Toronto Dance Theatre (TDT)
Placement Organization: Toronto Dance Theatre (TDT)
Position Title: Communications Assistant
Working Site’s Location: Hybrid
Company Bio:
About Toronto Dance Theatre (TDT)
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.
Job Description:
About the Internship:
TDT offers dynamic Administrative and Production Internships throughout the year, providing invaluable hands-on experience within an arts nonprofit organization. These internships are typically short-term (1-3 months) and offers Experiential Learning Placement, Internship, or Co-op opportunities where the job responsibilities will be tied to academic credit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Front of House Theatre: Assist in maintaining front-of-house operations during programming and presentations, ensuring a welcoming and organized environment for artists, dancers and audiences.
- Production Runner: Provide support by being an active runner during rehearsals, presentations and events in the theatre, including gathering materials, and assisting with set-up and teardown.
- Technical Production Assistance: Aid the technical team with lighting, sound, and stage tasks, gaining practical knowledge of the technical aspects of dance production.
Administrative Tasks: Support the administrative team with day-to-day operations, including data entry, filing, and other clerical duties. - Content Curation: Collaborate with the Communications Manager to create and curate engaging content for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.
- Project/Producing Tasks During Show Runs: Work directly with the Associate Producer on various project tasks, contributing to the successful execution of show runs and events.
- Collaboration with Managers: Work closely with the Associate Producer, Production Manager and Communications Manager to support operations.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a program at York University requiring placement, internship, or co-op experience.
- Strong interest in contemporary dance, performing arts, theatre arts.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to take initiative and adapt to the needs of a fast-paced production environment.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during show runs.
Additional Assets:
- Gain hands-on field experience in various aspects of dance theatre operations.
- Work alongside seasoned professionals in a leading contemporary dance company.
- Contribute to innovative and inspiring dance productions.
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams, gaining insight to organizational procedures and processes.
- Earn academic credit for your placement, internship, or co-op.