CALL FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

December 2, 2020

Who we are: Founded in 1964, Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is Canada’s oldest, and longest running, contemporary dance company. The company creates, produces and presents contemporary dance with a view to advance the art form for professional artists and audiences alike.

The company presents an annual subscription series, operates the Rachel Browne Theatre, and is under the leadership of its newly appointed Artistic Director; Jolene Bailie, appointed 2019.

To find out more about Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers please visit: http://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/company/

Who we are looking for: WCD is looking for individuals who have a strong commitment to fulfill WCD’s mission.

There are positions available for individuals with financial and/or fundraising skills, experience and interest. Ideally, these individuals will have board experience and strategic foresight. The WCD Board will also consider individuals with education in finance and fundraising who may be looking to enhance their professional experience through a volunteer role such as this.

What is involved: For Board Members, the time commitment is approximately two to four hours each month. Board meetings are held in-person, in Winnipeg, ten times per year. These are volunteer positions with no financial compensation. Board members typically attend and/or support WCD events, are interested in promoting WCD’s events, and may be interested in assisting to develop revenue opportunities, including fundraising.

Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. Applications will be reviewed as received by Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers Board of Directors.

How to apply: To apply, please send your information to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca. Please include your resume and a statement as to why you are interested in joining the Board of WCD. We thank all who apply in advance for their interest in serving on the WCD Board of Directors.