Jobs (Calgary): Data Entry Supervisor, Archival Project – Lunchbox Theatre, Theater News

Data Entry Supervisor (Archival Project)
Organization: Lunchbox Theatre
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Job Type: Canada Summer Jobs – Temporary (8 weeks)
Start Date: July 6, 2026
Hours: 35 hours per week
Wage: $15.00 per hour
Language Requirement: English

Position Overview
Lunchbox Theatre is seeking a Data Entry Supervisor to support an archival and community engagement project celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary.

This Canada Summer Jobs position provides an opportunity for youth to gain meaningful employment experience while contributing to a creative, community-driven initiative.

The project will result in a unique publication: part archival collection, part storytelling project, and part lunchbox-themed cookbook. The successful candidate will assist in collecting, organizing, and digitizing stories, photographs, and recipes that reflect the rich history and impact of Lunchbox Theatre.

Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility
Applicants must:
 Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
 Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
 Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Project Goals
 Preserve and celebrate 50 years of Lunchbox Theatre history
 Engage artists, audiences, and community members in sharing their experiences
 Curate archival photos, playbills, and memorabilia
 Collect recipes connected to stories, performances, and community memories
 Contribute to a creative, community-based publication

Key Responsibilities
 Collect and organize submitted stories, recipes, and archival materials
 Scan and digitize physical photos, programs, and memorabilia
 Maintain documentation and permissions for all collected materials
 Archive story submissions received via email and online platforms
 Review past plays and select excerpts appropriate for publication
 Analyze and categorize collected content
 Develop and maintain a structured filing system organized by theatre season
 Ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of all archived data

Skills Development
This placement supports the development of:
 Collaboration and teamwork
 Professional communication skills
 Creativity and innovation
 Digital and technical skills (scanning, archiving, data organization)
 Problem-solving and critical thinking

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is:
 Detail-oriented and highly organized
 Interested in theatre, storytelling, or archival work
 Comfortable working with digital tools and data systems
 Able to manage multiple tasks and maintain accuracy
 Interested in engaging with community-driven content

To apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter explaining your interest in this position by email in a single PDF under 4MB to community@lunchboxtheatre.com by May 15, 2026 at 4pm MST.