Globe Theatre is seeking a highly organized, dynamic, and leadership-driven individual to join the team as Artistic Producer. Reporting to both the Artistic Director and Executive Director, the Artistic Producer (AP) will serve as a senior leader within the organization.
At Globe Theatre, the Artistic Director (AD) is responsible for shaping the organization’s artistic identity and curating the programming in alignment with its mission, values, and community. The Executive Director (ED) oversees strategic and financial leadership, including revenue generation, governance, human resources, and administration. Together, the AD and ED serve as co-heads of the organization. While some responsibilities are distinct, many are shared or complementary, and the Artistic Producer works closely with both, serving as the bridge between vision and execution.
The AP plays a key leadership role in translating the artistic vision into deliverable, high-quality, and sustainable productions throughout the organization. They ensure that programming aligns with operational capacity, community priorities, and funder expectations.
Working cross-departmentally, the AP ensures the company’s programming is clearly communicated and effectively executed across the organization, while also being meaningfully represented to audiences and community partners.
The AP will work with the ED and HR consultant to develop cohesive practices and procedures that support a healthy and inclusive work environment. These practices will be tailored to the AP’s areas of oversight while aligning with and supporting the company-wide mandate.
This role will be closely connected to diversifying the Globe’s revenue streams to support long-term sustainability across the organization. In collaboration with various departments and working closely with the Artistic Director and Director of Engagement, the Artistic Producer will help develop and support programs that generate new revenue. The role will contribute meaningfully to the dramaturgy of the company’s mission, exploring how we engage with community members, patrons, and businesses, while placing artistic work in the public sphere. The AP will also help conceive and shape auxiliary events that animate both the company and its programming.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of producing multiple artistic projects consecutively, managing educational operations, and running a producing/ presenting house.
This is a pivotal leadership position requiring vision, decisiveness, strategic thinking, and compassion. As the Globe Theatre enters a phase of significant growth following the expansion of its facility, the Artistic Producer will be instrumental in guiding this next chapter of the company’s evolution.
Artistic
- Explore innovative programming models and revenue-generating artistic opportunities.
- Act as a liaison between departments to ensure artistic programming is clearly understood and supported across the organization.
- Develop and oversee special initiatives such as touring partnerships, festivals, and residencies.
- Support the Artistic Director and Artistic Associate in selecting and shaping the mainstage season.
- Assist in identifying and engaging directors, creative teams, and performers.
- Oversee, through the Director of Production, the hiring of creative and production personnel.
- Oversee, through the Company Manager, the hiring of all performers and directors, including the audition processes.
- Supporting the AD & ED’s ambitions for the Community Black Box Theatre, including both internal and external presentations.
- Ensure that visiting artists and creatives feel welcomed and supported.
- Serve as one of the key artistic representatives for the Globe.
- Serve as Acting Artistic Director during leaves or absences.
Leadership
- Supervise the Director of Production, Theatre School Director, and Company Manager; additional positions may fall under this role as the organization grows.
- Participate in union negotiations and manage labour relations for IATSE and PACT contracts.
- Lead HR functions for programming, production, and education, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, disciplinary processes, and negotiations.
- Contribute to policy development and organizational planning alongside other senior leadership.
- Provide regular updates to the Artistic and Executive Directors.
- Attend select board meetings to report on relevant departments.
- Help define and implement the Globe’s long-term mission, vision, and values.
- Ensure organizational structures within the AP’s departments support the successful delivery of programming, the strategic plan, and overall artistic vision.
Business
- Oversee creation and management of production budgets, led by the Director of Production.
- Manage budgets related to Community Black Box Theatre programming and rentals, with the other departments.
- Prepare and manage other related programming budgets that includes auxiliary programing, offsite and theatre school.
- Collaborate with development and marketing teams to align messaging with artistic programming.
- Partner with communications and sales teams to drive ticket sales and explore other revenue opportunities.
- Serve as Acting Executive Director during leaves or absences.
Competencies
- Exceptional time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Deep knowledge and experience producing professional theatre
- Knowledge and understanding of the Canadian theatre milieu
- Experience running a producing/presenting house
- Strong written and verbal communication
- High attention to detail, with proven editing and proofreading skills
- Excellent organizational and scheduling ability
- Discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, friendly, and approachable manner
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and CADing software
- Background in arts administration, producing, or education is a strong asset
