Associate Artistic Director - Pandora Productions

Pandora Productions is seeking a dynamic and contemporary Associate Artistic Director to assist the Producing Artistic Director in delivering programming that creates profound relatedness and belonging by and for our diverse human community.



Located in downtown Louisville, KY, Pandora Productions leads LGBTQIA+ theatrical programming in a thriving artistic community. For over 25 years, Pandora Productions has been the oldest theatre in Kentucky and the only theatre company in the Louisville Metro region exclusively dedicated and most trusted to tell the stories of the LGBTQIA+ communities. Performing a 5 show mainstage season, we present bold, cutting edge, award winning musicals, dramas, and comedies, and we celebrate local, regional, and national playwrights with our special programs like our PlayDates and Intersections projects.



As we grow into our next 25 years, we seek to present programming that better reflects the beautiful intersections of identities present in our community. We want to tell the stories of the whole of the LGBTQIA+ experience, stories from the perspective of ability, age, race, religion, and more. We are committed to improving cultural equity on and off the stage and you should be committed to doing the same.



Associate Artistic Director Position and Goals



The Associate Artistic Director will assist in executing the artistic vision and direction of the company in collaboration with the Producing Artistic Director, the Managing Director, and the board of directors. At Pandora, theatre allows us to explore artistic expressions of the commonality and diversity of human experience within the spectrum of sexuality and gender identity. There are many stories to tell and many ways in which they can be told. We are looking for a leader of integrity and authenticity, creativity and action to help drive the growth of the organization both on and off the stage.



Responsibilities



Artistic Administration

* Maintain artistic standards and quality grounded in the organization’s vision and mission

* Guide projects from pre-production to performance.

* Facilitate artist and crew collaboration and communication.

* Coordinate production calendar and facility management with the Managing Director.

* Direct 1-2 (or more) shows and hire and support guest directors

* Provide curtain speeches as needed

* Manage coordination and execution of show strikes

* Collaborate with Producing Artistic Director to program 2024-2025 season and a five-year artistic calendar



Operational Administration

* With PAD, audition, hire, and supervise artists, technical staff, and crew

* Work closely and collaboratively with Managing Director to prepare the theatre for shows

* Ensure consistency in Message, Quality, and Service from all points of the organization

* Maintain frequent and open communication with Board of Directors and Executive Committee, attending twice monthly meetings

* Collaborate with the Managing Director to create and disseminate evaluative tools to demonstrate the impact of programming

* Work with the Producing Artistic Director and Managing Director to develop and disseminate progress and impact reports for stakeholders and funders as needed

* Identify and maintain budgeted costs for shows

* Assist in grant writing activities, helping coordinate the various aspects for completion



Community Engagement Duties

* Assist with the development and implementation of events, fundraisers, and marketing opportunities to promote Pandora and the season

* Collaborate with Board of Directors to create activities, such as community talk backs, in support of main-stage productions that foster community education and engagement

* Foster relationships with organizations within and beyond the arts community that align with Pandora’s mission, vision, and values to engage new audiences across the city and region

Qualifications

* Demonstrated experience with producing including programming, budgeting, scheduling, and negotiating contracts

* Familiarity with the artistic process at a leading regional theatre (I just question this)

* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining boundaries

* Organized, motivated and focused

* Excellent people skills including leadership of others

* Experience with relationship building with sponsors and funders

* A passion for community engagement and Pandora’s mission, vision, and values

* A proven commitment to diversity and inclusion

* Self-motivated and collaborative team player

* Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects

* A high level of energy, initiative and drive

* A sense of humor, perspective, and grace

* Evening and weekend work is required

* Heavy lifting is often required

Start Date: Spring/Summer 2023

Salary: $20,000

To Apply: Please email cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the President of the Board of Directors at president@pandoraprods.org. Include Associate Artistic Director in the subject line. Application will remain open until the position is filled.
Salary: $20,000