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Artistic DirectorexpiredChristian Youth Theater
United States, Arizona, Tucson |
Description:FunctionThe Artistic Director (AD) is responsible for carrying out the mission of CYT locally and to protect the CYT brand, culture, quality, and overall experience of the local Branch. The role provides vision and passion to the local staff, teachers, artistic teams, students, and the community at large. The AD also ensures that the local vision aligns with the larger vision and mission of CYT Inc. Immediate Supervisors: CYT Board of Directors / accountable to Managing Director. Direction To: Staff, Site Coordinators, Camp Coordinator, Artistic Teams, Teachers, and Production Staff Job Classification / Hours: Independent contractor, Part-time, Hours vary (avg 40 hrs/mo) Compensation: Commensurate with experience Qualifications Must have a humble and teachable spirit that is concerned with sharing the love of Christ in word and deed to all affected by the organization. Must have experience and education in working with children and adults, must demonstrate an ability and willingness to work in a creative and positive manner with both. A degree in Theater Arts, Musical Theater, Communications, Music or Education or some related performing arts field is preferred. Demonstrates strong leadership and speaking capabilities. Experience as a Director of a theater arts program and a strong understanding of both the artistic side and business side of a theater organization is preferred. Experience in some aspect of theater (i.e., performer, producer, director, choreographer, conductor, musical director). Must have an understanding of all aspects of theater production. (Lighting, sound, scene design, costuming, script development, special effects, etc.) Must demonstrate experience in education, administration, event planning, fundraising, and working with committees and boards. Must demonstrate experience in managing a staff. Must have some flexibility as work hours may fluctuate. Job Responsibilities | Tasks Develop and give vision and direction for CYT programming including, but not limited to, classes, camps, shows and all branch level programming (CYT @ School, CCT, HYPE, etc.). Oversee the educational curriculum for all classes. Maintain artistic quality of all productions including overseeing the production staff in mounting CYT shows. Oversee the hiring, training, and review process for all teachers, counselors and artistic teams for classes, camps, and shows along with the Managing Director (MD) and Site/Show/Camp Coordinators. Maintain rapport with staff, teachers, directors, technical crew, parents, students, volunteers, and community at large. Conceptualize, plan, and develop long term goals and initiatives and report them to the Board of Directors. Work closely with the Managing Director and Board to develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive fundraising and donor development program. Must be part of the Artistic Team of at least one show per year. Oversee and guide the selection of shows for each chapter. Oversee and approve all marketing materials. Help create financial goals for shows and classes and a plan to accomplish the goals alongside with MD through a board approved annual budget. See all produced shows and experience classes and camps first-hand to observe quality and the administration of the program. Attends CYT’s National Leadership Conferences and/or EXPO Oversee the process, experience and productions of classes, camps, shows, and programs for the Branch. Must attend Board of directors meetings. Must have an active and intentional focus on relationship building at all levels of the organization. Behavioral Standards Demonstrate an understanding of CYT’s Mission Statement and Values by incorporating them when performing job related tasks. Adhere to CYT’s Commitment to Character. Acknowledge CYT’s goal to conduct all business through the lens of strong, moral character and agree to perform all job related duties in support of this goal. Work well with other people as a leader and as a team member. Commit to maintain the highest levels of ethics and professionalism.
Application Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Part Time
Job Category:
Creative/Artistic
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
Arizona, Tucson |
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