Interim Managing Director

Company Overview

TDT is the legendary artistic home and collaboration hub where, since 1968, curious creators, ensemble performers and audiences inspire each other to create and celebrate new explorations of dance – playful to provocative, from near and far – that reflect our times, our diverse cultures and communities. Ever fresh and adventurous, TDT is one of Canada’s leading innovators in contemporary dance while being one of the very few dance companies in the country with an ensemble of dancers.

Our organization is driven to create and produce new works, support dance artists in their choreographic practices, lead empowering activities in the community, and spark engaging experiences for audiences in Toronto, across Canada, and abroad. When joining the team at TDT, you are bridging connections between audiences and artists, and helping bring ideas and possibilities of today’s dancescape to life.

Job Description

TDT is seeking an Interim Managing Director for a 15-month contract position that is filling a leave for the current Managing Director. Reporting to the Board of Directors, this key leadership role oversees operational, financial and strategic management. You will be collaborating closely with the Artistic Director in a dual leadership model to realize the artistic vision of the company and its vibrant production season in Toronto.

 Responsibilities include: 

• Collaborating closely with the Artistic Director to plan, produce and execute the 2023/24 season and to manage the strategic direction of the organization
• Managing a highly collaborative team of 7 people (Marketing, Development, Production, Artistic), while acting as lead for all human resources responsibilities for staff, seasonal company dancers (approx. 12-15) and independent contractors (up to 30 in the season)
• Managing the operating budget of approximately $1.3 million, ensuring production budgets stay on track and managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and administration related to Canada Revenue Agency 
• Reporting to TDT’s Board of Directors on finances and operations at monthly board meetings
• Working with the management team and Board of Directors of the Toronto Dance Foundation who oversee the Winchester Street Theatre’s operational planning, strategic direction and fiscal management, co-owned by TDT and The School of Toronto Dance Theatre
• Stewarding and fostering relationships with TDT’s external stakeholders including funders, donors, patrons, and the professional dance community
• Acting as a representative for TDT in all public forums

 Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a senior manager or producer with demonstrated experience leading teams and organizations with a collaborative and creative approach. The ideal skill set includes: 

• Significant work experience in the performing arts as a manager, producer or production manager with strong administrative skills, financial management and human resource experience;
• Sound knowledge and experience related to operating a non-profit charitable organization;
• Strong collaborator with the ability to work with a range of people including technical, artistic and administrative roles;
• Experience reporting to and working with, a Board of Directors;
• A commitment to transparency at all levels of the organization, as well as understanding when the utmost discretion is required;
• An affinity for contemporary arts practice; an interest in the dance sector is an asset;
• Knowledge in venue or facilities management, including capital improvement projects are an asset;
• Comfortable networking and representing the work of Toronto Dance Theatre in public engagements;
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage projects effectively on schedule and on budget;
• Excellent interpersonal and written communications with the ability to speak to a range of audiences;
• Flexible can-do attitude with a willingness to jump in where needed;
• Works independently while collaborating effectively with the larger team.

Please note the administrative staff is working in a hybrid model, with expectation that the Managing Director will be present regularly in the TDT’s office and facilities at 80 Winchester Street. Unfortunately, the building is not physically accessible. Additionally, this position requires evening and weekend work hours at various times throughout the season.