Summer Programs and Events Assistant (Tett Centre)
Remuneration: $19/hour
Deadline: 8 July 2025 | 11:59 PM

Job Description

The successful candidate selected for this position will help plan, prepare, and facilitate summer programming, events, and initiatives that reflect the Tett Centre’s Vision, Mission, and Mandate, including:

• Cultural awareness programs such as Culture Creativity Series, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities, Culture Days programming
• Initiatives related to the Tett Centre’s 10th anniversary event
• Tett Summer Pop Up event
• Support for drop-in and registered programming for families and tourists

Other responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with our resident artists and arts organizations
• Organizing and executing the filming and digital sharing of programming and events for the community
• Summer camp support (partnership with Queen'sU)
• Tours for visitors
• Outreach to new audiences

The successful candidate for this position will represent the Tett Centre for welcoming tourists to our heritage building and will be expected to learn the history of the building in order to share with visitors.

Job Requirements

• EDUCATION LEVEL
  • Post-Secondary (preferred)
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Able to work independently and as an effective team member in a cooperative manner with all members of staff, resident organization members, resident artists, and volunteers
  • Exceptional proficiency in both written and verbal communication in English, along with outstanding interpersonal abilities; an additional language is considered an asset
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite desktop applications with high attention to detail
  • An artistic and/or creative flair, and interest in arts program creation
  • Knowledge, interest, and/or experience in supporting and facilitating IIDEA best-practices in the Arts and Culture Sector regarding programs and events
  • Capacity to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and flexible environment
  • Exceptional proficiency in customer service and interacting with the public

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Performance Arts Instructors (Blue Canoe Productions)
Remuneration: $20/hour
Deadline: 10 July 2025 - DEADLINE EXTENDED

Blue Canoe Productions is a youth theatre and arts organization which strives to provide youth aged 30 and under with opportunities to explore their interest in theatre and the arts. The Performance Arts Instructor will support, facilitate, plan and instruct musical theatre classes, private classes in a variety of subjects and other educational opportunities for children aged 3-17. There will also be opportunity to work full day camps on P.A. Days or March Break Camps.

Key Responsibilities:

• To instruct classes in dance, acting, vocals, music theory etc… in accordance to the learning goals set by the General Manager.
• To create comprehensive lesson plans that support students in reaching the set learning goals.
• To create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Supporting in the creation and facilitation of additional programming when appropriate under the guidance of the Managing Director and General Manager.
• Communicating with parents/guardians.
• Producing, managing, and directing a piece for each class to perform for the final performance.
• Supporting program participants 1:1 and in small and large group settings.
• To help maintain a clean and organized studio space.
• To provide written feedback to students at the end of each term
• Leading camps for ages 4-12 on P.A. Days and March Break.

Education & Experience

• Formal training or education within performance arts and/or the production of performance arts will be considered valuable
• Previous experience working with children is an asset
• Experience and understanding of Theatre, Music or Dance.
• Strong time management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Experience working within a not-for-profit setting is an asset
• Experience and/or deep understanding of Blue Canoe Productions’ mandate, vision and values is an important asset

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Artistic Director - 20th Anniversary‬‭ Concert‬ (Blue Canoe Productions)
Remuneration: Honorarium (TBD)
Deadline: 10 July 2025

Blue Canoe Productions is a youth theatre and arts organization which strives to provide‬ youth aged 30 and under with opportunities to explore their interest in theatre and the‬‭ arts. The Artistic Director of the 20th Anniversary Concert will lead the vocalists,‬‭ musicians and artists in the arrangement of pieces as well as curating the pieces‬‭ presented, and the overall artistic vision of the project.‬

‭Key Responsibilities: ‬

• To abide by the By-Laws of Blue Canoe and the mandate to support youth arts,‬ for those aged 30 and under.‬
• ‭To curate and conduct a series of pieces which showcase the mandate and‬‭ achievements of Blue Canoe.‬
• To work closely with the General Manager on the artistic vision and the choices of‬‭ materials.‬
• To work closely with stage management to plan, schedule, and run rehearsals‬
• Assist the cast in learning the music and give support throughout the rehearsal‬‭ process (this may include creating rehearsal tracks, providing musical‬‭ accompaniment and 1:1 rehearsals)‬‬‭
• To cooperate & collaborate with fellow team members to create and execute a‬‭ wholistic creative vision for the show‬
• To work closely with the General Manager to plan and adhere to deadlines.‬‬‭
• To attend regularly scheduled production team meetings as well as additional‬‭ meetings when requested by the Managing Director and/or General Manager‬
• To understand and ensure that Blue Canoe values are instilled in each‬‭ interaction.
• To foster a safe, inclusive and process driven environment and experience for all‬‭ involved.‬
• To maintain order within Blue Canoe rented spaces (e.g., office, storage, etc.).‬
• ‬‭ All other job duties as assigned by the Managing Director and/or General‬‭ Manager.‬

