Are you interested in working for a vital and thriving arts organization? CBJ has exciting job openings for experienced arts professionals as well as entry level positions for enthusiastic individuals.
This page is updated as openings become available.
Professional accompanists are welcome to apply to Canada’s Ballet Jörgen & George Brown Dance!
Pianists are needed for ballet classes, and George Brown Dance also schedules:
- Percussionists for modern dance classes
- Pianists for Vocal and Chorus Repertoire classes
Accompanists will potentially be called upon to play for a ballet class for the company, and/or as a substitute for George Brown Dance classes. This may lead to contracts for regular classes during school terms.
Resume and cover letter can be submitted to georgebrowndance@balletjorgen.ca (Please let us know your availability).
To see our list of Accompanists, click here.
Professional Dance Teachers are welcome to apply to Canada’s Ballet Jörgen & George Brown Dance!
Teachers are needed for ballet & pointe classes, and George Brown Dance also offers:
- Modern dance classes
- Jazz classes
- Hip hop classes
- Chorus repertoire classes
Ballet teachers will potentially be called upon to teach for the company; all teachers may be asked to substitute for George Brown Dance classes. This may lead to contracts for regular classes during school terms.
Resume and cover letter can be submitted to georgebrowndance@balletjorgen.ca (Please let us know your availability).
To see our current list of Faculty members, click here.
Professional Classical Ballet Dancers are welcome to audition for Canada’s Ballet Jörgen!
For more information on our Professional Dancer Auditions, click here.
Are you looking to gain experience and skill by becoming a volunteer?
For more information and to learn how you can be a part of our organization click here.
Please note that volunteering with Canada’s Ballet Jörgen is an unpaid position.
Job Description
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support at Ballet Jörgen to ensure the daily operations of the Company run efficiently and effectively. This position is an excellent entry level position for anyone who is interested in working in the arts and/or non-profit industries, exposing the individual to all aspects of arts administration.
The Administrative Assistant will assist with general office administration, including document management and phone/email communications. The Administrative Assistant will provide help with data entry and records handling in the Company’s Raiser’s Edge Database (the training will be provided). The position will require exceptional time management and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask as it often requires switching between different tasks throughout the day.
This position is made possible through the Government of Canada’s Summer Jobs program.
Education Program Coordinator
The Education Program Coordinator provides administrative and logistical support for Ballet Jörgen’s Summer Dance Intensive Programs. These programs offer summer dance training for students from ages 9 to 20. There are five levels designed for different abilities, ranging from beginner to emerging artists seeking a professional career in dance. The primary objective of the Company’s Summer Dance programs is to build knowledge and skill across age groups and geographies. The work provided by the Education Program Coordinator will help ensure the Company can meet this objective.
This position is made possible through the Government of Canada’s Summer Jobs program. Candidates must be between 15 and 30 years of age AND be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.