Artistic Director

Job Description

A theatre organization is hiring an Artistic Director to lead its artistic vision and programming. This role will shape creative direction, guide season planning, support production development, and help advance the organization’s mission through impactful theatrical work. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong communication skills and experience overseeing theatre programming and creative teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide overall artistic leadership and long-term creative vision for the organization.

• Develop and oversee season programming, including play selection and artistic planning.

• Lead and collaborate with directors, designers, artists, and production teams to ensure high-quality productions.

• Support casting and creative staffing for productions and artistic initiatives.

• Represent the organization in the community and build relationships with artists, partners, and stakeholders.

• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational leadership in collaboration with internal teams.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in artistic leadership, theatre direction, production leadership, or season planning.

• Strong understanding of theatrical production processes and creative development.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high artistic standards.

• Collaborative working style and comfort engaging with diverse teams and communities.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the provided posting (to be discussed during the selection process).