Year-round programming means there are many opportunities to join the HFTco team. See below for current open job postings.
Hamilton Festival Theatre Company (HFTco) produces activities throughout the year including the flagship Hamilton Fringe Festival, the community-embedded winter festival Frost Bites, the ALERT education initiative (Artistic Leadership and Entrepreneurial Training Program), and other year-round events, workshops, and programming.
HFTco encourages applications from persons in all equity-deserving communities.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are currently hiring the following roles for the 2026 Hamilton Fringe Festival
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR | Apply by April 20, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Hourly Rate: $19.50/hour
Total Hours: 280
Anticipated Start Date: April 27, 2026
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Volunteer Coordinator will focus on strengthening ties to the local community, broadening the diversity of our growing volunteer base, and encouraging participation in the cultural activities produced by the Hamilton Fringe. The Volunteer Coordinator will develop skills in clear, empathetic, effective communication as the key liaison for all volunteers and community partners during the summer months.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by April 20, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Volunteer Coordinator’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
OUTDOOR PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR | Apply by April 20, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Hourly Rate: $19.50/hour
Total Hours: 280 hours
Anticipated Start Date: April 27, 2025
HFTco is looking for 2 to 3 driven, community-minded, collaborative Outdoor Programming Coordinators to join our team. Supported and supervised by the Executive Director and core festival staff, the successful applicants will be responsible for the planning, logistics, and management of the Hamilton Fringe Festival’s large-scale public outdoor performing arts activities. These include Fringe Boulevard (formerly The Fringe Club) – our street level community hub on King William St – and Fringe On The Streets – our one-hour performing arts promenade along the James & York St corridor.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by April 20, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Outdoor Programming Coordinator’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
ASSISTANT OUTDOOR PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR | Apply by April 20, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 8 weeks
Hourly Rate: $18.00/hour
Total Hours: 210
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026
HFTco is looking for a driven, community-minded, collaborative Assistant Outdoor Programming Coordinator to join our team. Supported and supervised by the Outdoor Programming Coordinator, the Executive Director, and core festival staff, the successful applicant will assist in the planning, logistics, and management of the Hamilton Fringe Festival’s large-scale public outdoor performing arts activities. These include Fringe Boulevard (formerly The Fringe Club) – our street level community hub on King William St – and Fringe On The Streets – our one-hour performing arts promenade along the James & York St corridor.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by April 20, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Assistant Outdoor Programming Coordinator’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER | Apply by April 20, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Hourly Rate: $19.50/hour
Total Hours: 280
Anticipated Start Date: May 4, 2026
Reporting to the Managing Director, this individual leads Front of House (FOH) operations while supporting and coordinating with the team that supervises and coordinates Volunteer operations for the 2026 Hamilton Fringe Festival. With a focus on strengthening ties to the local community, broadening the diversity of our summer team, and encouraging participation in the cultural activities produced by the Hamilton Fringe, the Front of House Manager will develop skills in clear, empathetic, effective communication as a key public-facing liaison for the organization.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by April 20, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Front Of House Manager’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
ASSISTANT FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER | Apply by April 20, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 6 weeks
Hourly Rate: $18.00/hour
Total Hours: 180
Anticipated Start Date: June 15, 2026
HFTco is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, energetic Assistant Front of House Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Front of House Manager and Managing Director, this individual will be a core part of the team that supervises and coordinates all Front of House and Box Office operations for the 2026 Hamilton Fringe Festival. This role has dynamic scheduling, the Assistant Front of House Manager will work more hours during the festival dates (July 15-26, 2026) and fewer hours at the beginning of the contract, in consultation with supervisors. Some evenings and weekends required. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are a strong asset.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by April 20, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Assistant Front Of House Manager’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: April 20, 2026
THEATRE TECHNICIAN | Apply by May 1, 2026
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 30 hours/week for 6 weeks
Hourly Rate: $17.60/hour
Start Date: June 15, 2026
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
Hamilton Festival Theatre Company (HFTco) is currently seeking Theatre Technicians for 6-week contract positions within the Hamilton Fringe Festival’s Production Department. Reporting to the Technical Director, this position will oversee the implementation of seven Hamilton Fringe Festival productions in a specific venue. This position will require evening and weekend hours.
PLEASE NOTE that contract start date, total hours, and term duration may change subject to confirmation of program funding. Any changes will be communicated to successful applicants prior to hiring.
About Canada Summer Jobs
Please note that, in accordance with Canada Summer Jobs eligibility requirements, applicants must:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
To apply: Please send a resume via email by May 1, 2026 to info@HFTco.ca with ‘Theatre Technician’ in the subject line and in the body of the email, let us know in a few sentences why this job caught your attention AND state whether or not you meet the eligibility requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. Please attach your resume as a PDF using the following naming format: your first name_your last name_job title.pdf. Only email submissions will be accepted. While we thank all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
VENUE CAPTAINS | Rolling deadline (click to expand)
Duration: 15 – 40 hrs/wk from July 16-27, 2025
Pay Rate: $17.20/hr
Job Type: Part-time
Hamilton Fringe Festival is currently seeking multiple Venue Captains for paid positions beginning July 16, with some training and venue orientation sessions to be scheduled in late
June / early July. Reporting to the Front of House Manager and the Box Office Management team, these individuals will supervise and coordinate all Front-of-House and Box Office
procedures onsite at one or more of our 2025 Hamilton Fringe Festival venues.
Application Deadline: Rolling deadline until all roles are filled
