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The Canadian Opera Company is now accepting applications for the position of Company Manager. This is a permanent replacement sought to support continuity within the team.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Canadian Opera Company is at a defining moment of transformation. With new leadership at the helm, the COC is charting an ambitious path forward-one that builds on its legacy of artistic excellence while embracing new possibilities for growth, relevance, and community connection. At the heart of this momentum is a deep commitment to the artists and creative teams who bring the COC's work to life. Ensuring a welcoming, well-supported, and seamlessly coordinated experience for visiting artists is essential to sustaining this energy, fostering an environment where performers and creators can do their best work and feel fully supported throughout their time in Toronto.

Reporting to the Artistic Director, the Company Manager supports visiting artists and creative personnel engaged by the Canadian Opera Company. From initial arrival through rehearsals and performances, the Company Manager oversees a wide range of responsibilities-from providing day-to-day support, to managing administrative and financial processes, to supporting performance operations, and collaborating across departments-ensuring a positive experience for all grounded in strong communication and a high standard of care.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Artist Services and Coordination

• Coordinate travel, immigration, accommodation, and local transportation arrangements for visiting artists and creative personnel.
• Provide day-to-day support to artists during rehearsal and performance periods.
• Liaise with artists and their agents to ensure logistical needs are addressed in a timely manner.
• Assist artists with practical arrangements such as medical appointments, local services, and orientation to company facilities.
• Maintain positive relationships with service providers including hotels, travel agencies, and local vendors.

Administrative and Financial Coordination

• Gather required banking and documentation information for artists in coordination with the Finance department.
• Process artist reimbursements and expense claims through the company's financial systems.
• Maintain detailed records related to artist logistics, travel arrangements, and service providers.
• Support preparation and distribution of welcome packages and relevant documentation for visiting artists.

Production and Performance Support

• Attend rehearsals and performances as required to support artists and address logistical needs.
• Coordinate medical support arrangements for rehearsals and performances, including doctor scheduling where required.
• Monitor artist well-being during performance periods and communicate concerns to relevant leadership when necessary.
• Assist with facilitating opening night and dress rehearsal tickets, as well as performance-related events involving artists and guests.

Departmental Collaboration

• Collaborate with the Contracts Manager, Senior Manager Scheduling, and Director, Ensemble Studio to support artist coordination and scheduling needs.
• Coordinate with the Box Office to arrange complimentary or purchased tickets for artists, agents, and guests.
• Liaise with external agencies such as Service Canada regarding VISAs, work permits or related documentation.
• Provide support for health and safety or public health protocols affecting visiting artists as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in arts administration, company management, or event coordination.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, during rehearsal and performance periods.
• Experience supporting artists or performers in a performing arts or cultural organization is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and administrative software systems.
• Experience working with scheduling or production management systems such as ArtsVision is an asset.
• Familiarity with financial systems such as Business Central / Dynamics 365 is an asset.

ABOUT THE CANADIAN OPERA COMPANY
Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the largest in North America. General Director David C. Ferguson joined the company in 2024, forming a leadership team alongside Artistic Director Roberto Mauro and Music Director Johannes Debus. Recently, Ian Derrer was appointed the next General Director of the company, slated to begin his term in July 2026. The COC enjoys a loyal audience, including a dedicated base of subscribers, and has an international reputation for artistic excellence and creative innovation. Its diverse repertoire includes new commissions and productions, local and international collaborations with leading opera companies and festivals, and attracts the world's foremost Canadian and international artists. The company is an incubator for the future of the art form, nurturing Canada's new wave of opera performers and creators with customized training and support. The COC's purpose-built opera house, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, is hailed internationally as one of the finest in the world.

As Canada's largest opera company, the COC deeply values equity and diversity across all levels of the organization and believes in fostering an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that fully supports our team's personal and collective success. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects our community, our city, and our country and, in turn, the COC welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities who share and embrace these values of anti-racism and inclusion.

The COC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

To be considered for this role, applications must be received by May 30, 2026