Actor's Youth Theatre is seeking a new Artistic Director

Actor's Youth Theatre is seeking a new Artistic Director

Resume's are being accepted through 5/1/2020 at president@aytaz.org

MISSION:

Actor’s Youth Theatre is a non profit performing arts organization with the mission of educating,

entertaining, and enriching the lives of individuals in our community.

You have been hired as an independent contractor for an upcoming production with AYT.

The Independent Contractor Agreement contains information pertinent to the production, your

specific role, compensations, AYT’s code of conduct and important dates and is entered into

between: Actor’s Youth Theatre and the Contractor named below.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Actor’s Youth Theatre Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing, and

implementing the artistic vision and focus of a theatre company. He or she is responsible for all

major decisions about the ongoing development of the aesthetic values and activities, after

extensive consultation with the Executive Director.

This position is a part-time position and reports to the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

● Recommends hires to Executive Director and works with ED in supervising and

evaluating key personnel, including Educational Staff, Directors, Choreographers,

Production Manager and Stage Managers

● In conjunction with the Executive Director, develops, implements, and evaluates all

programing for the year including education for recommendation of the approval by the

Board of Directors

● With Executive Director, develops annual program budget for season lineup, and

classes/class schedule Board of Directors’ approval before the start of each fiscal year

● Acts as a spokesperson for the organization's artistic purpose via speaking

engagements, public and social appearances, and, as requested, at fundraising events

and solicitations

● Fosters the development of good relations with other cultural organizations by

participating in meetings and joint activities where appropriate

● By request of the Board of Directors/Executive Director, the Artistic Director may on a

monthly basis report to the Board of Directors to give an update on artistic/educational

programing activity

● Ensures all employees follow established policies and procedures established by the

Executive Director and the Board of Directors

● Ensures classes are covered each day by finding a substitute when instructors are not

able to, subbing for the teacher themselves or providing an appropriate alternative

activity for the students

● Plans and conducts monthly staff meetings (in person or via video conference)

● Perform post production debriefing after each show

● Job includes: Directing two (2) productions per season decided on by the AD and ED

and all performing groups (see contract for “Director”, “Music Director” and/or “Instructor”

contract(s)

● Abides by the AYT Staff Ethics Policy (see attached document)

● The Artistic Director may be asked to work directly with a member of the Board of

Directors or a sub-committee of the Board of Directors/ theatre community on a project

for the purposes of that work they will report to that member of the board/sub-committee

exclusively.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

● Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year college or

university with emphasis on stage production/theatre management; or two to four years

related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and

experience.

● Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret stage productions. Ability to

respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or

members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for

publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present

information to patrons, public groups, and/or the Board of Directors.

Personal Characteristics:

● Creative

● Outgoing, positive attitude and enthusiasm for working with children, young adults and

their families

● Demonstrated ability in creating and communicating a vision

● Demonstrated ability to achieve expected financial results

● Holds self accountable to high personal standards of conduct and professionalism

● Excellent coaching and developing skills

● Respect for individuals (students, parents, vendors, and employees)

● Appreciation of diversity (thought, ethnic, gender, etc)

● Flexible in approach; can readily adapt to business and team needs and changes

● Open to feedback and self improvement

● Dressed in proper dress code requirements, looking neat, clean and professional at all

times

● Exercises good judgment and decision making skills

● Previous theatre management experience desired

● Must demonstrate an extremely high regard for confidential and sensitive information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical and Environmental Work Conditions representative of those that must be met by a

team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member will regularly be required to:

● Work days, nights, and/or weekends as required

● Work in moderate to loud, fast paced environment with distracting conditions

● Sit for extended periods of time

● Move about facility and stand for long periods of time

● Read and write handwritten or digital notes

● Lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience

Hours: Part Time (20 hours per week)

Annual Review: Annual: Conducted by Executive Director

COMMENTS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being

performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of

all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. AYT

Board of Directors reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job

at any time.

AYT Board of Directors