Artistic Director - Aloha Theater

Kainaliu-Kona, HIAloha Theatre produces an annual mainstage season of 5-7 musicals and straight plays acrossmany genres, and operates as both a traditional live theatre and a performingarts center. We are currently seekingapplications for a dynamic Artistic Director to guide the next phase of ourgrowth as the leading presenter of the performing arts in West Hawaiʻi.OverviewThe Aloha Theatre in Kainaliu-Kona, Hawaiʻi, isa 501(c)(3) organization that enriches the lives of Hawaii residents andvisitors by presenting high-quality live amateur theatre, performing arts education,and a venue for artistic expression. Thetheatre embracesdiversity, which reflects the rich culture of our Hawaiʻi home, and iscommitted to cultivating a respectful, inclusive environment that will foster afeeling of ʻohana for artists, patrons, volunteers, and staff. The Board of Directors’vision for the Aloha Theatre is that it will be an anchor in the community forshared artistic experience; that it will be recognized for commitment to itsdiverse Hawaiʻi home, enablingparticipation in the arts for all regardless of background; and that thetheatre will be a catalyst for growth, nourishing the needs and interests ofthe community by integrating arts education for all ages into every aspect ofthe theatre’s work.The Artistic Director is responsible forconceiving, developing and implementing the artistic vision and focus of theorganization and will also participate in decision making about the ongoingdevelopment and delivery of the organization's mission, values and vision. TheArtistic Director is expected to consistently demonstrate the qualifications,characteristics and skills outlined in the hiring process; they must be a compassionateand dynamic leader with extensive experience in producing high-quality theatreand events while facilitating an artistic transformational process with peopleof diverse racial, ethnic, economic, gender andeducational backgrounds. TheArtistic Director must have a passion for theatre and theatre education, andmust understand Hawaiʻi’s social complexities, as well as the challenges andopportunities of theatre in a close community. They must be detail oriented, well organized and able to manage time andpriorities, working independently but able to collaborate with a team.The position of Artistic Director is afull time, salaried, exempt position at the Aloha Theatre’s main offices. The engagement will begin July 1, 2020. Weekly hours may vary based on the productionschedule: weekend work is required. The ArtisticDirector reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Board ofDirectors.Responsibilitiesof the PositionThe Artistic Director will ensure highquality programming that aligns with the spirit of the Aloha Theatre’s mission,values and vision by performing the following responsibilities:Manage the Production departmentManage all production staff and volunteers,including the Technical Director and Production ManagersDevelop an annual program budgetLead the Aloha Mainstage seasonChair the Kokua Committee that selectsshows for each Mainstage seasonDirect a minimum of three shows perseason, with primary responsibility for guiding the process to ensure the bestpossible presentation as well as a quality experience for cast and crewAssists with recruitment and selection ofguest directors for remaining showsRecruit and guide music directors,choreographers, costumers, and other designersLead Special EventsThoughtfully craft Special Events thatreflect the community’s broad interestsCoordinate staff for successful eventexecutionWork with the Education Director toincorporate educational elements into all programmingShare knowledge and experience by servingas primary or guest instructorParticipate in fund developmentactivities, including events and donor relationsRepresents the Aloha Theatre in thecommunity, and as a representative to state and national theatre organizationsRequiredExperience, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThe requirements listed below arerepresentative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performessential functions.Bachelor’sdegree in theatre arts or a related field from a four-year college oruniversity; consideration will be given to non-educational equivalenciesStrongtheatrical background, with experience directing multiple genres, includingmusical, drama, comedy, and both new and older worksExperienceteaching and/or working with youthExperienceworking with volunteer casts and crews of all agesWorkingknowledge of technical theatre, including sound, lights, and set construction,as well as other production areas such as costumes, props, stage makeup, andbasic stage managementLanguageskillsAbilityto read, analyze, and interpret stage productionsAbilityto effectively present information to patrons, public groups, and the Board ofDirectorsReasoningskillsAbilityto define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsAbilityto interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal withabstract and concrete variablesAbleto work with Word, Excel, and G-SuiteWorking Conditions, Environment, and PhysicalRequirementsThe physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.· Regularly required to speak and hear inEnglish· Frequently required to walk; sit; usehands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms· Occasionally required to stand; climb orbalance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl· Occasionally required to lift and/or moveup to 50 pounds· Specific vision abilities required by thisjob include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus· Willwork primarily out of the organization offices on the second floor of the AlohaTheatre, which are accessible by stairs, and other organization facilitieso The noise level in the work environment isusually moderate· Will attend meetings and events offsite· Remote work may be arranged as needed· Will be required to work with the public,including public speaking· Travel may be required, including travelto the mainlandCompensation and BenefitsSalaryrange of $48,000-$58,000 per annumExemptin relation to overtime and the Fair Labor Standards ActCompany benefits, including but notlimited to:HealthinsuranceDentalinsuranceTemporary Disability InsuranceLifeInsurancePersonalTime Off401kwith matching contributionThefull job description can be viewed at http://www.alohatheatre.com/employment.The applicationperiod will be open until September 30, 2019. The selection committee will contact candidates in October to schedulepreliminary interviews. Candidatesshould be prepared to complete an informational application and a backgroundcheck.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $48,000.00 to $58,000.00 /yearAdditional Compensation:BonusesWork Location:One locationBenefits:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceRetirement planPaid time offThis Company Describes Its Culture as:People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focusedTeam-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=67017c2290077033&q=comedy&tk=1djq9n68u...

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