Careers & Volunteers
Careers at Werklund Centre
At Werklund Centre, we build a diverse, talented team of professional and creative people who are passionate about the arts.
We are:
- Stewards of an arts ecosystem - our mandate is to provide and care for artists and arts organizations
- an Arts Presenter - we foster, promote, and celebrate a vibrant arts community, presenting a variety of performances, series, and education programs annually
- a Facilitator - we ensure equitable access and utilization of our venues by ourselves, our resident companies, and the community at large
We recruit, hire, train and promote qualified people of all backgrounds and offer a wide range of jobs in Calgary, including positions in programming, marketing and communications, fundraising, front-of-house, ticketing, and facility and venue management. Whether you are just starting out in your career or are an experienced industry professional, encourages you to provide your unique perspective and achieve your full potential to enable Werklund Centre to fulfill our mission.
Beginning with the hiring process, Werklund Centre works to remove barriers as part of our organization’s commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and providing accessible employment practices. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their accommodation needs known.
It is the unique contributions of all our people at Werklund Centre that drives our success. We are committed to providing an environment free of harassment and discrimination, and we will continue to work to ensure that our teams reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
Volunteer at Werklund Centre
Want to be part of the arts scene in Calgary? Get involved at Werklund Centre as a volunteer! If you are passionate about the arts and looking for ways to make a meaningful impact in the community, this is the opportunity for you.
Why Volunteer with Werklund Centre?
- Immerse Yourself in the Arts: Be part of an inspiring environment where creativity thrives. Gain access to performances, exhibitions, and special events.
- Diverse Opportunities: We have a variety of volunteer roles at Werklund Centre. Whether you’re interested in helping out in public facing roles at special events, working with our Front of House team or serving as a concierge for wayfinding and visitor information, or supporting behind-the-scenes with the annual casino, or in the office & administration teams, we're sure we have something for you!
- Build Connections: Connect with fellow art enthusiasts, artists, and professionals. Expand your network and create friendships within the arts community.
- Make a Difference: Your support, time, and talents will help us bring the arts to life for our community. The help of our volunteers is invaluable.
Volunteer Roles Available
- Special Events
- Concierge (Wayfinding & Visitor Information)
- Office & Administration
- Front of House
- VIP Guest Services
- Casino
Interested in being a volunteer? Sign up to join our volunteer program
Already a volunteer? Current Volunteers' Portal
Organizational Culture
Organizational Culture
As the largest performing arts centre in Western Canada, Werklund Centre strives to break down barriers to cultural participation by providing an open, accessible, and inclusive home for the arts. We welcome individuals to join our team who share our vision of building a creative and compassionate society. As one of Alberta's Top 75 Employers (2020), here are just a few things you can expect when you work at Werklund Centre:
We offer a vibrant workplace – No matter what your position, you’ll find it exciting to work for an organization dedicated to community, creativity, and artistic excellence. We are looking for individuals who believe in our mission and live our values who have open minds, hearts, and arms, and strive to do the right thing.
We are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) – We work to remove barriers in collaboration with a broad range of voices. We are committed to making the arts accessible to everyone, offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religious beliefs, gender, physical or mental disability, age, place of origin, and sexual orientation. We have a dedicated IDEA Committee, are constantly working with community groups and partners to ensure opportunities are reaching far and wide and are frequently engaging in staff training and events relating to IDEA.
We offer competitive salary and benefits – Werklund Centre offers a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits, including health benefits, flex days, RRSP matching, and more.
We work as a team – We are able create memorable experiences and achieve our goals through departmental and ecosystem collaboration.
We need your ideas – We value the many perspectives, experiences, and skills that our team members bring to the table and we foster a work environment filled with creative thinkers who are empowered to share their thoughts and ideas.
We want you to grow – We strive to provide professional development opportunities and support for employees in developing their skills and advancing their careers.
To learn more about our organization, read the most recent Report to Community, brochures and more.
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