Managing Artistic Director

The Managing Artistic Director for Sherman Community Players (SCP) works under the direction of the Board President and supervises theatre staff. This full-time, exempt position routinely works evenings and weekends to execute strategic planning initiatives and manage daily operations and scheduled productions.

Administrative:

• Serves as the primary liaison to the board of directors. Prepares and presents reports and communicates board expectations to staff and volunteers.
• Schedules the season and educational programs which typically includes eight productions in two theatre spaces and educational workshops, Supporting Cast youth group, and public and private school educational outreach.
• Manages the annual budget to meet fiscal goals.
• Manages and mentors staff and conducts regular performance appraisals.
• Collaborates with local arts organizations and programs to provide support and share resources.
• Prepares and executes a marketing plan, as approved by the board of directors, for the season and each production including social media, press releases, print materials, television and radio announcements, community appearances, and other creative marketing strategies.
• Manages the SCP website and social media presence. Delivers relevant content, ensures information is accurate and up-to-date, and online giving and ticketing options work properly.

Donor Relations:

• Secures grant funding to support theatre arts initiatives.
• Establishes and cultivates relationships to generate gifts from business and industry and individual donors.
• Establishes and cultivates relationships with season members.
• Generates revenue by securing playbill advertisements.

Productions:

• Serves as producer for all SCP productions and directs a minimum of four productions.
• Recruits board-approved guest directors, temporary staff, and volunteers as required for each production.
• Ensures all performances are adequately staffed and front of house activities ensure a positive patron experience.

Educational Outreach:

• Provides innovative and engaging theatre education opportunities: Project Theatre, youth workshops, Stages playwriting conference, and acting/voice/choreography training.
• Develops and implements curriculum for all classes and workshops.
• Meets or exceeds established program goals for participation and student retention.
• Manages the activities of the Supporting Cast youth group which meets monthly.
• Makes presentations to community groups to promote the theatre and advance SCP’s mission.

Facilities:

• Maintains clean, organized, and safe theatre spaces including public areas, offices, performance spaces, backstage, and storage areas.
• Manages custodian services.
• Manages SCP’s relationship with the Sherman Service League.
• Promptly reports facilities maintenance or safety concerns to the appropriate board committee.
• Makes recommendations to the board of directors regarding capital expenditures.

Volunteer Management:

• Recruits and trains volunteer staff for a wide variety of opportunities within the theatre.
• Manages volunteer workforce to ensure both quality theatre operations and a positive volunteer experience.

Performance Expectations:

• Works to advance SCP’s mission and adheres to SCP bylaws, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrates honest, ethical, and transparent leadership.
• Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in theatre productions and programs.
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and acts as a good steward of SCP resources.
• Meets contractual obligations and adheres to license and production agreements.
• Maintains the confidentiality of management, patron, and volunteer information.
• Pro-actively manages risks and provides a safe space for participants free from harassment in all forms.
• Treats volunteers, cast, crew, patrons, sponsors, board members, and community members with courtesy and respect.
• Attends rehearsals and scheduled work calls.
• Submits requests for time off to the board president for review and approval.
• Participates in professional development opportunities to remain knowledgeable in non-profit theatre management including current trends in fundraising, marketing, education, technology, and programming.
• Presents proposals for new initiatives to the board as appropriate.
• Attends monthly meetings and prepares reports as required by the board of directors.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in the performing arts or equivalent
• Three to five years professional or non-profit theatre experience
• Previous non-profit experience preferred
• Proven experience in directing theatrical productions and arts administration/management
• General knowledge of theatre marketing techniques and strategies
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Leadership skills
• Previous supervisory or management experience
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift light and heavy objects, climb steps and ladders, move furniture, and perform other work required to build and paint sets, hang lights, etc.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position. Other duties and expectations may be assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location