ARTISTIC AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Geordie Productions invites applications for the position of Artistic Director.
The new appointment would be in position for the 2016-17 season (July 1, 2016).
Mission Statement
Geordie Productions aims to entertain, provoke thought, fire up the imagination, and to challenge our audiences of all ages. We celebrate the art of theatre and its importance by working with great artists of many disciplines and varied experience to create theatre that is vibrant and engaging. Our work inspires dialogue between children and parents as well as teachers and students. Geordie is committed to giving new life to existing Canadian plays as well as developing and adding new great works to the Canadian canon. We look to constantly reach out to broaden our audience base by bringing productions to as many areas as we can reach.
All applications will remain confidential and will be carefully reviewed and assessed by the Search Committee in accordance with the criteria established.
Diversity is strongly valued in Geordie’s organization and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Review of applications will begin November 13th.
Please submit your application by emailing your cover letter and résumé to the search committee at: search@geordie.ca
We thank applicants for their interest, however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.
Below are some of the criteria the search committee will be taking into account
- A demonstrated sense of leadership, artistic vision, collaboration and team building with strong interpersonal skills, integrity, high energy, and, most importantly, creativity.
- Extensive experience in theatre production.
- An in-depth awareness of and desire to participate in theatre activity, both local and national.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. A good working knowledge of French is an asset
- A demonstrated ability and desire to translate artistic needs and values into strategies and specific plans.
- Professional, confident and tactful approach with a strong ability to deal with a wide variety of people.
The person chosen will:
- Represent and be the face of Geordie
- Have an understanding of how to work with and engage a Board of Directors.
- Provide leadership and direction on all matters related to artistic partnerships
- Drive the growth of artistic programming, including new commissions and program development
- Establish new initiatives and explore new creative models
- Work with the General Manager to create and manage budgets
- Take on a large range of tasks- both artistic and administrative
- Work with the staff responsible for finance, touring, production, fundraising, school touring, marketing and other administrative departments
- Develop and implement education, outreach and community programs;
- Coordinate all aspects of artistic programming and scheduling