Manitoba Theatre for Young People is seeking a dynamic, customer service oriented individual as a School Sales Coordinator.  Interested candidates may find more information on this opportunity, including how to apply, by reading below.

School Sales Coordinator

Manitoba Theatre for Young People is one of the largest theatres for young audiences in Canada and plays a leading role in theatre in the country. MTYP has the privilege of being located in Treaty 1, in the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis, operating out of the first purpose-built facility for young audiences in Canada, situated at the Forks in Winnipeg. In addition to productions and touring, and being the proud home of Native Youth Theatre, MTYP serves 1,600 students annually through its MTYP School programming.

Manitoba Theatre for Young People is seeking a dynamic, customer service oriented individual as a School Sales Coordinator. This full-time position is responsible for all customer service and administration related to sales of MTYP Mainstage School Shows and Tour bookings and regularly contributes to delivery of general box office and Theatre School registration and administrative functions. The position also provides support to marketing and communications, plans initiatives as required, and is the main liaison with MTYP School Drama Outreach Coordinator for workshop bookings specific to clients for Mainstage School Shows and Touring. Reporting to the Customer Service Manager, the School Sales Coordinator maintains a high level of customer service and strong relationships with schools, educators, day cares and other clients of the Mainstage School Shows and Tours.

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To be successful in this role, candidates should be outgoing, enjoy communicating with a wide variety of individuals by phone, email, and in person, and work well with moderate levels of supervision.  Those who appreciate opportunities for collaboration with fellow team members and have a high capacity for organization and working within established project deadlines will do well in this role.

Additional required qualifications include:

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience in delivering a superior standard of customer service and/or sales functions.
• Strong communicator and listener with excellent English written and oral communication.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology, including specialized databases; experience working with ticketing or fund development software will be considered a strong asset.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities concurrently, with the ability to produce high-quality work on a deadline.

The following would be further assets to bring to this role, but are not required:

• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and analytically and capacity for problem solving.
• Ease with working both independently and in a team environment.
• Conversational French language skills.

This is a full-time, permanent position. The hiring salary for this role is $32,500. The compensation package also includes an opportunity to participate in the MTYP health plan (pending eligibility as determined by the provider), matching RSP program, and 15 days of vacation, accrued annually. Standard hours of work are 9 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday, however some evening and occasional weekend work may also be required throughout the season.

If you are interested in joining the MTYP team and feel you have the experience, qualities, and skills to work for one of Winnipeg’s key arts organizations, please forward a cover letter that further speaks to why you would make an excellent fit for this opportunity, along with your résumé, by Tuesday, August 6, 2024 to:

Greg Klassen

Director of Marketing and Communications

Manitoba Theatre for Young People

[email protected]

We thank everyone for their interest but please be advised that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Please further note that all offers of employment with MTYP are contingent on provision of a clear criminal and child abuse registry check.

Please note that résumés will be assessed as they are submitted and as a result, interviews may occur prior to the submission deadline.

All offers of employment with MTYP are contingent on provision of a clear criminal and vulnerable sector check.

MTYP welcomes applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

MTYP aspires to be a theatre where children and youth always see themselves reflected, weather it is on our stage, in our classrooms or in any of the spaces where our artistic and administrative activities take place. Accordingly, equity, diversity and inclusion are factored into all decisions at MTYP. We welcome artistic submissions from people of all identities, ethnicities and abilities and encourage everyone to see out employment or volunteer opportunities at MTYP when available.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS | Board of Directors

Are you passionate about the arts and believe that theatre is a conduit to developing creative expression and self-confidence in young people?

If so, the Board of MTYP is seeking Board members for the term commencing November 2024, with skill sets to bring leadership and passion for our mission.

A MTYP Board Director is a volunteer role and includes a commitment of approximately 5 hours per month.  As a Director, you will be asked to attend the monthly Board meeting, which currently takes place the last Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm,  and serve on one (or more) Board Committee (Finance, Governance, Human Resources, Development).

New board members will receive orientation, and ongoing training and development assistance is available to all Board members.

Nominees should have demonstrated leadership experience and excellence in their own field, while being enthusiastic about supporting MTYP and its future.  The Board is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and considers nominations from under-represented groups an asset.  Priority will also be given to those demonstrating expertise in either (a) accounting, including financial management and audit, or (b) human resources, including performance management and compensation.

If you would like to join a vibrant and committed Board excited about supporting theatre for young people, we would be so pleased to hear from you.

Please click on the links below for the Board application form and additional information on expectations for the role.

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MTYP Board Code of Conduct

 

MTYP welcomes applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

MTYP aspires to be a theatre where children and youth always see themselves reflected, whether it is on our stage, in our classrooms or in any of the spaces where our artistic and administrative activities take place.  Accordingly, equity, diversity and inclusion are factored into all decisions at MTYP.  We welcome artistic submissions from people of all identities, ethnicities and abilities and encourage everyone to seek out employment or volunteer opportunities at MTYP when available.