Careers

Stratford Summer Music is looking for a committed and enthusiastic summer student to
join our team as Box Office Coordinator! The successful candidate will be motivated and
enjoy working in a collaborative environment.  Summer Music offers a fast-paced setting
where no two days are alike, and the locations are constantly changing. Hours are flexible
but you must be available to work evenings and most weekends during the summer.

For full job description and how to apply:

Stratford Summer Music – Box Office Coordinator

Summer Music offers a fast-paced setting where no two days are alike, and the locations
are constantly changing. Hours are flexible but you must be available to work evenings
and most weekends during the summer. Working co-operatively with a production team,
and reporting to the Production Manager, in aspects of the music festival which relate to
live musical performances, the candidate will assist with all technical elements including
audio, video, staging, lighting of live performances. Operating as a venue technician the
candidate will assist with load in, set up, sound check, strike, and load out of equipment.
Liaising with artists, venue contacts, other festival staff as necessary will be required.
Assisting with the preparation of venues including lighting, sound, staging, power, seating
etc. will be required. Participate in weekly staff team meetings. Ensure all events occur
efficiently and on-time, following health and safety protocols, picking up and returning
equipment rentals or loans, returning inventory to proper storage.

For full job description and how to apply:

Stratford Summer Music Production Assistant

Summer Music offers a fast-paced setting where no two days are alike, and the locations are constantly changing. Hours are based on 35-hours per week Monday-Friday, with evening and weekend hours as required. You must be available to work evenings and most weekends during the summer 4-week festival. Collaborating closely with the team at Stratford Summer Music and reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role will serve as a central support function, facilitating day-today coordination and operational efficiency. The position requires independent decisionmaking, discretion in managing sensitive information, adept prioritization, and meeting deadlines amidst competing demands. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a professional demeanor, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service while being responsible for dayto-day administrative support. This position provides a wide variety of support services all of which contribute to the efficient and professional operation of the organization. Project oriented responsibilities include planning and executing fundraising events, volunteer
coordination, training of summer staff and website development. This person will act as an ambassador of the organization.
First aid, CPR and mandatory training will be provided at the organizations expense. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record mandatory. Knowledge of Stratford and area considered an asset.

Stratford Summer Music Administrative Coordinator

Stratford Summer Music is a project of the Stratford Arts Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization.  Charitable Registration #RR001-87819-7417.

The Board of Directors of Stratford Summer Music is currently inviting submissions from qualified individuals interested in serving as a Volunteer Member of the Board of Directors. We will have openings for four individuals who have expertise in one or more of the following areas:  Finance, Accounting, Legal, Fund Development and the Corporate Sector.

The three year term of office, which is renewable, will commence as of the Annual General Meeting in March.

Directors are expected to attend monthly Board meetings (10 per year) either in person in our Stratford office or by teleconference, and participate on one Board subcommittee (Fund Development, Marketing and Audience Development).  This is a volunteer position.

The Mission for Stratford Summer Music is to stage an annual festival of diverse musical and educational experiences for both regional and wider audiences, to celebrate music in its many manifestations and to enhance the reputation of the Stratford region as a home for all the arts.

Please contact Jean McLeod, Board Chair at jeanannemcleod1@gmail.com if you have any questions or are interested in serving on the Board.