‭Education & Experience‬

• Previous experience working/ volunteering with Blue Canoe is an asset.‬
• Previous choir directing, arrangement, and/or conducting experience is an asset‬
• Strong leadership skills.‬

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Stage Manager - 20th Anniversary Concert‬ (Blue Canoe Productions)
Remuneration: Honorarium (TBD)
Deadline: 10 July 2025

Details

TBD.

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Music Foundations Teaching Artist (Sistema Kingston)
Remuneration: $30-$35/hour
Deadline: Until Filled

SUMMARY

As a Music Foundations Teaching Artist joining our Molly Brant School site team you will work with students in grades 2-7. You will introduce the magic of music and build musical skills through rhythm, movement and Orff instruments. Working primarily with the first-year students (grades 2-3), you will also teach one class/week with each of the older groups to support note reading and other elements of theory required in Strings and Choir classes. Training and team preparation begins on September 3rd, 2025.

Programming with students begins late September/early October. The Teaching Artist will be a lively and engaging musician/educator working collaboratively in a team environment. Activities will include (but are not limited to):

• Music Teaching: teach groups of children (up to 20) in 40-minute learning blocks using a student-centered and fun pedagogical approach focusing on rhythm, movement, and note reading. Orff xylophones and other hand percussion instruments are available for use. Prepare lesson plans to align with curriculum, learning priorities, timelines and concert goals. Make music arrangements and prepare parts as needed. Expect to teach 6-8 lessons/week. The remaining site time will be in support of other Teaching Artists and program needs.
• Recruitment: participate in all aspects of student recruitment presentations
• Communications: always maintain clear communication with the site team, ensure any schedule changes or pertinent information is communicated in a timely manner to the relevant people.
• Classroom support: provide support for other teaching artists, students, B.Ed placement students and volunteers; mentor/supervise students in all contexts during Sistema Kingston program hours and performances including snacks and break times; model the principles and philosophy of Sistema Kingston in all activities
• Attend regular Sistema Kingston team meetings
• Space: Ensure classrooms are left clean, equipment is cleaned up, and furniture restored to correct places each day

REQUIRED

• Demonstrated proficiency in music performance on any instrument/voice
• Ability to read and arrange music
• Post-secondary degree in music or music education, or equivalent experience. Orff, Kodaly, or similar early childhood music training would be a strong asset.
• Music teaching experience with groups of children; experience with children with Adverse Childhood Experiences, special needs, or behaviour exceptionalities an asset.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening

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Choir Teaching Artist (Sistema Kingston)
Remuneration: $30-$35/hour
Deadline: Until Filled

SUMMARY

As a Choir Teaching Artist joining our Saint Thomas More School site, you will work with a team of 2 others to introduce the magic of music and musical skill development to students in grades 2-6. You will teach students at all levels in the program, sometimes in small groups (10-15), and at least once/week in “tutti choir” (approx. 30-35). Team training and preparation begins on September 3rd, 2025. Programming with students begins late September/early October.

The Choir Teaching Artist will be a lively and engaging musician/educator whose specialization is Vocal and General Music. They will work collaboratively in a team environment. Activities will include (but are not limited to):

• Music Teaching: teach groups of children in 40-minute learning blocks using a student-centered and fun pedagogical approach focusing on proper vocal development, pitch matching, music fundamentals and beginner vocal harmonies (when appropriate). Prepare lesson plans to align with curriculum, learning priorities, timelines and concert goals. Make music arrangements and prepare parts as needed. Expect to teach 6-8 lessons/week. The remaining site time will be in support of other Teaching Artists and program needs.
• Recruitment: participate in all aspects of student recruitment presentations
• Communications: maintain clear communication with the site team, ensure any schedule changes or pertinent information is communicated in a timely manner to the relevant people.
• Classroom support: provide support for other teaching artists, students, B.Ed placement students and volunteers; mentor/supervise students in all contexts during Sistema Kingston program hours and performances including snacks and break times; model the principles and philosophy of Sistema Kingston in all activities
• Attend regular Sistema Kingston team meetings
• Space: Ensure classrooms are left clean, equipment is cleaned up, and furniture restored to correct places each day

