Join the board of Toronto’s oldest independent movie theatres!
The Revue Film Society is recruiting for a 3-year term starting this fall.
About
We’re a federally-incorporated not-for-profit organization, which operates the historic 1912 Revue Cinema, and we’re looking for new members for its volunteer board.
The Revue is known for its specially-curated series which not only showcase interesting films but spark lively conversations through curator introductions and post-screening discussions. Our tagline is “Projecting Every Possibility” because our programming reflects the varied interests and passions of our community.
As a member of the Board of Directors, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and sustainability of an important Toronto cultural landmark and community hub and you’ll gain valuable experience in:
- collaborating with a group of keen and active board volunteers
- learning about the inner workings of a not-for-profit organization
- connecting with the community
Position Description
The Revue Film Society is a working board. The Directors of the Revue Film Society are all volunteers. The Board is expected to represent the Revue Film Society to the community and to advocate for the Revue Film Society’s mission, programs and services, as appropriate.
The monthly time commitment is approximately ten hours a month. This includes a combination of preparing for and attending a monthly Board meeting and committee meetings. Directors are expected to attend monthly Board meetings and to chair and/or sit on at least one board committee.
Position Type: Unpaid Volunteer Position
Term: Three (3) years, starting November 2024
Time Commitment: Approximately 10 hours per month
Region: ON – Metro Toronto Area
Location: 400 Roncesvalles Avenue (in-person and online meetings)
Application Deadline: September 28, 2024
Eligibility
To be eligible to serve as Board Member, you must be:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- A member of the Revue Film Society (interested applicants may become a member at the time of recruitment)
Please note that board members are not expected to make monetary donations to the theatre.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for people who can bring skills and expertise in the areas identified below as well as a passion for our mission and time available to commit to our work. We are seeking applicants of any age and career stage, with experience from within Canada or beyond, ideally in one or more of the following areas:
- Board Experience
- Industry Knowledge
- Legal
- Fundraising
- Non-Profit/Charitable Management
Don’t see your experience / area of expertise here? That’s okay! We’re looking for a diverse range of passionate people who are dedicated to helping govern the Revue.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility
The Revue Cinema Board is committed to reflecting the diversity of its community. We encourage applications from all community members and hope to remove barriers to entry during the application process and beyond.
The Revue welcomes applications from all individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation.
We will work to accommodate applicants with disabilities in the recruitment processes. If you are contacted by us regarding this posting, please advise if you require accommodation please email board@revuecinema.ca.
How to apply
Please fill out our application form (requires Google Account) and upload your resume and a cover letter by September 28, 2024.
Please feel welcome to disclose if you are a member of an equity-deserving group and/or member of an ethnic or racialized community.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview to take place in October 2024.
In your cover letter, please tell us:
- Why are you interested in joining the Revue Film Society Board of Directors?
- In what areas identified by the Board can you best contribute?
- What other volunteer or community involvement experience do you have?
- What experience do you have participating on a committee or board or in another group decision making process?
Please be assured that personal information will be held in strict confidence.
Application Deadline: September 28, 2024
We thank all candidates for applying. We’ll advise all candidates of the status of their application by mid-October 2024.