Position: Production Assistant

Reports to: Director of Artistic Operations

Hours: Part time, 5-10 hours/week, flexible schedule, evening and weekend work required

Term: 12 month contract, with potential for renewal

Compensation: $30/hour

Summary:

The Production Assistant for the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir assists in the execution of all production elements of the Choir’s events and guest appearances. The PA reports directly to the Director of Artistic Operations and may work directly with the Music Librarian as needed.

About Toronto Mendelssohn Choir

Toronto Mendelssohn Choir is proud to be one of Canada’s oldest, largest, and best-known choral organizations. The choir presented its first concert on January 15, 1895, as part of Massey Hall’s inaugural season, and has been a leader in choral music in Canada ever since, commissioning works by Canadian composers, and presenting world and Canadian premières. The choir also regularly performs and records with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. In May 2021, Jean-Sébastien Vallée was named as Artistic Director, only the eighth conductor in TMChoir’s 130-year history.

Through its performances, educational programs, and community engagement, TMChoir aspires to introduce its audiences to choral masterworks from the past and present—and make both renowned and lesser-known pieces available, accessible, and inspirational to all.

TMChoir consists of 160+ choristers including a core of professional singers. The smaller professional ensemble, the Toronto Mendelssohn Singers (TMSingers), was created to deliver more intimate repertoire in a variety of non-traditional venues. This 130th anniversary season includes a commercial recording Remember: 130 Years of Canadian Choral Music, releasing on October 4, 2024, by ATMA Classique, and a recording with Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra and Orchestre symphonique de Québec celebrating the late composer Jacques Hétu.

Responsibilities

The Production Assistant responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Assist with load in, set up and strike for auditions, rehearsals and performances
Develop and manage audition schedules
Ensure all needs are met for rehearsals
Assist backstage or front of house at TMChoir produced concerts
Supervise production staff and volunteers during events
Collaborate with the Director of Artistic Operations to understand and implement production needs for each performance
Manage choir for TMChoir performances and guest appearances as needed
Secure synchronization rights for livestream concerts, when applicable
Data entry in CRM database
Other duties as assigned

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to complete the online application form on our website by Monday, September 23, 2024.

The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir invites applications from all qualified individuals. TMChoir is strongly committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

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