The Stratford
Festival of Canada is dedicated to producing the best works of theatre in the
classical and contemporay repertoire, with special emphasis on the works of
William Shakespeare. In our creative exploration of the great works of the
dramatic imagination, we aim to rediscover and reinvent those works for each
new age, in order that they may continue to entertain, enlighten and inspire
audiences of all ages and orgins.
Would you like to
play a meaningful role with North America’s leading classical repertory
theatre? At the Stratford Festival, we attract the world’s finest talent,
offering a unique experience for staff, artists, and actors alike. If you would
like to be a part of this exciting organization, we are looking for someone to
fill the role of… Group & School Sale
s Officer (Maternity contract) Reporting
to the Group & School Sales Manager, your role will be to participate and
assist in the sale and promotion of the Stratford Festival to Group and School
travel leaders. You will assist in achieving sales targets by providing
marketing support; implementing sales and retention strategies for each
segment; supporting group leaders in selling their trips; tracking sales and
receivables; and facilitating marketing events. You will act as
interdepartmental liaison with Group & School box office representatives
and with the Education team.
Requirements:
- Strong
sales and email marketing abilities along with exceptional customer
service skills are essential. - Being
highly detail oriented as well as demonstrating both excellent customer
service and interpersonal skills is expected. - Relationship
building with potential clients and onsite requirements will involve both
weekend and evening availability. - Valid
driver’s license required for some travel within Ontario.
This maternity
contract position will begin in October 2014 for a one (1) year period.
How to Apply:
We recognize that
diversity- in our workplace, in our audiences and on our stages- fosters a rich
and creative environment.
We are actively
engaged in building a more diverse workplace and encourage all qualified
applicants to apply by September 8, 2014 to;
Human Resources
Stratford Festival
E-mail: resumes@stratfordfestival.ca Subject: Groups and Schools Officer
