Artistic Director
Current• Oversee all activities, including overseeing and selecting board of directors and collaborating with directors and designers, working with artistic teams, producing all live events including performances, workshops, fundraisers• Organize, plan, and run events, productions, and projects including determining logistical needs, securing funding, obtaining venue, staffing creative teams, material procurement, equipment, and ensuring artistic vision is maintained• Develop, plan, and select new works and projects for creative season • Screen scripts and select season, getting season approved by board of directors• Attend auditions, rehearsals and performances, as needed, stepping in for any unplanned absences• Casting actors or overseeing casting process for all productions• Manage grant applications and grant funding, ensure compliance with government funding, grants, and expectations• Oversee and collaborate finances: finance policy, contracts, develop and maintain budget, supply/prop ordering, storage inventory and management • Plan and conduct monthly board meetings, provide update and progress reports, address concerns• Lead advertising and fundraising campaigns• Maintain and utilize marketing efforts and lists utilizing Constant Contact software, Meta Business Suite and other methods, social media, and platforms• Create special events and productions that advance civic and political engagement, particularly social justice movement advocacy• Recognition and understanding of theatrical processes and landscape including familiarity with union equity agreements • Lead conflict resolution, create and uphold all policies in place for smooth operations• Ensure equipment upkeep and safety of production and work areas
