The General Manager reports to the Board of Directors and works closely and collaboratively with the Artistic Director and support staff. The General Manager plays a key role in the administrative and managerial direction of the company. 

Responsibilities include:

• Together with the Artistic Director, creating the annual operating budget
• Liaising with the bookkeeper and auditors at year end
• Managing the operating and production budgets, and cash flow of the organization
• Together with Artistic Director, applying for Municipal, Provincial and Federal grants
• Fundraising, including creating and executing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individuals, corporations, foundations
• Supervising show-related departments including Box Office, Production and Volunteer Coordination
• Hiring all part-time, full-time and seasonal employees in consultation with the Artistic Director
• Supervising support staff
• Negotiating and contracting with self-employed personnel (and employees)
• Negotiating and contracting partnership agreements with other organizations
• Together with the Artistic Director, ensuring compliance with applicable collective agreements
• Oversees Touchstone’s training program for corporate/legal organization
• Participating in the collaborative management of the facilities
• Contributing to strategic planning and visioning in collaboration with the Board of Directors and Artistic Director
• Recommending and leading key initiatives in accordance with the strategic plan
• Reporting to the Board on operational matters

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a GM who is independent, resourceful, and passionate about supporting and producing theatre, with the following skills and experience:

• University degree in arts administration or comparable experience
• Management experience in office systems, budgeting, finance, CADAC, and marketing
• Familiarity with the Vancouver and Canadian performing arts community and the Canadian Theatre Agreement
• Strong organization and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Enthusiasm for a collaborative work environment and partnership-building
• Interest and enthusiasm for initiating and supporting diversity initiatives
• Minimum of 5 years experience at ideally two Canadian theatre organizations