Lindenwood University hiring Theater Director in St Charles, Missouri, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

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Job Title: DIRECTOR, THEATER PRODUCTION

Job Summary:

The Director of Theater Production manages all academic productions, as well as coordinates with other University stakeholders to help facilitate University events, rentals, and touring performances in the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts.

Job Responsibilities and Execution:

• Supervises theater production staff within the performing arts department to ensure smooth and efficient production operations
• Works with department head to generate and manage theater production budgets
• Ensures compliance with University and industry safety standards for the use of space, equipment, etc., within the theater production team
• Works with department head to identify and communicate with facilities about necessary repairs, scheduled inspections, and routine maintenance
• Assists with production responsibilities in relevant area(s) of specialization (e.g., lighting, electrics, audio, video, carpentry/rigging, etc.).
• Teaches up to two classes per academic year, dependent upon credentialing, performing arts departmental needs, and time availability
• Ensures effective management of theater production budgets and unified production calendar
• Ensures maintenance of appropriate inventory, supplies, and equipment for theater production
• Assists in the review of rental contracts and other space usage requests, in collaboration with other University stakeholders
• Collaborates with the facilities department to maintain the highest standards of safety for students, faculty, staff, patrons, guests, and visitors, including compliance with all city, state, and federal requirements

• Establishes long- and short-term strategic goals based on assessment data and ensures standards for the department and its field are met or exceeded
• Adapts and modifies leadership based on new information and/or data; works to set and unite people on the new direction
• Utilizes effective strategies to build collaboration for maximum execution
• Aligns division/department purpose and actions with relevant University initiatives and higher education trends
• Leads through attention to detail in production planning and execution
• Provides direct, onsite supervision of theater production staff
• Prioritizes real experience and real success for students
• Collaborates with performing arts department designers, directors, and other stakeholders to accomplish artistic goals, balancing cost, and artistic integrity

• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University's Values
• Recruits, interviews, recommends, welcomes, observes, and monitors performance of department staff
• Sets clear performance expectations and holds employees accountable
• Complies with institutional and school policies and procedures
• Conducts annual employee evaluations based on evidence, observation, and feedback

Required Qualifications – Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field required; master’s degree in theater or closely related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years professional experience working with theatrical and stage productions required; experienced leadership of theater production within academic environment strongly preferred
• Proven success in a leadership and management role required
• Touring experience preferred
• Stage management experience preferred

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