Hiring:
Executive Director

Executive Director – Country Music Alberta

Location: Alberta (remote with travel required)
Job Type: Part-Time (0.8 FTE / ~32 hours per week)
Start Date: TBD

About Country Music Alberta

Country Music Alberta (CMAB) is the heart of Alberta’s country music scene. We’re a nonprofit dedicated to supporting, promoting, and elevating artists, industry professionals, and fans across the province. Our vision is to cultivate a vibrant, inclusive community that puts Alberta talent on national and international stages.

Position Overview

Country Music Alberta is seeking a visionary and action-oriented Executive Director to lead the organization into its next exciting chapter. This is more than a desk job—it’s an opportunity to shape Alberta’s country music culture from the inside out.

You’ll work closely with the Board of Directors, artists, sponsors, government partners, and industry organizations to build meaningful connections and deliver high-impact programming. We’re looking for a motivated self-starter who’s energized by variety, collaboration, and creative problem-solving—and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, whether it’s preparing a grant application, coordinating awards weekend logistics, or posting to social media.

If you’re a natural connector with strong leadership skills, a love for country music, and a passion for building community—this is your stage.

Please send resume and cover letter to ed@countrymusicalberta.com by May 21st, 2025.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership & Administration

Serve as the primary point of contact for all CMAB inquiries and correspondence.
Manage day-to-day operations of the virtual office, including emails, mail pickup, and task tracking.
Prepare and track invoices and payments, and collaborate with the Treasurer on financial records, budgeting, and reporting.
Oversee internal communications (e-blasts, newsletters, announcements).
Research, and manage required reporting and deadlines for grant submissions as required.
Prepare government documents in collaboration with the Secretary-Treasurer.

Board & Committee Support

Attend and support all Board of Directors and committee meetings to ensure continuity and communication.
Prepare and present Executive Director and grant reports to the Board.
Coordinate meeting logistics, take committee meeting notes, and follow up on action items.
Lead the development and presentation of CMAB’s Annual Report for the AGM.

Awards & Events

Collaborate with the Awards Committee to review criteria, manage submissions, and coordinate voting.
Provide administrative support to the Awards Show Producer and manage event logistics.
Coordinate all aspects of the CMAB Awards weekend—education sessions, performances, logistics, volunteers.
Order and arrange delivery of awards; send thank-you notes to sponsors and partners post-event.
Support planning and execution of CMAB programming (CCMA Showcase, songwriter events, partner events, workshops, webinars).

Membership & Sponsorship

Support CMAB members by responding to inquiries, managing new and renewing memberships, and maintaining accurate records and directories.
Manage sponsor relationships, including communications, benefit fulfillment, and annual renewals for both operational and award sponsors.
Proactively identify and pursue new partnership opportunities that provide added value, resources, or programming for CMAB members.
Build and maintain strong relationships with potential sponsors, collaborators, and community organizations.

Industry & Government Relations

Act as a liaison with the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA), other provincial music associations, and government agencies.
Represent CMAB in advocacy efforts at both the provincial and national levels.
Maintain strong relationships with industry stakeholders and partner organizations.

Communications & Social Media

Create and maintain a content calendar to promote CMAB programs, initiatives, and events.
Design and publish engaging graphics and content for CMAB’s digital platforms (social media, newsletters, website).
Post regularly across CMAB’s social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, Threads, etc.) and engage with followers.
Monitor messages and comments to ensure responsive, consistent community engagement.
Align all messaging with CMAB’s brand, voice, and strategic goals.

Who You Are

A natural leader and relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experienced in nonprofit administration, event coordination, or music industry operations.
Passionate about music and community, with a deep appreciation for Alberta’s country music scene.
Tech-savvy and creative—comfortable using design tools, email platforms, and basic bookkeeping systems.
Self-directed, highly organized, and excited to manage a wide range of responsibilities.

Nice-to-Haves

Experience in the Canadian music industry or arts nonprofit sector.
Familiarity with tools like Canva, Mailchimp, and Google Workspace.
Grant writing experience considered an asset but not required.
A background in event production, sponsorship, or content creation.
Knowledge of Alberta’s music ecosystem and key industry organizations.

The Executive Director is a 0.8-time remote contract position, with an annual salary of $42,000. The position averages 32 hours/week, but work hours fluctuate depending on the season and demand: successful applicants should expect their busiest season to be (February - April). The successful candidate must be willing to work evenings and weekends, particularly during busy seasons.

Country Music Alberta is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. The Country Music Alberta Code of Conduct is available on countrymusicalberta.com/code-of-conduct