REQUIRED

• Demonstrated proficiency in singing, and ability to read and arrange music
• Choral conducting experience
• Post-secondary degree in music or music education, or equivalent experience. Orff, Kodaly, or similar early childhood music training would be a strong asset.
• Music teaching experience with groups of children; experience with children with Adverse Childhood Experiences, special needs, or behaviour exceptionalities an asset.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening

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Administrative and Communications Coordinator (Sistema Kingston)
Remuneration: Salary Grade 06 Review Salary Information Here
Deadline: 3 July 2025 – DEADLINE EXTENDED

Summary

Based at the Faculty of Education at Queen’s University, Sistema Kingston is an intensive after-school outreach program that focuses on positive social development through the pursuit of musical excellence. Using the Venezuelan El Sistema as its model, Sistema Kingston emphasizes inclusivity and teamwork, builds personal persistence, and fosters creativity and personal responsibility in all its activities. Sistema Kingston seeks an energetic self-starter who believes in the transformational power of music education and wants to support access for students by making the program the best it can be. Reporting to the Director, the Administrative and Communications Coordinator will support the smooth running of program-wide and school-specific activities. The schedule for this position is 0.5 FTE (17.5 hours/week).

The schedule for this position requires the incumbent to work occasional evenings and / or weekends, according to program or area needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordination: Act as front-line resource and contact person. Screen phone calls and visitors, respond to client requests. Provide triage and recommend resources as required.
• Data Management: Maintain and update digital and hard copy filing structure; regular accurate data entry; manage confidential information; ensure all student and TA paperwork is complete; update inventory stock after events; keep storage areas organized and well labelled; maintain and update photo bank for families to access, ensuring all permissions are accurate; Triage photos for newsletters and reports.
• Administrative: Create and update forms, information documents/handbooks, attendance sheets, calendars; photocopying and printing; order/purchase program supplies; deliver paperwork and supplies to schools; take minutes at team meetings. Research and/or synthesize answers to questions and solve administrative problems within guidelines. Produce financial reports to assist Director in budget planning and allocation.
• Event Support: logistics planning, book venues, arrange student transportation, catering/food, permission forms, special needs arrangements, collect information and make printed programs for concerts, event clean-up, etc. Provide post-event support including outreach via surveys, collecting and tracking data, preparing post-event analysis, sharing photos and videos. Assists with event budget planning, allocation by generating and preparing background data and spreadsheets.
• Communications: Visit each school regularly during program hours to capture content for social media. Coordinate social media accounts; create and manage digital content calendar; design and create graphics for online and printed materials; Draft communications for events; manage communications with external program partners and families to facilitate student pathways.
• Website: Coordinate the content of program website, including content, layout, and links, following Queen’s style. Identify content requiring updates, work with relevant office to update website content. Make recommendations to keep the websites current, interesting and an accurate resource for internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as delegated in support of the program.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three-year post-secondary program or Three-Year Bachelor Degree, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated research, writing and editing experience for print, web and social media.
• Several years of demonstrated successful administrative experience in an office/service environment required, preferably in a post-secondary environment
• Experience creating and using spreadsheets and database applications, as well as an ability to learn new software.
• Knowledge of current and an aptitude to learn new software applications (Web Content Management systems and social media platforms, digital media editing software) would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of University structure and financial /computing systems such as PeopleSoft would be considered an asset.
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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XR Producer (Single Thread Theatre)
Deadline: Until Filled
Remuneration: $13,000 – $14,000

About the job

We’re looking for a producer to support Single Thread Theatre Company’s XR projects, mainly including the Performance and XR (PXR) 2026 conference, an annual hybrid event that takes place in VR and in-person across Canada. The conference brings together artists and technologists to discuss and share all things related to XR (virtual, augmented, and mixed reality)performance. The ideal candidate will have experience producing in theatre or digital media. No previous experience in XR is necessary, just an interest in learning!

This is a managerial role, which will be shared by the successful candidate and the current XR Producer, Stephanie Fung. You will work in tandem with Stephanie Fung (XR Producer) and Justine Katarenchuk (Events & Operations Manager) under the supervision of Liam Karry (Executive Producer). You will oversee a small team who will work to bring the conference and its associated programs to life in February 2026. You will be trained to work at the intersection of XR and live performance, on a national scale.

This position is funded by the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program and Single Thread Theatre Company.

