Director - Artists Sourcing and Development

1 month ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Cirque du Soleil Full time
Main Responsibilities:

As the Director - Artists Sourcing and Development, you will play a crucial role in discovering, nurturing, and developing artistic talent by deploying a sourcing strategy and the orientation of the NexGen program, which aims to develop the next generation of our artists, in alignment with organizational goals.

Strategic Artist Identification:
  • Develop and implement innovative strategies to identify emerging and established artists across cirque, sports and other emerging fields of performance.
  • Utilize industry insights, data analytics, and trend analysis to influence talent scouting efforts.
  • Build and maintain relationships with industry professionals, talent agencies, arts & sports organizations, and educational institutions to create a robust talent pipeline ensuring a steady flow of diverse and exceptional talent.
Talent Pipeline Development:
  • Create and maintain a dynamic pipeline of high-potential artists that aligns with the company's current and future needs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast talent needs and develop strategies to address them.
Artist Development Programs:
  • Design and oversee a comprehensive artist development programs tailored to the unique needs of creative talent, including talent development activities as part of the NexGen program.
  • Develop the orientation of the NexGen program and develop initiatives that enhance artistic skills and career growth.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the NexGen program, making adjustments as needed to ensure continuous improvement and relevance.
Strategic Planning and Execution:
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align talent strategies with the company's creative and business objectives.
  • Lead the development and execution of a talent management roadmap that supports the organization's growth and innovation.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to talent gaps and succession planning.
Performance Management:
  • Develop and implement a performance management framework that supports the identification, development and sustainability of high-potential artists.
  • Work with managers and creative directors to ensure consistent and effective performance evaluations.
Measurement of ROI of talent identification and development:
  • Develop robust key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and ROI of all talent identification, sourcing, and development initiatives.
  • Analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of talent acquisition and development strategies, adjusting approaches based on data-driven insights.
  • Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on the impact and value of talent sourcing and development activities.

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