Top Benefits
About the role
About the Position
This is a full-time, 19-month contract position beginning December 1, 2025. Reporting to the Associate Director, Communications and Content Strategy, the Communications Coordinator joins a dynamic team committed to promoting and celebrating the artists and activities of The National Ballet of Canada. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career in Public Relations/Communications with an interest in the arts. The Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Content Creation team to plan and execute innovative content and strategic media plans to achieve box office revenue targets and promote the Company’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the building, approval process and distribution of communications materials, including media releases, listings, photo ops, media invites, credit pages, biographies, video and photo credits and media interview and camera memos.
- Provide support in coordinating announcements, openings, events, video and photo shoots, interviews and other National Ballet initiatives
- Monitor and track media coverage, mount and post daily clippings and prepare media summary reports
- Assist in analyzing social media trends, monitoring numbers to maximize growth across all digital platforms and monitoring engagement on posts
- Liaising with various internal departments and external vendors to support digital initiatives
- Help track key milestones in PR plans using a project management system
- Assist in the build of media emails and implement web updates using a Content Management System, when trained on the programmes
- Oversee donation requests sent to the company
- Plan various team events such as performance video viewings, Communications meetings and celebrations
- Assist the Associate Director of Communications and Content Strategy, Interim Communications Manager and the Social Media Content Creator as required
- General administrative duties
Qualifications
- One to two years’ experience working on a Communications team
- A degree, diploma or certificate in Public Relations or Communications
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Exceptional eye for detail
- Deadline-driven and comfortable with fluctuating priorities in a fast-paced environment, and produce under high pressure situations.
- Works well in a team-driven environment with the ability to work independently
- Creative and strategic thinker with the ability to consistently deliver new ideas
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office with experience in Photoshop, Canva, CMS, email building software and Asana
- A passion and love for the performing arts
Working Conditions
- Primarily work out of the main office, The Walter Carsen Centre, located at 470 Queens Quay West, Toronto
- Occasional work out of the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, located at 145 Queen Street West, Toronto
- Hybrid work environment; minimum three (3) days a week in office and remotely from home two (2) days a week, subject to change
Compensation and Benefits
We strive to offer competitive, market-based compensation. During the interview process, we will work closely with you to determine a salary package that is commensurate with your experience and background. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees’ overall wellbeing and productivity. We offer a range of benefits and perks to assist in maintaining this essential equilibrium:
- Complimentary season tickets to performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
- Counselling services and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program
- Summer Fridays off in July
Application Process
Please submit one PDF document that includes your cover letter, disclosing your salary expectations and updated resume to HR@national.ballet.ca with the subject heading “Communications Coordinator” by no later than October 20, 2025. We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. We recommend that all employees follow the guidance regarding vaccinations and boosters provided by Health Canada.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
Statement of Intention and Accommodation
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
About The National Ballet of Canada
One of the top international ballet companies, The National Ballet of Canada was founded in 1951 by Celia Franca. A company of 70 dancers with its own orchestra, the National Ballet has been led by Artistic Director Karen Kain, one of the greatest ballerinas of her generation, since 2005.
Renowned for its diverse repertoire, the company performs traditional full-length classics, embraces contemporary work and encourages the creation of new ballets as well as the development of Canadian choreographers. The company's repertoire includes works by Frederick Ashton, George Balanchine, John Cranko, Rudolf Nureyev, John Neumeier, William Forsythe, James Kudelka, Wayne McGregor, Alexei Ratmansky, Crystal Pite, Christopher Wheeldon, Aszure Barton, Guillaume Côté and Robert Binet.
Located in Toronto, Canada's premier dance company has performed for over 10 million people. The National Ballet has toured in Canada, the US and internationally with appearances in Paris, France, London, England, Hamburg, Germany, New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles.
The National Ballet is committed to outreach and education for families and youth who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the joys of ballet. The company has a wide range of age appropriate programmes designed to engage with schools and children in the GTA and communities across Canada. YOU dance, the National Ballet's signature programme, is designed to introduce students in grades four, five and six to the world of dance through FREE workshops and performances.
The National Ballet employs 120 artists, dancers and musicians, as well as production and administrative staff. All of the costumes and sets are built at The Gretchen Ross Production Centre. As a pre-eminent builder of full productions for ballet in North America, the National Ballet regularly rents out sets and costumes to ballet companies around the world.
