Programming Special Projects Lead

1 week ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Calgary Stampede Full time

About the Calgary Stampede


The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community.

Exemplifying the theme We're Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.


As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community.

The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community.

We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

Position Summary


The Programming Special Projects Lead is a member of the Programming Department and is responsible to oversee the execution of a portfolio of special projects for the Calgary Stampede.

Reporting to the Entertainment Manager, the Programming Special Projects Lead will oversee the planning, development, implementation and fulfillment requirements for new programming initiatives, ranging from operationalizing new attractions to evaluating the feasibility of potential activities for Stampede 2023.

This is an exciting role that works across all areas of the Stampede's programming strategy to advance new and unique initiatives for our event that may include entertainment stages, midway attractions, and strategic opportunities within iconic experiences at The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth.


This is a seasonal role from February to August of 2023.

Closing Date:
Monday Jan 16, 2023

Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead new and early stage programming initiatives requiring project leadership and execution
  • Research the feasibility of potential new initiatives and make recommendations on programming activations
  • Generate comprehensive plans for special programming initiatives which support strategic and financial objectives for the organization
  • Accurately manage all project budgets assigned to their portfolio, including the planning of expenses, tracking of expenses and revenue, and reporting on these budgets post event and year around, ensuring the needs and status of these budgets are communicated to the department manager consistently.
  • Source and manage relationship with suppliers, vendors, and contractors
  • Collaborate with organizational departments, supporting the execution of Stampede's programming strategy, actively informing the organization of the how to execute potential special projects during 10 Day Stampede
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • Postsecondary Diploma or Associate Degree in Fine Arts, Tourism, Event Management, Business Management or related field
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in the tourism or entertainment industry with exposure to sourcing, contract negotiations, logistics, scheduling, project management, guest experience design, booking, show direction and operations
  • Comfort with exploring the feasibility of new programming initiatives, working with ambiguous information, and determining if a project is possible or not
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to determine priorities and recognize importance of deadlines
  • Customer service oriented with an appreciation for systems, processes practices
  • Courteous, peopleperson with a professional manner and an ability to function effectively in group situations
  • Full comprehension of event safety
  • Awareness of industry associations and unions
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience working with volunteers
  • Availability to work a seasonal fulltime role from early February to early August

Benefits
The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume.

All applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted

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