We are currently hiring for four positions to support our summer activities.
Applicants must meet the following Canada Summer Jobs requirements and be:
(a) between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
(b) a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*; and
(c) legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
*Unfortunately, International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
Project X Theatre promotes and supports the creation, development and awareness of theatre in Kamloops. We involve artists at all points on the career spectrum from amateurs receiving their first credit, to professionals who are keen to mentor the next generation of theatre practitioners. We strive to create a safe and inclusive space for learning and encourage applicants from equity seeking artists.
Number of weeks: 15
Start Date: May 17, 2021
Wage: $15.50
Hours per week: 20
The Artistic Associate (AA) will have the opportunity to gain hands-on, applicable experience in arts administration while working closely with Project X Theatre’s Artistic Producer in the production of X Fest 2021: Theatre Under the Trees. The AA will be involved in all areas of preparation for the festival, including artistic decision-making, and have the opportunity to express and pursue their own ideas.
Working directly under the Artistic Producer, the Artistic Associate’s tasks and responsibilities will include:
Supporting the creation of a production schedule,
Contributing to grant and sponsorship applications,
Contributing to the artistic vision for X Fest 2021: Theatre Under the Trees, and supporting the Artistic Producer in programming X Fest 2022: Theatre Under the Trees
Liaising with artists, including supporting the Artistic Producer with contracting and communications,
Assistant Directing one of the festival productions,
Creating and implementing the 2021 Audience Survey,
Creating and implementing accessibility initiatives, including Relaxed Performances and the Accessibility Guide,
Attending production meetings and board meetings,
Facilitating theatre workshops and arts and crafts activities for young people at community events
The Marketing & Events Assistant (MEA) will work directly with the Artistic Producer (AP) of Project X Theatre on the delivery of the company’s Marketing and Events campaign.
Supported by and reporting to the AP, the MEA will oversee Project X Theatre’s social media channels and assist in the creation of other marketing materials such as handbills, posters, programs, billboards, etc. The AP will drive the overall goals of the marketing and events campaign, and will author the plan, but the MEA will have input on all aspects and will be given autonomy over their tasks as their skills and confidence develop. The MEA will be empowered to bring themselves and their ideas to the role, make it their own, and try new things.
Tasks and responsibilities will include:
Writing press release content,
Proofing ad copy,
Updating the Project X website,
Communicating with media outlets,
Delivering marketing materials,
Posting on social media,
Creating blog posts and e-newsletters,
Coordinating a Project X presence at community events,
Helping the AP disseminate sponsor packages,
Coordinating with community groups to organize events, and
Interacting with patrons and talking about X Fest.
Number of weeks: 8
Start Date: June 23, 2021
Hours per week: 35
The Theatre Production and Wardrobe Assistant (TPWA) will play an active role assisting the Production Manager and Head of Wardrobe in the execution and implementation of all the production (technical) elements required for our summer festival, X Fest 2021: Theatre Under the Trees. The TPWA will gain tremendous hands on, valuable, and immediately applicable experience as they will be involved in many aspects of production, from festival preparation to set and costume completion, and will be empowered and trained to assist with all the technical needs of putting on a live summer theatre festival.
Tasks and Responsibilities will include:
Assisting the Production Manager with scheduling and communications for the production team;
Attending regularly scheduled production meetings;
Helping the Production Manager set up the outdoor theatre venue in Prince Charles Park, including set install and strike;
Assisting the set, costume, and props departments with development, purchasing, and production as needed;
Assisting with costume, prop, and set maintenance;
Providing technical support for the productions during the festival;
Assisting with the technical elements required for X Fest-related special events and outreach activities, which include Canada Day celebrations and the festival’s popular Improv night;
and helping to ensure safe worksite practices are followed for the duration of the festival.
The student in this position will learn a skilled trade applicable to the theatre industry. Though this is not a red seal trade, experience in theatre production can lead to the most secure and highest paying positions within the theatre industry.
Start Date: July 5, 2021
Hours per week: 30
The Front of House & Box Office Intern (the Intern) will have the opportunity to gain hands-on, applicable experience while working with Project X Theatre’s Artistic Producer (AP) in the coordination and management of the Front of House and Box Office for X Fest 2021: Theatre Under the Trees. A customer service aptitude will be required in this position as the Intern will work under the AP to coordinate and deliver a superior front of house and box office experience for patrons of the festival. The Intern will work closely with the AP to run on site box office operations, including setting up online ticket sales, selling tickets before and during the festival run, answering customer questions about the festival and the shows, counting floats, reporting, and troubleshooting customer concerns.
During the festival, and with the support of the AP, the Intern’s tasks and responsibilities will include:
Collaborating on product options for the concession,
Purchasing and tracking inventory,
Engaging with patrons,
Helping coordinate volunteer ushers and ticket takers,
Selling products, counting floats, reporting,
Being an all around positive presence for our audience members.
Project X Theatre feels strongly that enjoyable live theatre goes beyond the show that people see; it includes the overall experience at the venue. Essentially, this role is key to taking care of our audience while they are at the theatre.
The Front of House and Box Office Intern will work in a collaborative and creative team environment. They will have the opportunity to set and meet their own goals, supported by a team of arts professionals.
Please email a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above requirements and your theatre/work resume to Randi Edmundson, Artistic Producer, at randi@projectxtheatre.ca by Friday, May 7th for Artistic Associate or Marketing and Events Assistant (or Friday May 28th for the Production and Wardrobe Assistant and Box Office and Front of House Assistant) Please put CANADA SUMMER JOBS in your subject line.
Project X Theatre prioritizes the hiring of those who self-identify as being part of underrepresented groups or as having additional barriers to entering or staying in the labour market (this may include Indigenous, visible minority, LGBTQ2, and first time worker youth). Applicants are invited to self-identify if they belong to any of these groups as part of their cover letter.
No phone calls please. We regret that only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted. Thank you for considering Project X Theatre.