2b is seeking applications for a new Canada Summer Job position: Fundraising + Event Coordinator
Deadline to Apply: 11:59pm (AST) on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Interviews Held: May 5th-7th, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: Monday, May 19th, 2025
Anticipated Contract Term: May 19th – July 21st, 2025 (9 weeks)
Flexible Working Schedule & Hours
The Fundraising and Event Coordinator will support the 2b team in the planning and execution of 2b’s major summer event (taking place in June 2025).
All activities will be carried out under the supervision of and with support from the Artistic Director (Christian Barry), Associate Artistic Director (Jacob Sampson), and Operations and Company Manager (Olivia Rankin).
Tasks Include:
- Coordinating volunteers, sponsors, and attendees
- Supporting sponsor relations
- Supporting 2b communications, including social media management, website, and newsletter
- Managing ticket sales
- Assisting with general administrative tasks
This job offers career-related experience to youth pursuing work in the fields of Arts Administration or Event Management. The Fundraising + Event Coordinator will become familiar with the main tasks of an Arts Administrator while being mentored by the Associate Director, Associate Artistic Director, and Operations and Company Manager.
Required Skills:
- Familiarity with event planning and coordination
- Learns quickly, works well under pressure, and able to prioritize
- Strong written and verbal communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
- Proficiency with database software, Google Docs, Excel, and WordPress
Strong Assets:
- Experience running tech for theatre and other live events
- Experience running fundraisers, managing registrations, coordinating volunteers, pursuing sponsorships and donations
- Valid driver’s license
Eligibility Requirements:
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59pm (AST), on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
To apply, please send a cover letter and a resume to applications@2btheatre.com with the subject line “CSJ APPLICATION – [YOUR NAME]”. Please also feel free to email any questions to info@2btheatre.com
For more information about 2b, visit 2btheatre.com
