Urban Ink is seeking an Artistic Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of artistic growth, cultural leadership, and organizational sustainability.

The Artistic Director will steward Urban Ink’s artistic vision and programming while continuing to deepen relationships with Indigenous and culturally diverse artists and communities. This role is both visionary and collaborative, balancing artistic ambition with strategic planning, community care, and organizational leadership. Working in partnership with the Managing Director within a co-leadership model, the Artistic Director will help shape Urban Ink’s future across live performance, film, digital creation, touring, festivals, artistic development, and community-engaged practice.

The Artistic Director will support Urban Ink’s strategic priorities, including:
● Finding and championing new Indigenous and diverse artists and stories
● Producing meaningful Canadian artistic work with increasing social impact
● Expanding audiences, partnerships, and national/international presence
● Supporting sustainable organizational growth and healthy workplace culture

Urban Ink is fiercely proud of its past work and programs. It is simultaneously open to new directions and ideas if they best fulfill the mission and goals of the company.

Artistic Director Roles and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Urban Ink Board of Directors, the Artistic Director will be the organization’s guiding artistic visionary and will co-lead the organization alongside the Managing Director. Urban Ink operates within a collaborative co-leadership structure between the Artistic Director and a Managing Director (to be engaged after the Artistic Director is in place). The Artistic Director and Managing Director work collaboratively to support the organization's overall health, sustainability, and management, bringing distinct areas of expertise to the role.

Candidate Profile
Urban Ink is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and community-minded artistic leader with a strong commitment to culturally diverse storytelling.
We recognize that leadership pathways are not always linear or equitable, and we welcome applicants with a range of lived experiences, artistic practices, and leadership backgrounds.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
● Leads with generosity, integrity, and cultural awareness
● Is passionate about artist development and community relationship-building
● Understands the realities of producing ambitious contemporary work within nonprofit arts structures
● Balances artistic excellence with collaboration, sustainability, and care
● Is excited to imagine new possibilities for Indigenous and culturally diverse storytelling across multiple platforms

Please view the complete position profile, including roles an responsibilities prior to applying.