Administration and Booking Assistant
/ORGANIZATION:
Royal and McPherson Theatres Society
DEADLINE:
Aug. 8, 2025
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The Royal and McPherson Theatres Society (RMTS) is a not-for-profit organization that manages all operational aspects of the Royal Theatre and McPherson Playhouse in Victoria, BC. The RMTS works to improve access to the arts and sustain the heritage of these civic theatres for the benefit of the community.
WEBSITE:
https://www.rmts.bc.ca/opportunities/
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Administration and Booking Assistant is a full-time, in-person role that supports the RMTS administrative office and the Booking Manager. The successful candidate will be friendly and detail-oriented, responsible for front office reception and coordination, as well as assisting in booking and event management across the two theatre venues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as front-line reception, answering phones and greeting guests
Perform general office duties including filing, photocopying, ordering office supplies, and mail sorting
Provide administrative support to the Director of Finance and Administration
Assist the Booking Manager with client and event coordination, contract preparation, and rental procedures
Maintain databases and booking schedules
Liaise with renters, artists, and internal departments to support event logistics
QUALIFICATIONS:
2+ years of administrative or booking-related experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with the performing arts sector is an asset
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit your resume and cover letter as one PDF document by 4:30 p.m. on August 8, 2025, to the Director of Finance and Administration at recruitment@rmts.bc.ca. Please include “Admin and Booking Assistant” in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
REMUNERATION:
$50,000–$55,000 per year, with benefits and pension
Contact Email: recruitment@rmts.bc.ca
Region: British Columbia
Job Status: Full-time, in-person
