Communications Manager

Company Overview

Young People’s Theatre (YPT) is Canada’s largest and oldest professional theatre for young audiences. Founded in 1966, the company produces and presents a full season of theatre alongside year-round arts education programming. YPT has developed and staged many of the most important plays that form the canon of work for youth in Canada. The enriched educational experiences of YPT’s Learning Department, including the renowned YPT Drama School founded in 1969, provide young people with opportunities to develop their whole being. Located in Toronto’s St. Lawrence District, YPT encompasses two state-of-the-art facilities: the modern YPT 161 Studios and the historic theatre at 165 Front St. East, which houses the 433-seat Ada Slaight Stage and a 115-seat Studio. United in vision, this creative hub forms Canada’s premier theatre complex for young people. Here, they can explore who they are, imagine better worlds, and rehearse living together with hope.

The family-friendly employee culture at YPT encourages ingenuity, teamwork, and an atmosphere of learning. In fact, learning is at the center of everything we do.

Job Description

About the Role

YPT is currently searching for candidates to fill the full-time position of Communications Manager.  Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, this position oversees the communications portfolio toward awareness building, audience development and engagement, and revenue optimization. The position commences in August, 2026.

Administrative staff currently follow a hybrid model of on-site and remote work.

Key Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

•         Assist the Director of Marketing and Communications in the strategic development and execution of annual institutional and programmatic communications campaigns.
•         Supervise the Digital Content Creator in the strategic planning and execution of digital content to amplify and drive growth across all YPT communication platforms.
•         Develop and implement media relations strategies toward growing awareness of YPT and its programs. You are the primary storyteller of the organization, building and nurturing relationships with local, regional, and national media and creators.
•        Create digital/print communications including press releases, promotional e-mails, and house programs.   
•         Oversee website content management, email marketing, and social media strategy.
•         Provide cross-departmental support in the planning and execution of communications campaigns including copy development and editing.
•         Liaise with external vendors including but not limited to creative agency and IT consultant.
•         Provide reporting, key metrics, and analysis of communication initiatives.
•         Attendance and support at opening nights and special events.
• Actively participate and work strategically as a member of the Marketing team.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

•        3-5 years experience in communications including developing and delivering communications and media relations campaigns, preferably in an arts and/or entertainment setting.
•         Degree or diploma in communications, journalism, pubic relations or equivalent.
•         You are a creative, proficient storyteller and wordsmith with a keen eye for editing and aesthetics.
•         You are able to craft a clear and consistent brand voice.
•         You have exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate with media, partners, and patrons with professionalism.
•         Strong knowledge and experience of content creation platforms, website content management, and e-mail marketing tools.

·        Due to the nature of the performing arts environment some occasional work will occur outside of regular office hours including some evenings and weekends.

Compensation & Benefits
•     Annual salary range: $55,000 - $60,000
•     Extended health benefits
•     Matching RRSP (3%)