Artistic Director

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Job Title: Artistic Director

Position Type: Independent Contractor
Hours: 60 hours per month (approximately 15 hours per week) at $35/hour
Schedule: Includes some evening and weekend hours throughout the year
Reports to: Board/Chair of Storytelling Toronto (for performance review)
Location: In-person at Storytelling Toronto studio, Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, Studio 173, Toronto, ON
Duration: 8-month contract with a strong possibility for renewal (3-month probationary period applies)

Application
Deadline: Before 12:00 PM, Thursday, October 23, 2025
Email to: hr@storytellingtoronto.org
Subject line: First Name Last Name – Artistic Director

Please include the following 3 items in your application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume (PDF format)
• One-page description of a successful project you managed and completed, including fundraising and grant reporting

All applications will be reviewed; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Position Overview
Storytelling Toronto is seeking a part-time Artistic Director who combines creative leadership with strong organizational, financial, and grant-writing skills. The Artistic Director will lead the vision of the organization, coordinate programming, and take a proactive role in grant writing and fundraising with administrative and financial support from the Arts Administrator, Treasurer, and Board. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative leader who brings both artistic insight and organizational know-how and who is passionate about building community through storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Artistic and Strategic Leadership

• Lead the artistic direction and vision of Storytelling Toronto, ensuring alignment with our mission and values
• Oversee programming and events in collaboration with staff, artists, and community partners
• Contribute to long-term planning and help shape the organization’s future direction in consultation with the Board

Grant Writing and Fund Development

• Lead the preparation and submission of grants and reports (with administrative support)
• Research new funding opportunities and maintain relationships with funders
• Ensure CADAC and other reporting requirements are met with support from the Arts Administrator

Programming and Production

• Provide artistic direction and mentorship for the annual Toronto International Storytelling Festival
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate ongoing storytelling events and workshops
• Expand programming opportunities and activities that reflect the diversity of Toronto’s storytelling traditions
• Manage contracts and budgets specific to events

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Work closely with the Arts Administrator on program delivery, communications, and reporting
• Collaborate with the Treasurer and Finance Committee on budgeting and financial oversight
• Supervise or support contractors and project leads as needed, fostering a positive and inclusive working environment

Organization and Accountability

• Track timelines, budgets, and reporting deadlines for projects and grants
• Contribute to strong internal communication, clear documentation, and good governance practices

Ideal Candidate
The ideal Artistic Director is both artist and administrator — a creative leader who thrives in collaboration, communicates with clarity, and understands how to turn vision into action. They bring purpose, strong grant-writing and organizational skills, and are eager to lead Storytelling Toronto into its next chapter of artistic growth and community impact.

Key Strengths

• Artistic or curatorial experience in storytelling or related arts disciplines
• Strong writing and communication skills, especially for grants and reports
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $34.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 15 per week

Work Location: In person