Artistic & Education Director

Old Town Playhouse is looking for an Artistic & Education Director to lead its artistic vision and its educational programming. This role was recently expanded: it now pairs season and production leadership with direct oversight of youth and adult education. You'll be the creative and public face of the Playhouse, on stage at curtain speeches, in front of donors, and alongside the volunteers who make every show happen.What you'll doArtistic leadershipLead the Artistic Committee to curate a season that serves the Playhouse's mission, community and budgetResearch and recommend productions that are artistically strong and financially viableStay current on trends and developments in theatreProduction quality and peopleOwn the artistic quality of every production, setting high standards while keeping a positive, safe environmentSelect show directors and guide their artistic visionsOversee auditions and casting in partnership with volunteer directorsCoach and mentor volunteer directors and casts, and step in to direct when emergencies ariseLead the annual Gala productionEducationProvide strategic direction, oversight and mentoring for the Youth Education ManagerBuild and grow adult class offerings and recruit instructorsShape an education program that welcomes all ages and backgroundsProduction logistics and budgetSecure licenses, scripts and scoresPartner with the Marketing Manager on season materials, promotions and artistic language for shows and eventsMake sure show details and needs reach every part of the organizationHelp build season budgets and manage the artistic budgetDirect reports: Resource Production Manager and Youth Education ManagerWhat you'll bringBachelor's degree in theatre or performing arts, or equivalent experience10+ years directing and producing theatreExperience leading educational programming, such as youth theatre, classes or campsConfidence and polish in public speaking: curtain speeches, donor events, community presentationsBudget management experienceWorking knowledge of every part of a producing theatre, including design and technical operationsA track record of coaching artists, resolving conflict and building collaborative teamsExcellent written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail and solid time managementPassion for working inclusively with people of all ages and backgroundsWhy you'll like it hereLead both the artistic and education sides of a community-centered theatreMentor a team and a large volunteer community of directors, casts and crewHelp shape where the role, and the Playhouse's education program, go next