Company & Tour Manager

Job Description

About the Position

Reporting to the Executive Producer, the Company & Tour Manager is the primary person responsible for leading all administrative, logistical operations, pastoral and well-being support involving the Dancers, Guest Artists, Creative team members and other seasonal and part-time employees. Alongside this, the Company & Tour Manager is also the main contact person for all matters related to touring and the coordination of the efforts of the Artistic, Production and Music Departments.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Company Administration and Union Contracts

· Contract all dancers and apprentices and ensure compliance with theCanadian Actors’ Equity Association (CAEA) including letters of intent; acts as main liaison between dancers and management. Ensures all contract requirements are fulfilled

· Prepares dancers salary and financial information for the Executive Producer as part of annual budget process

· Contract all guest artists including choreographers, designers and other creative team members, liaising with the Executive Producer as required

· Work with the Associate Company Manager to coordinate annual repertoire working calendars

· Review all schedules and procedures to ensure that they are within the CAEA rules and regulations

· Acts as principal (day-to-day) liaison and maintains a clear understanding of the CAEA and NBOC agreement

· Along with the Executive Producer lead on negotiations of union contracts including Equity & Toronto Musicians Association (TMA)

· Oversee that personnel paperwork is properly collected, verified, and filed for dancers.

· Verifie, submit and monitor payroll, overtime and benefit reports, workers compensation for artists and other seasonal and part-time employees

· Manage and supervise the work of the Associate Company Manager including the processing and maintaining work visas for all non-Canadian resident artists (e.g. dancers, choreographers, conductors, musicians) of the Company; providing support and assistance to artists and visiting artists of the Company

· Work cooperatively and communicate with artistic staff and the health & performance team, production, development, marketing & comms, finance, People & Culture and Artistic & Executive Management to ensure that highly effective service is delivered

· Ensures medical coverage is in place for Toronto performances.

· Be present with the company for the duration of technical, dress rehearsals and performance runs at the theatre.

Touring

· Develop strategies whilst managing and implementing all logistical and day-to-day touring operations

· Liaise with all relevant departments to create and manage an annual touring plan, actions and budget

· Work with the Associate Company Manager to organize and coordinate all logistical arrangements (transportation, accommodations, visas, per diems, etc.) for touring engagements, guest artists, and apprentices; maintains all touring records and files

· Act as Tour Manager, while the company is on tour

· Lead and liaise on all guesting and special performance projects e.g. Fall-For Dance North, Erik Bruhn Evening and International Draft Works at Royal Ballet London

Brand Protection, Service and Relationships

· Ensure that all communications, strategies and actions support, protect and nurture the brand of The National Ballet of Canada

· Maintain excellent relationships with: CAEA, TMA/AFofM, Artists / Creators, Venues, agents, presenters, OAC and Canada Council for the Arts.

· Work cooperatively and communicate with all departments across the organization. Ensure that highly effective service is delivered

· Perform other duties as required or assigned by the Executive Producer

Qualifications

· At least 3 years of experience in Company Management or 5 years of experience in Stage Management, as well as touring experience in professional dance, theatre, or opera.

· Experience with immigration visa application processing, preferred

· Familiarity with negotiating collective bargaining agreements including CAEA and TMA

· Experience in drafting and managing budgets related to production and touring

· Experience in drafting and writing contracts

· Extremely detail oriented with the ability to multi-task between a myriad of projects

· Flexibility and adaptability; comfort with change and the ability to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communicator, with proven, effective and efficient written and oral communication skills and an ability to communicate across multiple departments positively

· Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also taking initiative and working independently.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of professional conduct, tact and discretion

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

· Must have a solid commitment towards diversity, inclusion, and equity

Key Competencies

• Communication and Coordination: Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to build trust and relationships plus facilitate collaboration across teams.

• Systems and Process Thinking: Ability to create and maintain organizational systems that improve efficiency, accountability, and information flow.

• Adaptability and Resilience: Comfort with ambiguity and change; ability to pivot quickly while maintaining focus on priorities.

• Detail Orientation: Meticulous accuracy in documentation, scheduling, and communication while maintaining awareness of larger project goals.

• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to lead through influence and coordination rather than direct authority; skilled at bringing people together toward common goals.

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

· This position requires light physical activity in an office and theatre environment:

· This position primarily involves office-based work including extended periods of computer use, attending meetings, and performing administrative tasks.

· The National Ballet of Canada will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this role.

· This is a full-time position with standard business hours (Monday to Friday) during non-production periods. Evening and weekend work required during production weeks, technical rehearsals and performances. Travel will be required for touring engagements.

· Must have a valid Passport and be able to travel internationally

Direct Reports

· Associate Company Manager

Compensation and Benefits

We strive to offer competitive, market-based compensation. The expected compensation is $110,000, commensurate with your experience and background. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees’ overall wellbeing and productivity. We offer a range of benefits and perks to assist in maintaining this essential equilibrium:

· Complimentary season tickets to performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts

· Comprehensive Health & Dental and Paramedics Benefits package, including a Health Spending Account

· Company-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan

· Counselling services and wellbeing resources through our Employee and Family Assistance Program

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-36xopq-35-215-156-25-42 in your application.