Opportunities

Full-time | 35 hours/week | $25/hour

Start date: Week of September 21 or September 28, 2026

Location: Montreal, Quebec (in-person)

Centaur Theatre Company is seeking a Development & Box Office Associate to join our dynamic, fast-paced team in the heart of Old Montreal. This is a varied role that combines Box Office operations, patron relations, fundraising administration and support for special events. The successful candidate will be an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with people, is comfortable managing a range of administrative responsibilities, and has an interest in the performing arts and the work of a not-for-profit cultural organization.

THE POSITION

The Development & Box Office Associate works within the Development Department in collaboration with the Box Office team. The position provides administrative support for Centaur’s fundraising (Development) activities while also contributing to the effective operation of the Box Office and the delivery of excellent service to patrons and donors.

The position requires some evening and weekend work, including opening nights, committee meetings, fundraising events and other special events.The typical weekly schedule will be from Tuesday to Saturday inclusive.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Box Office & Patron Relations

• Provide professional and courteous service to patrons through Box Office communications and in-person interactions.
• Work assigned performance calls, including supervising part-time Box Office staff and ensuring the smooth operation of the Box Office during performances.
• Assist with the training, scheduling and management of part-time Box Office staff and casual Development staff and volunteers, in collaboration with the Box Office Manager and Development Director.
• Work with Box Office staff to maintain accurate contact and organization names and addresses.
• Manage the dissemination of reminder and survey emails.
• Be responsible for, or delegate, opening and closing the building as required.

Spektrix & Data Management

Spektrix is a cloud-based box office, ticketing, and customer relationship management (CRM) software built specifically for arts, culture, and live entertainment organizations.

• Develop and maintain knowledge of Spektrix and support its use and management throughout the organization.
• Manage data entry and the organization of solicitation, invitation and donor lists.
• Prepare Development reports as required to track fundraising revenue and support accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in maintaining accurate donor and patron records.

Development & Fundraising

• Provide administrative support for a range of Development Department initiatives, including:
  • Individual fundraising campaigns
  • Corporate fundraising
  • Capital campaigns
  • The annual Gala and other special events
  • Donor stewardship and communications
• Responsibilities include:
  • Providing clerical and administrative support to the Development Director and fundraising volunteers/canvassers.
  • Coordinating with the Marketing Department on solicitation materials for fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Tracking donations, payments and pledges.
  • Communicating with donors regarding tax receipts, donor benefits and other donor-related matters.
  • Supporting the preparation of reports and materials for fundraising volunteers, committees and Board meetings.
  • Conducting prospect research as required.
  • Providing logistical and administrative support for special events and fundraising activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, and a working knowledge of French.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Accurate typing and data-entry skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A professional, friendly and service-oriented approach to working with patrons, donors, colleagues and volunteers.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.
• An interest in the performing arts and/or the not-for-profit cultural sector.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Assets

• Experience working in a performing arts, cultural or not-for-profit organization.
• Experience with Box Office operations or customer service.
• Experience with Spektrix or another ticketing/CRM system.
• Experience in fundraising, development or donor relations.
• Experience supporting special events.
• Knowledge of the Montreal arts and cultural community.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Centaur Theatreis committed to upholding equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, racialized persons/people of colour, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Salary: $25/hour

Centaur also offers a competitive benefits package.

Start date: Week of September 21 or September 28, 2026.

Some evening and weekend work is required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience to Scott Leydon, Artistic & Executive Associate, scott@centaurtheatre.com no later than September 14, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Submit your project to WinterWorks 2027 by August 1, 2026

WinterWorks is dedicated to boundary-pushing performance projects

Providing a dedicated platform for experimentation and artistry that challenges convention, WinterWorks supports and presents projects that take artistic risks, ask innovative theatrical questions, and push the boundaries of performance. WinterWorks is for projects that examine or engage with the “how” of theatre and storytelling.

WinterWorks is open to applications from established companies and emerging artists alike.

WinterWorks 2027, presented at Centaur Theatre in January-February 2027, will feature:

• Two productions, each receiving a technical residency and one week of performances in Centaur 1 or Centaur 2;
• Unconventional-space performances; and
• Readings of new work.

Priority will be given to artists with a connection to Montreal.

Please note: All production proposals must already have been the subject of prior research and/or have completed at least one stage of development. These projects must now be ready for the next stage in their evolution: public presentation in January-February 2027.

All WinterWorks projects are presented by Centaur Theatre, but produced by the selected artist(s), collectives, or companies.

Key Information: Production Stream

Priority will be given to projects that emphasize the technical aspects and boundary-pushing nature of their work in their application, and to projects that would benefit from a week-long technical residency in the theatre.

This stream is intended for applicants looking to produce a fully realized production.

WinterWorks will provide:

• A week of technical rehearsals in the Centaur Theatre space
• 5 to 6 public performances in January-February 2027
• Technical equipment specific to the venue
• Promotion through the Centaur website and communications department
• A guaranteed fee of minimum 4500$, including a box office split.

Key Information: Unconventional Space Stream

Priority will be given to projects that offer new perspectives on the relationship between audience and performance, with the goal of presenting 1 or 2 performances either in the gallery or another Centaur space.

WinterWorks will provide:

• 1 to 2 day(s) of technical set-up time blocks
• 1 to 2 public performances
• Technical equipment specific to the venue
• Promotion through the Centaur website and communications department
• A guaranteed fee of minimum 1000$ for projects selected through this call

Key Information: Reading Stream

Reading applications are open to in-development projects, with priority given to projects that already have members of the creative teamattached.

WinterWorks will provide:

• Technical set-up time and 1 rehearsal block in the theatre (if needed)
• 1 public performance in Centaur 1 or 2
• Technical equipment specific to the venue
• Promotion through the Centaur website and communications department
• A guaranteed fee of minimum 500$ for projects selected through this call

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Project description (approximately 500 words maximum)
• Why should your project be part of WinterWorks 2027? (approximately 500 words maximum)
• Archival materials and/or a brief history of the project’s evolution, if available
• Brief team biographies
• Script sample or other supporting materials are welcome but not mandatory

Please note: Centaur Theatre is committed to platforming artists from historically underrepresented communities. We actively encourage applications from women, racialized persons/people of colour, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Deadline for all streams: August 1, 2026

Submit your application to winterworks@centaurtheatre.com.

Only selected applicants will be contacted by the WinterWorks selection committee during the selection process.