Director, Artistic Properties Management

Join Odyssey Theatre's Board of Directors – Shape the Future of Ottawa's

Premiere Outdoor Theatre!

Are you interested and passionate about the arts? Looking for ways to put your networks and experience to use and contribute to the community? Want to network and meet people, apply your talents in new ways and develop skills?

Odyssey Theatre is seeking a dedicated individual to join our volunteer Board of Directors in a specialized role focused on Artistic Properties Management.

Odyssey Theatre is renowned for its award-winning open-air productions in beautiful Strathcona park featuring masks, movement and stunning sets and costumes.

We are launching an exciting project to create Canada's first online theatre mask centre. This position would help advise the Theatre on creating this exciting online resource featuring our collection of over 350 original theatre masks and creating an interactive web site featuring workshops, videos and exhibits.

We offer a supportive, collaborative and inclusive environment and welcome people of different cultures, backgrounds and experiences as we seek to reflect the diversity of our community.

This is your opportunity to play a vital role in sustaining and growing Ottawa's innovative masked theatre company and help guide into its fourth decade.

What You'll Get Out of Joining

• Make a Real Impact: Directly influence the strategic direction and growth of a unique and cherished arts organization in Ottawa as we head into our fourth decade
• Share and Grow Your Expertise: Apply your professional skills in a non-profit context while learning about the arts.
• Collaborate and Connect: Work closely with a collaborative Board, and a dedicated team of volunteers, artists, the General Manager, and the Artistic Director.
• Support Artistic Excellence: Help ensure the expansion of innovative masked theatre for Ottawa audiences.

What We're Looking For

• Background in collections, museums, galleries, cultural heritage or archives.
• Interest in fundraising and donor engagement.
• Strong organizational and networking skills.
• Passion for the arts and community impact.

Time Commitment: Approximately 6-8 hours per month, including board meetings and committee work, attending openings and fund raising events.

Interested? Email us at info@odysseytheatre.ca with a covering letter that outlines your area of interest and what you hope to contribute, along with a resume. We will be happy to meet you in January.