JOB OPPORTUNITY II Director - Humber Cultural Hub - Humber Polytechnic

The Humber Cultural Hub (HCH) is a place where education, innovation, and the arts converge within a state-of-the-art facility designed to support emerging creators and industry professionals alike.

Position Summary

The Director will lead and advance HCH’s mission as a dynamic centre for artistic excellence, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration that uplifts Humber’s strategic direction. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Academic, partnering with the Senior Dean, Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design, and developing an impactful Advisory Committee, they will be responsible for shaping a strategic vision that aligns with Humber’s institutional goals while managing the balance between academic programming, research initiatives, and external partnerships. The Director will bring a sophisticated approach to stakeholder engagement, ensuring that competing interests—such as academic access to specialized spaces balanced with community access—are managed with diplomacy and strategic foresight. They will oversee artistic programming, curating a global ecosystem of independent and emerging artists that contribute to the cultural vibrancy of South Etobicoke and the GTA.

 

Qualifications

A minimum of seven to nine years of senior management expertise in leading the programming, presentation, and promotion of a multidisciplinary performing arts venue within a not-for-profit, academic, or government setting is required. Sound knowledge and proven ability assessing risk and related opportunities in music, film, theatre, or other performing arts disciplines are expected, and experience working in a multi-unionized environment with a deep understanding of health and safety standards is appreciated. A comprehensive understanding of venue and staff capacity utilization and management, audience development, community ambassadorship in an academic environment, major cultural organization, or elsewhere in the creative sector is needed. A specialized university degree or equivalent experience as a fine arts practitioner in production, management, business, research, or policy is expected, with a master’s degree preferred. Exceptional relationship management, donor cultivation, and creative industry expertise and connections are preferred. The ability to work flexible hours on evenings and weekends is required in best serving the needs of numerous stakeholders and the community that HCH will serve. Those currently eligible to work in Canada, as well as international applicants who would need immigration support, are more than welcome to pursue this unique opportunity.

 

Compensation and Benefits

Humber provides a competitive and equitable compensation package estimated to be in the range of $150,000 to $200,000 plus performance bonus opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off and holidays; health, medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs; long-term disability, and life insurances; and defined contribution retirement plan, among others found here. The quality of life in Toronto and Canada provides an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth in a welcoming society.

 

Applications and Inquiries

As part of an inclusive process, interested applicants are invited to inquire and/or submit a cover letter that uplifts their qualifications for the outlined position; a resume that highlights a chronological career progression, education, and associated accomplishments; and a production-oriented curriculum vitae that demonstrates how the applicant’s past experience has made a meaningful contribution to contemporary creative arts, media, design, higher education, and/or society.

Humber is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Arts Consulting Group will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. To submit materials (electronic submissions preferred), please click here or visit artsconsulting.com/opensearches.

 

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