations and to the press.

Challenges and Opportunities for the New Executive Director

• Work with the Artistic Director, Board and staff to create and execute long-term marketing and fundraising strategies that will sustain the fiscal and operational health of the organization.
• Establish plans to expand, modernize and develop new facilities including the prospect of a major capital campaign.
• In conjunction with the Board, AD and staff, develop a viable business model leading to longer term financial stability.
• Work closely with the Artistic Director to further expand the organization.
• Strengthen and enhance the organization’s administrative departments in support of the Shaw Festival’s expanded artistic goals and developing the resources to do so.
• Delineate clear lines of responsibility and communication within the organization to ensure that all functions of the organization are the clear responsibility of either the Artistic Director or Executive Director or the Board Chair.
• Ensure that compensation is fair within the institution, and competitive within the industry.
• Conduct all affairs of the organization with adherence to legal requirements, best practices, and conditions conductive to a creative home for artists.
• Strengthen community bonds in NOTL while building joint marketing initiatives and partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a passion and belief in the current work of the Shaw Festival.
• Have the desire and ability to partner with the Theatre’s Artistic Director and to support and communicate the organization’s mission and goals;
• Have a minimum of ten years experience in a senior management/leadership position with experience in fundraising, Board relations, and marketing. Prior experience in a performing arts organization is desirable, but a passion for theatre is a prerequisite;
• Have strong skills in budgeting, presenting, and interpreting monthly and quarterly budget estimates, creating long term budgets and goals, and financial management;
• Demonstrate experience and capacity to lead, manage, motivate, inspire, train and collaborate with staff, artists, Board and volunteers;
• Have the ability to successfully develop and implement long-term strategic and annual tactical plans;
• Be able to speak and write persuasively and serve as a spokesperson for the company in public and to the media;
• Show expertise in the understanding and management of complex financial activities;
• Demonstrate experience in supervising/managing fundraising campaigns and identifying new sources and increased levels of contributed income;
• Have a working knowledge of artistic production including intellectual property rights, collective bargaining and contracts;
• Have experience and knowledge of marketing, advertising and public relations activities, particularly as they relate to growing ticket and other earned income revenue;
• Demonstrate a passion for theatre and the connection between a professional company and its community.
• Experience building and effectively managing government and community relations

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Natural leadership skills; pro-active and dynamic professional who inspires confidence and credibility; superior intellect, strategic orientation and polished presence
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the personal stature to inspire colleagues and stakeholders and represent the Festival
• Exhibit stamina and a strong work ethic, as well as flexibility to deal with unpredictable pressures and a constant flow of work activity
• Result oriented personality with a collegial management approach and a flexible personal style with a high level of integrity and an ability to balance multiple priorities
• Pragmatic problem-solver; disciplined, takes initiative and accepts ownership with a hands on approach
• Extremely organized and detail oriented
• A passion for theatre

COMPENSATION

A competitive, experienced-based compensation package will be provided with salary and applicable benefits.

CONTACTS

Daniel Weinzweig
Managing Partner                        Email:            daniel@searchlightcanada.com

John McQuaker
Senior Associate                        Email:            john@searchlightcanada.com

We thank all those who apply, however only those advancing in the process will be contacted.

Announcement: Join zeeBigBang’s Growing Theatre Community!, zeeBigBang

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The zeeBigBang one-year free membership includes:

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Use zeeBigBang to integrate all your social media and professional links to create one centralized commercial presence on the web. zeeBigBang can help you build your business by promoting your brand and establishing your place in the new world of Arts & Entertainment.

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Event: The Shakespeare Challenge-A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare in Action

The Shakespeare Challenge-A Midsummer Night’s Dream
One Night Only. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2012 @ 7:30PM.

THE SHAKESPEARE CHALLENGE is Shakespeare in Action’s largest fundraising event. Our goal is to raise money for a subsidized ticket program. This program will enable young people from Toronto’s priority neighbourhoods to see exceptional professional theatre free of charge. SHAKESPEARE IN ACTION has recruited nine non-actors to give both their time and talent to take the challenge. Under the direction of Michael Kelly and Adam Seybold, our fearless champions will perform A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM for one night only at The Arts and Letters Club of Toronto. The event will also feature a silent auction and musical entertainment.

Location: The Arts and Letters Club of Toronto
Ticket offer: $40.00
How to book the tickets: Book online
www.shakespeareinaction.org

Volunteer: Upcoming Opportunities, b current

B current is pleased to announce its latest volunteer opportunities, in anticipation of the exciting world premiere of our main stage show: Obeah Opera (February 16 – March 4).

Here are the areas for which we require volunteers:

January 30 @ Studio 251, Wychwood Barns (601 Christie)

In-Studio event featuring Michael Chambers, curator of the Bathurst Stripped installation being held at the 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture in conjunction with Obeah Opera.

Ushers and attendants needed!

