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About The National Ballet of Canada
The National Ballet of Canada is one of the most exciting, innovative arts institutions in Canada, and among the top ballet companies in the world. Since its establishment in 1951, The National Ballet of Canada is celebrated for its remarkable dancers and diverse repertoire of traditional full-length classic ballets and cutting-edge contemporary work by world-renowned choreographers. Our Education and Community Engagement programmes are designed to cultivate an interest in the arts and promote dance to youth and broader communities.
Executing world-class, unforgettable performances and challenging our audiences is at the core of what we do, none of which would be possible without a talented and passionate team of employees. We persist in creating an environment that encourages our artists and employees to realize the fullest extent of their talents in an inclusive workplace.
Interested in being at the forefront of innovation in the performing arts industry? Join our team of trailblazers and experience the magic that defines our institution.
Auditions
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At this time, there are no company contracts available for the 2026/27 season.
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Please check back in the fall for updates on auditions for the 2027/2028 season.
Administrative and Production Positions
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The Position
The National Ballet of Canada seeks an enthusiastic, detail-oriented professional for the role of Assistant Carpenter / Flyperson. Reporting to the Director of Production and working closely with the Head Carpenter, Technical Director, and other members of the Road Crew, the Assistant Carpenter / Flyperson supports the load-in, assembly, operation, and load-out of scenery and stage equipment for the company’s performances in Toronto and on domestic and international tours. Principal duties include the loading and unloading of trucks, the assembly of deck and flown scenery, the installation of sprung dance flooring, and running of the fly deck, including supervision of fly operators.
The successful candidate will have experience in theatrical stage carpentry and counterweight fly systems, with an eagerness to develop expertise specific to dance production. They will demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure, and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. The candidate will also exhibit a collaborative attitude, willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to contributing to a positive and supportive team environment.
Work Periods:
Preparation and truck loading at the Gretchen Ross Production Centre for Fall/Holiday, Winter and Summer Seasons and Touring Engagements: 1-3 days per engagement.
Set-up and performance weeks at the Four Seasons Centre in Toronto and at venues while on tour: 18-20 weeks per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Carpenter with the load-in, assembly, operation, and load-out of all scenery, soft goods, masking, and stage equipment for NBoC engagements.
- Load and unload trucks and shipping containers, ensuring scenery and equipment are packed safely and efficiently according to established truck packs and load plans.
- Assemble, install, and strike deck scenery, including platforms, wagons, ground rows, and other scenic units.
- Hang, trim, and strike flown scenery, including drops, legs, borders, and hard-flown pieces, in coordination with venue rigging and fly staff.
- Install, level, and strike the company’s sprung dance floor and performance surfaces, ensuring a safe and consistent surface for dancers.
- Operate the fly deck during rehearsals and performances, executing fly cues accurately and safely.
- Supervise and direct fly operators, including assigning cues and show tracks, reviewing cue sheets, and overseeing safe arbor loading and counterweight handling, and coordinating accurate show operations.
- Support the Head Carpenter in coordinating with other Road Crew department heads and venue crew during load-ins and performance operations.
- Assist with the inspection, maintenance, and running repair of show scenery, hardware, soft goods, and sprung floor components.
- Assist in maintaining and organizing NBoC equipment, tools, hardware, and supply inventory.
- Assist in maintaining production documentation, including truck packs, packing lists, hang plots, fly cue sheets, trim records, and maintenance logs.
- Follow and promote safe work practices for rigging, flying, and material handling in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and venue protocols.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Demonstrated experience as a show carpenter, deckhand, or flyperson in professional theatre, dance, opera, or touring environments.
- Working knowledge of counterweight fly systems, including line set operation, and safe arbor loading and unloading practices.
- Experience assembling and installing touring scenery, soft goods, and portable or sprung dance flooring.
- Understanding of theatrical rigging principles, hardware, and safe working loads.
- Ability to read and interpret ground plans, section drawings, hang plots, and cue sheets.
- Ability to lead and direct a small crew, with clear communication on headset and on the deck.
- Proficiency with the hand and power tools used in scenery assembly and truck loading.
- Experience installing and safely operating chain motors.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
- A collaborative attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to contributing to a positive, safe, and supportive team environment.
- Forklift Operator certification.
