AVAILABLE JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Event Coordinator (Canada Summer Jobs)

This is an 8 week position for the summer of 2026. Applicants must eligible for the Canada Summer Jobs program (i.e. be aged 15 to 30 at the start of their employment, be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee, and hold a valid Social Insurance Number).

Category: Staff

Supervisor: Promotions Chair

Location: Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Position: Event Coordinator

Deadline: April 27, 2026

Posted: April 19, 2026

Ideal Start Date: May 4, 2026

Wage: $17.50 hourly

Hours: 35 hours weekly (For 8 weeks)

Job Description / Duties

The Event Coordinator supports theatre and community programming by assisting with event planning, marketing, and partnership development. Key duties include helping organize Al Whittle Theatre presented events, as well as community events, creating and scheduling social media and promotional materials, updating the website, coordinating volunteers, supporting partnerships with nonprofits and co-ops, and providing on-site event support. The role also includes general administrative tasks such as scheduling, data collection for competitions and audits, and preparing reports for internal and external partners.

Qualifications / Required Skills

  • Project management and clear communication

  • Passion for Al Whittle Theatre and local community events/arts

  • Knowledge or experience in the following considered an asset:

    • Fundraising

    • Marketing

    • Google Workspace

    • Canva

    • Squarespace

Employer Profile

Al Whittle Theatre is a 160 soft-seat venue, owned and operated by the volunteer-run Acadia Cinema Cooperative, as a performing arts theatre and independent cinema. Serving the Annapolis Valley and beyond, this unique community-based non-profit co-operative provides an innovative, sought-after cultural complex to facilitate and stimulate cultural activity year-round in Wolfville, encouraging and attracting a broad range of artistic presenters and presentations. Al Whittle Theatre aims to be the hub for inspiring inclusive arts and cultural experiences in our community.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume (or any other documents that expresses your interest in applying and sufficiently outlines your skills and abilities) to Mary Harwell, Theatre Manager at manager@alwhittletheatre.caAND Emily Bouchard, Promotions Chair at promotions@alwhittletheatre.ca. As part of the hiring process, candidates may be asked to provide 2-3 references. 

Accommodation

Al Whittle Theatre is also happy to accept applications via video or audio file, if text-based format is not accessible. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, candidates are welcomed and encouraged to call 902-542-3344. Our building is not fully accessible at this time with some storage rooms and Studio Z being located on the second floor with only a staircase to access them. Please advise if accommodation is required to complete job duties.