ABOUT CORPUS:
Co-founded by Sylvie Bouchard and artistic director David Danzon, CORPUS is known for its precise and surrealist humour that combines movement with theatrical imagery.
CORPUS’ unique and engaging performances are presented in both traditional and unusual locations for large and diverse audiences. Created in 1997, CORPUS now has 15 pieces in its repertoire and has presented over 2700 performances across Canada in 35 countries.
Several productions have been nominated for Dora Mavor Moore awards. In 2001 CORPUS won the gold-medal at the IV Games of la francophonie (Street Theatre category).
In 2025, CORPUS proudly celebrates its 28th anniversary.
SUMMARY OF ROLE:
CORPUS is looking for a full-time employee who provides support to the Company Manager and Artistic Director for the day-to-day operation of the company and helps with project planning and execution (touring, local productions, outreach activities, etc.). If you enjoy working in a small and tight knit team, think of yourself as a problem solver, have integrity and take ownership, this is your opportunity to make an impact and help bring live performances to audiences in Toronto, Canada and beyond.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Routine administrative and clerical activities as required, including database management
- Payroll and banking, basic bookkeeping
- Project budgeting
- Project coordination and logistics of school tours, local performances and productions
- Assistance with national and international touring including coordination and logistics
- Assistance with fundraising activities
- Assistance with grant applications, funding program research
- Occasional national travel may be required
- Manage and book dance studio including but not limited to cleaning and maintenance, ensuring the facility remains in top condition.
- Ensure all meeting preparations are carried out, and rooms are booked and set up in advance with necessary equipment and refreshments.
THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF:
- You have excellent written and oral skills in French;
- You are convinced of the benefits of bringing arts to public spaces and understand the value of working with community partners;
- You like to interact with people and are comfortable with a variety of stakeholders such as current and potential donors, board members, volunteers, partners, presenters, etc;
- You like being part of a small and versatile team that is hands on at all events and don’t mind working long hours and weekends when necessary;
- You are excited about working with people from various cultural backgrounds;
- You are meticulous with documentation and organization;
- You are flexible, adaptable, robust, and resilient, willing to go above and beyond, and you care about the little details.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Bilingual (English / French)
- Driver’s license preferred
- Completed post-secondary training in arts administration and/or possess a minimum of two years’ relevant experience
- Excellent organization skills
- Strong computer skills - Mac, MS Office
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Resourceful, problem solver, detail oriented and team player
Work Hours: This position is mainly Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, with occasional evening and weekend hours for events and performances.
Working Conditions: CORPUS administrative staff are working in a hybrid model, with 3 days per week in the office. During a local production the staff works 5 days / week in the office.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest in French, a resume and list of references to info@corpus.ca Only successful applicants will be contacted.
CORPUS is an equal opportunity employer and accepts applications from all qualified candidates. CORPUS strongly encourages submissions from candidates of Indigenous and diverse backgrounds, as well as individuals who identify as having a disability.