- MEWP certification.
- Working at Heights certification.
- Ability to interpret ground plans, elevations, assembly instructions and other paperwork.
- Valid Passport.
Assets
- Theatrical rigging training or certification (e.g., ETCP or equivalent).
- Experience with motorized/automated flying systems, including high-speed chain motors, winches, motor drives, power distribution and automated control systems (Raynok).
- High Angle Rescue certification and Advanced Rope Access Techniques training.
Working Conditions
- Primary work locations: Gretchen Ross Production Centre (155 Nantucket Boulevard, Scarborough) and the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (145 Queen Street West, Toronto).
- Domestic and international travel to performance venues.
- Lifting 50 pounds in the normal course of daily work, and handling heavy scenery, flooring, and counterweight.
- Prolonged periods of walking and standing.
- Work at height utilizing fall arrest systems, including on fly galleries, loading rails, elevated platforms, and lifts.
- Night and weekend work during theatre performance periods.
Compensation and Benefits
Wages and benefits are set forth by the IATSE Canadian Pink Contract. Additional benefits provided by NBoC include:
- Salary: $3,646.09 per week
- Counselling services and wellbeing resources through Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to fitness room at the Walter Carson Centre.
- Discount on In Studio fitness classes.
Application Process
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization. Please use the link below to apply and upload one PDF document that includes a brief cover letter and current resume. We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The use of artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by our managers and HR team.
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
Statement of Intention and Accommodation
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
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About the Position
The National Ballet of Canada is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Representative to work in the Call Centre and on-site Box Office within the Audience & Donor Services (ADS) Department.
The ADS Department offers a dynamic experience within an exciting and fast-paced environment. This is a Part-Time, Seasonal position due to the nature of the work. The contract runs until the end of the Ballet’s season, June 30, 2027, followed by the possibility of renewal which would start at the beginning of the next season, July 1, 2027. This is a unionized position and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the company and IATSE Local B-173.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for inbound phone sales which include processing ticket sales, In Studio classes, and subscription renewal calling
- Responsible for outbound calling which includes donation and subscription sales for acquisition and renewals
- Reception coverage; answer inquiries over the phone, on email and in person, greet guests and visitors, assist with deliveries, and other administrative duties as assigned
- Complete in-person transactions and provide patron services at the Box Office located at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
- Administer membership renewal calls, as required
- Stay informed and knowledgeable in all aspects of The National Ballet of Canada including repertoire, events, membership, In Studio, policies and procedures
- Assist with patron inquiries and resolve any issues with professionalism over the phone, through email correspondence and in person
- Provide administrative support to the management team and assist with related processing, database maintenance and other administrative tasks
- Maintain a professional attitude and appearance while representing The National Ballet of Canada
- Required to stay current with legislative training, as it pertains to customer service (i.e., AODA, Ontario Health and Safety Act)
Qualifications
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience in delivering a high level of customer service
- Experience in Telecommunications Sales is considered an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Professional interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Able to take initiative, learn quickly and adapt to changing demands
- Knowledge of Tessitura Ticketing Software is an asset
- Strong ability to learn new software systems and communications tools including but not limited to Tessitura, Mindbody, Slack, and Microsoft Office
- A passion for the performing arts is an asset
Work Requirements
- Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts as required
- Available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during performance season and a minimum of 15 hours per week during non-performance season
- Provide availability for at least 3 weekend shifts (Saturday and/or Sunday) during the performance season
- Location: Call-Centre at The Walter Carsen Centre (primary) and the Box Office at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (performance season and as required)
Compensation and Benefits
- This is a unionized position with a starting pay of $21.58 per hour
- Complimentary and discounted tickets to performances
- Employee Assistance Program with Homewood Health
- After one full year of employment; Pay increase, Access to a Health Spending Account, Enrollment into company matching Retirement Savings Plan
Application Process
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization. Please use the link below to apply and upload one PDF document that includes a brief cover letter and current resume by no later than October 15, 2026.
We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The use of artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by our managers and HR team.
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
Statement of Intention and Accommodation
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
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About the Position
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Major Gifts, the Development Officer is responsible for managing a portfolio of prospects at the $25,000+ level, developing and executing cultivation and solicitation strategies, and supporting direct solicitations in collaboration with the Director of Development and other NBOC leaders and volunteers.
