About This Role
An Artistic & Education Director leads the artistic vision and educational programming for a community-centered playhouse. This expanded role combines season and production leadership with direct oversight of youth and adult education, serving as the creative and public face of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Artistic Committee to curate a season that serves the Playhouse's mission, community, and budget
- Research and recommend productions that are artistically strong and financially viable
- Stay current on trends and developments in theatre
- Own the artistic quality of every production, setting high standards while keeping a positive, safe environment
- Select show directors and guide their artistic visions
- Oversee auditions and casting in partnership with volunteer directors
- Coach and mentor volunteer directors and casts, and step in to direct when emergencies arise
- Lead the annual Gala production
- Provide strategic direction, oversight, and mentoring for the Youth Education Manager
- Build and grow adult class offerings and recruit instructors
- Shape an education program that welcomes all ages and backgrounds
- Secure licenses, scripts, and scores
- Partner with the Marketing Manager on season materials, promotions, and artistic language for shows and events
- Make sure show details and needs reach every part of the organization
- Help build season budgets and manage the artistic budget
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in theatre or performing arts, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years directing and producing theatre
- Experience leading educational programming, such as youth theatre, classes, or camps
- Confidence and polish in public speaking: curtain speeches, donor events, community presentations
- Budget management experience
- Working knowledge of every part of a producing theatre, including design and technical operations
- A track record of coaching artists, resolving conflict, and building collaborative teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail, and solid time management
- Passion for working inclusively with people of all ages and backgrounds
Benefits
- Lead both the artistic and education sides of a community-centered theatre
- Mentor a team and a large volunteer community of directors, casts, and crew
- Help shape where the role, and the Playhouse's education program, go next
Important Details
- Direct reports: Resource Production Manager and Youth Education Manager