Responsibilities will include:

• PLANNING: Working with the Single Thread team to establish project timelines, goals, and benchmarks, and communicating these out to the team;
• EXECUTION: Ensuring that each phase of PXR planning goes smoothly, including call for proposals, media outreach, announcements, initiatives, application selection, launch, registration, onboarding, debrief, archiving and project wrap-up;
• CURATION: Working with the producing team and steering committee to accept applications for conference presenters, reaching out to potential presenters, and curating PXR2026;
• PARTNERSHIP: Sourcing and creating new sponsorships and partnerships, as well as caring for Single Thread's relationships with organizational and artistic partners;
• FUNDING: Researching possible funding streams, grant writing for upcoming initiatives;
• MANAGEMENT: Assisting in the hiring of production teams, overseeing a team and giving them the support they need to reach the organization’s goals;
• ADMINISTRATION: Creating and executing contracts, tracking payments, and onboarding new artists and staff;
• BUDGETING: Working with the producing team to create and manage the budget;
• MEETINGS: Coordinating regular team meetings and attending and presenting at quarterly steering committee meetings;
• EVENTS: Providing live support during digital and in-person events;
• COMMUNICATION: Overseeing the marketing and outreach plan, executing some social media content creation and posting;
• COMMUNITY: Representing Single Thread at meetings and events, welcoming guests, and stewarding the Single Thread XR community
• REPRESENT: Acting as a project representative in the enforcement of Single Thread’s anti-harassment policy;

Qualifications

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period (as per Canada Summer Jobs funding requirements).
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Experience producing theatre, digital media, or events. Experience with virtual events and/or events in the arts or tech sector is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write for different audiences.
• Able to work well independently and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Google Suite.
• Content creation skills are strongly valued.
• Existing relationships with Canadian artists and arts, media, and technology organizations is an asset.
• Passion for and/or a creative practice rooted in immersive theatre and/or XR is a strong asset.

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Marketing/Comms Manager (Single Thread Theatre)
Deadline: Until Filled
Remuneration: $18.00–$22.00/hour

About the position

As the Marketing/Comms Manager, you will work closely with the Single Thread team to plan, produce, and oversee the execution of all communications activities, including media materials, event promotion, website content, and social media platforms.

You will work with the XR Producers to manage the Single Thread brand across all platforms and you will be the primary contact person for all branding initiatives during the 2025/2026 season.

This position is funded by the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program.

This position is funded by the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program.

Responsibilities will include:

•  Develop and execute the social media marketing plan and calendar for PXR2026 with Producers.
• Create and schedule content for Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter), including graphics, reels, stories, and posts.
• Generate and distribute a Single Thread newsletter, aiming to grow the subscriber base.
• Implement a content review system with Producers prior to posting.
• Use Single Thread email for all communications and maintain project files on Google Drive.
• Provide necessary equipment (excluding a Meta Quest 2 headset, which is supplied).
• Attend weekly meetings and marketing check-ins to report progress.
• Assist in testing event tools as required.
• Contribute to the audience attendance strategy for PXR2026, focusing on three in-person venues.
• Be available full-time during the conference to capture content for social media.
• Attend and photograph for key events and daily check-ins, including the tech day and in-person presentations.
• Ensure all documents, images, marketing plans, and content are finalized and submitted.
• Uphold Single Thread’s Code of Conduct and act as a positive ambassador for PXR
• Liaise with partners and perform other reasonable duties as required.
• This is a position with flexible working hours and regular online communication and periodic in-person meetings.

Qualifications

•  Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period (as per Canada Summer Jobs funding requirements).
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Experience in event marketing and communications is an asset.
• Experience with virtual events, events in the arts or tech sector, and social media management is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write for different audiences.
• Able to work well independently and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva.
• Skills in Photoshop are considered an asset.
• Content creation skills are strongly valued.
• Existing relationships with Canadian media is an asset.
• Passion for and/or a creative practice rooted in immersive theatre and/or XR is a strong asset.

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Life Drawing Models (Artist Joanne Gervais) 
Deadline: Rolling
Remuneration: $75 Honorarium & Gift of Artworks Created

10:30am to 2:30pm (minus one hour for lunch, supplied)

Posing typically consists of gestures and one long study but is adapted to suit the model. The group has been working with models for over 30 years and has a lot of experience with both experienced models and those new to life drawing classes.

Models can pose draped, undraped, in costume, regalia and theme. Models who have posed during past sessions include musicians, dancers, trades people, athletes, cosplay including marvel, Disney, fantasy, goth, horror, and historical reenactors, Vikings, Iron Sword Fencers, Drag, Star Wars, Pirates, Town Criers, Politicians, Military, Celtic dancers and warriors, etc.

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