Programming & Production Manager

JOB TITLE: Programming and Production Manager

Organization: Hearth Arts on Bowen
Location: Bowen Island, BC
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Renewable)
Start Date: Summer 2025
Compensation: $44,000 annually (~25 hrs/week) + project management software allowance

About Us

Hearth Arts on Bowen (the “Hearth”) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a thriving arts and cultural scene on Bowen Island. As a key operator of the Bowen Theatre at the Community Centre, the Hearth curates a wide range of public programming and supports artists and presenters in creating meaningful community experiences through the performing arts.

Position Summary

The Programming and Production Manager (PPM) plays a central role in curating, producing, managing and supporting performing arts and cultural programming at the Bowen Theatre. Reporting jointly to the Executive Director of the Hearth (ED) and the Chair of the Performing Arts Committee (PAC), the PPM serves as a liaison between the Hearth, Bowen Island Municipality, local and touring presenters and technical/venue staff to deliver a well-coordinated, high-quality calendar of events.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment Statement

At the Hearth, we believe in a vibrant and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, national origins, genders, sexual expression and orientation, religions and socioeconomic backgrounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an equitable and accessible recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We are here to support you.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Programming Coordination (40%)

    • Collaborate with local, community-based artists, presenters and organizations to develop programming for the Bowen Theatre.

    • Coordinate annual programming to ensure a balanced and vibrant calendar of events.

    • Build relationships with local and off-island artists, presenters, organizations and

      audiences.

    • Manage the Production Intake Process for each event.

    • Gather and submit marketing content for the Bowen Theatre Calendar.

  2. Production Services (40%)

    • Offer presenters base level support and optional fee-for -service add-ons (e.g. Front of House Management, tech liaison, insurance coordination).

    • Coordinate co-presentation partnerships with selected artists/events and manage revenue sharing arrangements.

    • Produce the co-presentation shows in partnership with artists/events

    • Lead producer for the Hearth Presents Series programmed in collaboration with the PAC

      (handling artist contracting, event logistics, and post-show reporting including photos and audience feedback)

  3. Development, Marketing and Administration (20%)

    • Support the ED and the PAC in audience development, sponsorship outreach, grant management and statistical reporting.

    • Work with Marketing Specialist to ensure timely, effective promotion of all public events

Qualifications and Attributes

Required:

  • Demonstrated experience in event coordination, programming or production management

  • Budgeting and financial reporting experience

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Proficiency with digital project management and information sharing tools.

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team

  • Production project evaluation

    Preferred:

  • Post-secondary education in Event Management, Arts Administration, or a related field

  • Experience working in non-profit or government funded organizations

  • Knowledge of performing arts production and technical processes

• Passion for the arts and community cultural development

Additional Details:

  • Contract fee: $44,000 annually approximately 25 hours per week

  • Start date: Summer, 2025

  • Project Management Software cost is covered by the Hearth

    To Apply

    Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for the role to executivedirector@thehearth.ca by Monday July 21st, 2025, by 5pm