Position: Artistic Associate
Reports to: Artistic Director
Status: Year Round Staff
Start Date: March 2027
Salary Range: $50K -$58K with a benefit package that includes PTO, health/dental/life insurance and a 403b plan.
Position Summary
The Artistic Associate plays a key role in supporting the artistic vision and operations of American Players Theatre. Working closely with the Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director, Production Stage Manager/Artistic Associate, Literary Manager, and Production staff, the Artistic Associate contributes to season planning, casting, artist engagement, understudy management, and educational programming while helping advance the organization's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism.
The position offers hands-on experience in artistic administration, casting, producing, and company management within a nationally recognized repertory theater.
Primary Responsibilities
Artistic Planning + Casting
+bull; Read and evaluate scripts
+bull; Participate in season planning discussions and artistic research.
+bull; Coordinate auditions, manage actor submissions, and maintain casting databases.
+bull; Communicate with agents and artists throughout the casting process.
+bull; Collaborate on repertory casting and actor evaluations.
+bull; Travel to attend productions and conduct or observe auditions at theatres, colleges, and training programs.
Company + Production Support
+bull; Serve as the primary coordinator of APT's understudy program, including preparation and oversight of cover assignments.
+bull; Collaborate with Stage Management to support understudy rehearsals and readiness.
+bull; Assist in maintaining artistic standards and consistency across productions.
Education + Artistic Development
+bull; Coordinate APT's Winter Words staged reading series in collaboration with the Literary Manager.
+bull; Lead casting of apprentice cohort.
+bull; Mentor apprentice cohort.
+bull; Support apprentice programming, including development of the fall showcase.
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Equity, Inclusion + Community Engagement
+bull; Support APT's ongoing work in inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism.
+bull; Participate in organizational initiatives related to equitable casting, storytelling, and workplace culture.
+bull; Contribute to the annual review of APT's IDEA commitments and Land Acknowledgement Statement.
+bull; Serve as a cultural consultant or advisor as appropriate, especially regarding casting choices.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
+bull; Up to two years of experience in artistic administration, casting, dramaturgy, directing, or a related field.
+bull; A passion for theatre, language-driven storytelling, and collaboration.
+bull; Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
+bull; A demonstrated commitment to creating and sustaining an inclusive and respectful workplace.
+bull; An understanding of the complexities and responsibilities of contemporary casting practices.
+bull; Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
+bull; Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
+bull; Curiosity about the evolving theatre field and a commitment to continued learning.
+bull; Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred qualifications:
+bull; Degree in arts administration, theatre, or related field.
+bull; Experience with Shakespeare and classical theatre.
+bull; Experience with new play development.
Work Environment
+bull; Position requires significant night and weekend work during the season, May-November. Off season schedule allows for flexibility but also requires some nights and weekends.
+bull; Most work takes place indoors in an office environment or rehearsal hall. Additionally; one performance venue is outdoors, some work takes place in varying degrees of temperature (Spring through Fall), partially to fully exposed to elements
+bull; This is a full-time, exempt position which requires an average of 40-50 hours per week.
Salary/Benefits
+bull; $50K -$58K with a benefit package that includes PTO, health/dental/life insurance and a 403b plan.
To Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, r+eacute;sum+eacute;, and three references to Brenda DeVita at artisticjobs@americanplayers.org with "Artistic Associate" in the subject line.
American Players Theatre (APT) is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