As the National Ballet enters the final planning stages of a comprehensive fundraising campaign, the Development Officer will manage key activities within the Major Gifts team in support of campaign objectives. This will include developing and implementing stewardship and recognition policies, supporting financial reporting for operating and campaign revenue budgets, and developing reports and dashboards from the Tessitura database to track major gift activity and performance.
Duties & Responsibilities
Portfolio Management and Solicitation Activity — 70%
- Personally develop and execute strategies to cultivate and solicit a portfolio of approximately 60 individual and foundation prospects ($25,000 and above) for whom the Development Officer is the assigned Relationship Manager, for gifts in support of the NBOC’s mission.
- Conduct 40–50 face-to-face meetings or calls annually, creating opportunities for meaningful donor engagement and cultivation, and prepare tailored materials, proposals and correspondence appropriate to each donor.
- Steward each prospect and donor through all stages of the donor cycle to deepen and strengthen their relationship with the Company, its leaders and staff.
- Provide strategic support to the Director of Development and other members of the team in preparing briefing notes, proposals, impact reports and other strategy documents as required.
- Confirm gift decisions that support the financial aspirations of the Company, as approved by senior NBOC leadership.
Major Gift / Campaign Operations — 20%
- Provide leadership, in collaboration with NBOC staff and the Tessitura team, in developing advanced financial reports, dashboards and other tools that support major gift and campaign fundraising.
- Ensure reporting appropriately reflects multi-year pledges and supports an understanding of annual operating and campaign revenue requirements.
- Develop donor- and volunteer-facing financial reports for individual solicitations and committee and Board meetings, in consultation with the Communications team.
- Implement best-practice guidelines for major gift solicitation and gift processing to support timely renewals, pledge installment collection and tax receipting.
- Ensure appropriate major gift stewardship and recognition for donors solicited by the Major Gifts team, providing support to team members as required.
Other Duties — 10%
- Provide support in developing donor communications as a subject matter expert in key areas.
- Provide support to volunteer meetings such as the Campaign Cabinet and others as required.
- Serve as an ambassador for the Company, consistently and convincingly demonstrating the importance of private-sector support.
Equipment Handled
- Personal computer, laptop, copier, printer, scanner, camera.
Contacts
- Frequent interaction with prospective donors, donors, volunteers, staff members and artists of the National Ballet of Canada. Close working relationships with members of the Development, Artistic, Communications and Finance departments.
Outcome / Consequence of Error
- This role involves significant interaction with donors and volunteers; errors in judgment or discretion may negatively affect the public perception of the Development department and the National Ballet of Canada.
- Failure to prioritize effectively and manage competing responsibilities could lead to missed deadlines and revenue shortfalls. Inaccurate financial recordkeeping may affect functions that rely on accurate donor information.
- Lapses in confidentiality could result in embarrassment and a potential loss of donor support.
- Errors in event planning or communications may negatively affect the Company’s image.
Qualifications and Experience
- University degree or equivalent.
- At least three years of fundraising experience, with a demonstrated track record of securing major gifts and foundation grants of $25,000+.
- Exceptional interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Strong project management, organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and calmly.
- Self-motivated, with a flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Discreet and tactful in handling confidential information.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
- Proficient in using databases and general computer applications.
- Passion for the performing arts and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
- Conduct aligned with AFP Standards of Professional Practice.
Working Conditions
- Primary location: Walter Carsen Centre, 470 Queens Quay West, Toronto.
- Secondary location: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. West, Toronto, during performance months.
- Standard office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Occasional evening and weekend work required.
- Hybrid model of office and remote work currently in effect.
Compensation and Benefits
We strive to offer competitive, market-based compensation. During the interview process, we will work closely with you to determine a salary package that is 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:
- Salary range: $70,000-$80,000 per annum.
- 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 Assistance Program.
- Discount to In Studio fitness classes and access to onsite fitness rooms.
Application Process
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization. Please use the link below to apply and upload one PDF document that includes a brief cover letter and current resume by no later than October 14, 2026.
We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The use of artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by our managers and HR team.
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
Statement of Intention and Accommodation
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Top Photo: Peng-Fei Jiang. Photo by Karolina Kuras.