February 3-7 – TBA

Interested in technical theatre?  Curious what happens backstage long before the actors arrive? Come help with various aspects of the set build including painting and cutting.  Confirmed to date: Feb. 3 we will be at Toronto Studios (Royal York and Lakeshore) painting from 9:00 am onwards; Feb 5 (evening) we are at The Wychwood Barns for cutting.

February 13 @ 918 Bathurst

Interested in technical theatre?  Want to help us make our performers shine?  Please join us for our lighting hang.

February 23 @ 918 Bathurst

Want to help with the set up of our opening reception for Obeah Opera?  Let us know!

February 16 through to March 4 @ 918 Bathurst

Want to hone your excellent communication and interpersonal skills?  Please volunteer your time as an usher or box office associate at one or more of our productions of Obeah Opera.

If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities, please contact the volunteer coordinator – Lorenzo – by email at info@bcurrent.ca or by phone: 416-533-1500, specifying your area of interest, or RSVP to attend our meet and greet / volunteer orientation.

An informal volunteer orientation will be held:

Monday, January 30, 2012 between 6:00 – 7:00 pm at the b current studio space @ Wychwood Barns (601 Christie Street, just South of St. Clair W.)

Please confirm your attendance by contacting Lorenzo by email at info@bcurrent.ca or by phone: 416-533-1500

After the orientation, feel free to stick around for the In-Studio event featuring Michael Chambers, beginning @ 7:30 pm (as per above, there is the chance to help out too if you wish!)

Finally, if you feel you might have any additional skills which could be of benefit to us, please do not hesitate to let us know.  We would love to meet you!

Event: Annual Conference-SAVE THE DATE, PACT

The 35th annual PACT Conference will be held at the Huron Country Playhouse, with our hosts Drayton Entertainment and accommodation and conference facilities by Oakwood Resort, Golf, Spa and Conference Centre in Grand Bend, Ontario. Conference announcements, registration and accommodation registration will launch in February.

Wednesday, May 9 – Saturday, May 12, 2012

Workshop: PD Day: The Ultimate Board Game, PACT

PD Day: The Ultimate Board Game
Facilitated by Cheryl Ewing, Cheryl A. Ewing (Kitchener, ON).

Having a strong Board of Directors is a very necessary element in the equation of a healthy, functioning arts organization. Boards and staff often struggle through their respective roles and responsibilities and too often the relationship becomes more negative than positive. Learn what you can do to mitigate challenges and turn this potential adversary into your greatest ally.

This workshop is facilitated by a professional facilitator working with input from a seasoned PACT member and will be further tailored to participant needs based upon input from a participant survey prior to the workshop. Depending upon participant needs this session may touch upon defining roles and responsibilities, Board development, recruitment and retention, creating an arts-friendly board with members of your business community, and will provide the opportunity to share best practices, challenges and opportunities with your PACT peers.

PD DAY The Ultimate Board Game has been presented in Vancouver (December), and will be presented in Toronto (TBA), Calgary (March) and Montreal (March) facilitated by Cheryl Ewing and a ‘local’ PACT expert. We will be gathering information as we travel between regions, compiling an overview of similarities and differences found at each session along with a ‘highlight reel’ of best practices, useful tips and relevant data collected along the way. This will be presented as an open discussion at the 2012 Conference at the Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend, Ontario.

$100 (+tx) for PACT Members and Affiliates / $115 (+tx) for non-PACT companies /  includes coffee and lunch – Register at boomers@pact.ca

Toronto, ON – Date TBC *IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS SESSION PLEASE E-MAIL BOOMER BOOMERS@PACT.CA TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL DATES

Workshop: Continuous Professional Development Workshop, PACT

Continuous Professional Development Workshop (CPD) – Level One & Two: Strategic Planning for Your Career

Facilitated by Ottie Lockey, Ottie Lockey Management (Toronto, ON) and Lucy White, Executive Director, PACT (Toronto, ON).

Continuous Professional Development is defined as the ongoing and purposeful improvement of professional competence throughout a person’s working life. It is a commitment to yourself: to be professional, keeping up to date in your field, and to continuously seek to improve. It is essential to optimizing your career opportunities, both today and for the future.

CPD is an approach to professional development that outs the individual theatre professional in the driver’s seat. CPD is a practical tool for personal professional development planning. Whether you are looking for professional development to make your job easier and enable you to work smarter or to develop or enhance your personal career path, a CPD plan will benefit you.

During our one-day workshop participants will create a personalized CPD plan which will help you:

• To build strength, confidence and creativity in identifying core competencies you want and need
• To set personal goals in professional development and provide the means to achieve your goals.

PACT Members and Affiliates /$100 (plus applicable taxes) – includes lunch.
Non-Members $115 (plus applicable taxes) – includes lunch. Register at boomers@pact.ca .

1. Guelph, ON – Level One Workshop. Monday, February 13, 2012 – 9:30am – 4:30pm EST
2. Toronto, ON – Level One & Two. Monday, March 19, 2012 – 9:30am – 4:30pm EST