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Company description

The Centre des musiciens du monde is a place of creation, formation, diffusion and research which celebrates our musical diversity. For this reason, in promoting living together in harmony, the Centre contributes to the strengthening of a society turning towards the values of peace, sharing, and inclusion.

Our job offers are written in French because all positions require a perfect fluency in this language.

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About the Centre des musiciens du monde

The Centre des musiciens du monde (CMM) is a cultural organisation dedicated to the promotion, dissemination and transmission of world music. Through the organisation of concerts, artist support, training activities and the development of partnerships, the CMM works to raise the profile of world musicians in Quebec, Canada and internationally.

General Mandate

The primary role of the successful candidate is to generate revenue from the promotion of CMM artists and projects, combining ticket sales, market development, partnerships and public funding related to promotional and
touring projects.

The role is designed on a four-day-a-week basis, with a clear prioritisation of revenue-generating activities and a commitment to project prioritisation, in close collaboration with management.

Role and responsibilities

1. Booking and sales of performances (priority 1)

  • Actively promote and sell concerts and projects from the CMM’s booking catalogue.
  • Develop and maintain a network of booking agents (festivals, venues, cultural centres, institutions, cultural organisations).
  • Carry out prospecting, follow-ups and reminders to secure booking agreements.
  • Negotiate fees, terms and contractual agreements in collaboration with management.
  • Optimise the profitability of booked projects (grouping of dates, regional strategies).

2. Tour and market development (priority 2)

  • Design and coordinate tours in Quebec, Canada and internationally.
  • Identify key and recurring performance opportunities.
  • Collaborate with local and international partners (networks, events, institutions).
  • Participate in trade fairs, professional showcases and targeted networking activities.

3. Partnerships and sponsorships (priority 3)

  • Develop partnerships and sponsorships directly linked to performance activities, tours and artistic projects.
  • Design partnership proposals including clear benefits (visibility, outreach, cultural impact).
  • Maintain and develop relationships with existing partners.

This component focuses on developing project-related partnerships and does not constitute an institutional philanthropic development initiative.

4. Public funding – grant applications (priority 4)

  • Identify relevant grant schemes relating to programming, touring and market development.
  • Draft and coordinate, in collaboration with management, grant applications relating to these areas.
  • Oversee progress, reviews and reporting for programming and touring projects.

This role does not include responsibility for the organisation’s general institutional funding or fundraising campaigns.

Required profile

  • Relevant experience in distribution, market development, cultural sales or partnerships.
  • Strong ability to identify new business opportunities, negotiate and represent the organisation.
  • Strategic thinking, independence and a results-oriented approach.
  • Openness to optimising work processes, particularly through the use of digital tools, collaborative applications and, where appropriate, artificial intelligence solutions, with a view to efficiency and continuous improvement.
  • A keen interest in traditional and world music, as well as in the cultural, social and heritage values they convey.
  • Sensitivity to issues of transmission, cultural diversity and the promotion of artistic practices from different traditions.
  • Excellent command of French and English (other languages an asset).

Terms of employment

  • A four-day-a-week role (28 hours).
  • Basic salary between $42,000 and $45,000 per year.
  • Potential for an annual bonus linked to the achievement of performance targets, particularly in the areas of programming and revenue generation.
  • Group insurance available after a three-month probationary period.
  • Occasional remote working may be possible, depending on the requirements of the role and promotional activities.
  • Availability required on certain evenings and weekends to attend concerts and promotional events for the artists represented.
  • Pleasant working environment, located in a heritage building in the heart of Montreal.
  • Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance, whilst respecting the priorities of the role.
  • A committed team, a collaborative working environment and close ties with artists and the cultural sector.
  • Start date: July 2026

To apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a covering letter to info@centredesmusiciens.com. Only candidates shortlisted for the next stage of the process will be contacted.

Join a dynamic team that is committed to diversity!

The Centre des musiciens du monde is a hub for creation, training, promotion and research dedicated to celebrating musical diversity. Every year, we welcome and support musicians from a variety of cultural traditions in their original musical projects. We also offer courses, workshops and lectures on world instruments and music.

Job description

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, and in collaboration with the team, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and updating the Centre’s audiovisual archives, which have been in development since 2015 and were established in 2017. They will also participate in the development and implementation of audiovisual document management programmes.

  • In brief: 8-week contract (summer 2026), 35 hours per week, pay $18–$22 per hour.
    Organise and update the Centre’s digital audiovisual archives (photos, audio, video).
    Deliverables: assessment, classification structure + nomenclature, reclassification/renaming, internal guide and recommendations (SharePoint).

Learning objectives

The placement will enable the student to:

  • apply archival and records management principles in a real-world context,
  • develop skills in organising and describing digital audiovisual files,
  • reflect on issues relating to the longevity, accessibility and limitations of cloud-based platforms,
  • gain practical experience within a cultural organisation.

Role and responsibilities

The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Conduct an assessment of the condition of the audiovisual archives (photographs, audio, video)
  • Catalogue the files stored on:
  • SharePoint
  • External hard drives
  • Analyse existing filing practices and identify any gaps
  • Propose and implement:
  • A clear and consistent hierarchical folder structure
  • A standardised naming convention for files
  • Rename, reclassify and organise a substantial portion of the existing documents
  • Assess the limitations and capabilities of SharePoint and make recommendations regarding its use
  • Produce a reference document (internal guide) describing the standards and procedures put in place to ensure their continuity after the placement

Skills and abilities

  • A keen interest in digital archives and audiovisual materials
  • Good organisational skills and a sense of structure
  • Independence, rigour and attention to detail
  • Analytical mind and ability to synthesise information
  • Proficiency with digital and cloud-based environments (SharePoint or equivalent)
  • Fluency in spoken and written French
  • A keen interest in music and cultural diversity is an asset

Internship details

  • Duration: 8 weeks
  • Working arrangements: on-site / hybrid option available
  • Period: Summer 2026
  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Location: 5043 Saint-Dominique Street, Montreal (H2T 1V1)
  • Remuneration: between $18 and $22 per hour
  • Start date: mid-June 2026

EEC eligibility: aged between 15 and 30 (at the start of employment), Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person (refugee), and legally authorised to work in Canada (valid SIN).

To APPLY, please send a cover letter and your CV (without a photo or date of birth) to info@centredesmusiciens.com. Please use the subject line “Archives – Your name”.

The CMM is committed to the principle of employment equity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.