Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Conceptualizes, articulates and implements artistic and fiscal policy for the University's professional theatre company, produces theatrical productions, and directs individual theatrical productions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Humanities or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus 5 years experience required. Effective communication skills, ability to deal with diverse creative personalities, and a commitment to provide excellent customer service are also required.

Three to five years as an Artistic Director, or Assistant in a non-profit professional theatre is highly desirable. A knowledge of operating procedures in technical and administrative areas, and access to a nation-wide talent pool is also important.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Selects and schedules annual plays for presentation by the Pioneer Theatre Company, based on standard criteria.
2. Chooses artistic and technical personnel, hires guest directors, designers, choreographers, resident actors, and assists in selecting cast members; negotiates fees and contracts.
3. Oversees production activities for individual plays, acts as arbitrator, provides guidance to guest directors, makes budget allocations, and works with designers for visual impact.
4. Approves marketing/advertising materials used for publicity, represents and promotes the theatre on radio and TV interviews, and in speaking to national and community organizations.
5. Coordinates efforts of administrative personnel by integrating ideas and implementing artistic policy decisions.
6. Writes position papers/policy statements to secure government, corporate and foundation, or individual financial support.
7. Creates long and short range plans, determines appropriate departmental policies/procedures, and makes budget expenditures.
8. Directs a select number of productions each year.