Resource Centre for the Arts is a community arts organization that owns and operates the LSPU Hall and RCA Theatre Company (RCAT). RCA provides resources and a supportive environment for the production and promotion of the Newfoundland and Labrador performing arts community.

Position Overview: We are seeking a Professional Development Coordinator to join our team under a 52-week contract funded by the Job Creation Partnerships program. Please note that the position is hybrid remote/in-office.

Reporting to the Artistic Animateur and RCA’s Board of Directors, and working closely with RCA’s Creative Producer & Director of Education, the Coordinator will organize RCA’s Professional Development initiatives, including surveying the needs of the local arts community, developing a training schedule, and overseeing the coordination of RCAT’s Professional Development opportunities in the 2026-27 season.

Key Responsibilities

-Booking workshop/class instructors and venues;

-Being point of contact for workshop/class participants;

-Representing RCAT and being present during workshops and classes for troubleshooting as needed;

-Building a Professional Development schedule for the 2026-27 season with RCAT’s Creative Producer & Director of Education;

-Additional duties as required. These duties may include reporting on the program’s successes; contracting artists; engaging potential funders, sponsors, and collaborators; general administrative support; collaborating with instructors on lesson plans; overseeing the education budget; instructing a class or workshop (if applicable); and developing long-term plans for RCAT’s Professional Development programming.

Qualifications

-A post-secondary degree in theatre, education, or related field (or equivalent work experience) is an asset;

-Experience working professionally in the performing arts is an asset;

-Strong written and verbal communication skills;

-Proven ability to work collaboratively and independently;

-Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required.

-Preference will be given to candidates with a knowledge of the theatre sector and our current provincial landscape

RCA is dedicated to accessible employment practices and committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of our community and encourage applications from members of communities that have been marginalized based on age, race, colour, gender, disability, national origin or any other protected ground under the Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Act. If you require reasonable accommodation in applying for this position, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the contact below.

Salary: $729 per week

Start Date: October 1st, 2026 (negotiable)

Full Time (52 weeks), 35 hours/week, must be flexible to work evenings and weekends

This position is funded through the NL Government Department of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development’s Job Creation Partnerships program. As such, all candidates must meet the eligibility requirements for this program. Eligibility requirements include:

1. You are a resident of the province;

2. You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident legally entitled to work in Canada;

3. You meet the definition of EI-eligible;

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: September 22nd, 2026

To apply, email Resume and Cover Letter to submissions@rcatheatre.ca

For any questions, reach out to Luke at producer@rcatheatre.ca