Top Benefits
About the role
About the Position
This is a full-time, 19-month contract position beginning December 1, 2025. Reporting to the Associate Director, Communications and Content Strategy, the Communications Coordinator joins a dynamic team committed to promoting and celebrating the artists and activities of The National Ballet of Canada. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career in Public Relations/Communications with an interest in the arts. The Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Content Creation team to plan and execute innovative content and strategic media plans to achieve box office revenue targets and promote the Company’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the building, approval process and distribution of communications materials, including media releases, listings, photo ops, media invites, credit pages, biographies, video and photo credits and media interview and camera memos.
- Provide support in coordinating announcements, openings, events, video and photo shoots, interviews and other National Ballet initiatives
- Monitor and track media coverage, mount and post daily clippings and prepare media summary reports
- Assist in analyzing social media trends, monitoring numbers to maximize growth across all digital platforms and monitoring engagement on posts
- Liaising with various internal departments and external vendors to support digital initiatives
- Help track key milestones in PR plans using a project management system
- Assist in the build of media emails and implement web updates using a Content Management System, when trained on the programmes
- Oversee donation requests sent to the company
- Plan various team events such as performance video viewings, Communications meetings and celebrations
- Assist the Associate Director of Communications and Content Strategy, Interim Communications Manager and the Social Media Content Creator as required
- General administrative duties
Qualifications
- One to two years’ experience working on a Communications team
- A degree, diploma or certificate in Public Relations or Communications
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Exceptional eye for detail
- Deadline-driven and comfortable with fluctuating priorities in a fast-paced environment, and produce under high pressure situations.
- Works well in a team-driven environment with the ability to work independently
- Creative and strategic thinker with the ability to consistently deliver new ideas
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office with experience in Photoshop, Canva, CMS, email building software and Asana
- A passion and love for the performing arts
Working Conditions
- Primarily work out of the main office, The Walter Carsen Centre, located at 470 Queens Quay West, Toronto
- Occasional work out of the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, located at 145 Queen Street West, Toronto
- Hybrid work environment; minimum three (3) days a week in office and remotely from home two (2) days a week, subject to change
Compensation and Benefits
We strive to offer competitive, market-based compensation. During the interview process, we will work closely with you to determine a salary package that is commensurate with your experience and background. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees’ overall wellbeing and productivity. We offer a range of benefits and perks to assist in maintaining this essential equilibrium:
- Complimentary season tickets to performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
- Counselling services and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program
- Summer Fridays off in July
Application Process
Please submit one PDF document that includes your cover letter, disclosing your salary expectations and updated resume to HR@national.ballet.ca with the subject heading “Communications Coordinator” by no later than October 20, 2025. We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. We recommend that all employees follow the guidance regarding vaccinations and boosters provided by Health Canada.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
Statement of Intention and Accommodation
The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
About The National Ballet of Canada
One of the top international ballet companies, The National Ballet of Canada was founded in 1951 by Celia Franca. A company of 70 dancers with its own orchestra, the National Ballet has been led by Artistic Director Karen Kain, one of the greatest ballerinas of her generation, since 2005.
Renowned for its diverse repertoire, the company performs traditional full-length classics, embraces contemporary work and encourages the creation of new ballets as well as the development of Canadian choreographers. The company's repertoire includes works by Frederick Ashton, George Balanchine, John Cranko, Rudolf Nureyev, John Neumeier, William Forsythe, James Kudelka, Wayne McGregor, Alexei Ratmansky, Crystal Pite, Christopher Wheeldon, Aszure Barton, Guillaume Côté and Robert Binet.
Located in Toronto, Canada's premier dance company has performed for over 10 million people. The National Ballet has toured in Canada, the US and internationally with appearances in Paris, France, London, England, Hamburg, Germany, New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles.
The National Ballet is committed to outreach and education for families and youth who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the joys of ballet. The company has a wide range of age appropriate programmes designed to engage with schools and children in the GTA and communities across Canada. YOU dance, the National Ballet's signature programme, is designed to introduce students in grades four, five and six to the world of dance through FREE workshops and performances.
The National Ballet employs 120 artists, dancers and musicians, as well as production and administrative staff. All of the costumes and sets are built at The Gretchen Ross Production Centre. As a pre-eminent builder of full productions for ballet in North America, the National Ballet regularly rents out sets and costumes to ballet companies around the world.