Associate Producing Artistic Director

Position Overview:
Under the direct supervision of the Producing Artistic Director, this position will facilitate the creative management of productions and other artistic projects in addition to minor general management
responsibilities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, support and/or management of the following areas: season selection, pre-production planning, and hiring, casting, active production oversight, readings of new works, grant assistance, workshops, front-of-house and back-of-house reports, and other special projects. This position includes direct contact with all artistic, production and box office personnel working at WTT and serves as part of the administrative leadership team.

Essential Functions:

• Assists and supports the Producing Artistic Director with the administration and management of WTT and its departments and projects.
• Contributes to the effectiveness of the Producing Artistic Director by serving as a communication link between the Producing Artistic Director, the entire organization, and outside creative and business personnel.
• Assists with supervising staff and budget management.
• Assists with grant writing and fundraising efforts.
• Works with the Producing Artistic Director on season planning and related activities; programs, curates, and supervises other artistic programs as required, including special performances for board and donor events, community events, etc.
• Acts as liaison between directors, designers, casting directors, and artistic personnel to create audition and performance schedules that fulfill AEA requirements and the needs of each production.
• Serves as the primary artistic staff person to read and evaluate submissions of new work for further development including researching new creative material. Identifies emerging performers, directors, choreographers, designers, etc. by attending various performances, readings, workshops, and college showcases.
• Participates in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion discussions and planning and maintains a professional commitment to this area of work.
• Engages and participates with staff for updates to the WTT Mission and Values Statement and culture of WTT.
• Supports the Development Department by attending and co-hosting donor events, cultivating lunches and dinners; supplying and entering information for grant applications; and coordinating talent and programming for events throughout the season in partnership with the Producing Artistic Director and staff.
• Supports the Marketing Department by contributing to email updates, informational decks, brochures, and programs. Attends and coordinates talent for publicity events. Makes live curtain speeches when necessary. Hosts numerous audience development events such as Cast Talkbacks and subscriber special events.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Excellent judgment to be used in determining which decisions and actions should be referred to the Producing Artistic Director and which items others can handle. The position requires outstanding human relations skills; tact and diplomacy are essential.
• Demonstrate highly developed presentation skills and knowledge of how the various elements of the creative process interrelate in developing a successful production.
• Experience in budgeting and managing multiple projects and team members.
• 4 years experience or degree in the theatrical arts or related field(s).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, team member, and sense of humor.
• Proficient public speaker.
• High levels of professionalism, interpersonal skills, discretion/confidentiality, good judgment, and influencing skills with personal integrity and the ability to inspire confidence and trust.
• Professional experience as a producer, artistic director or associate, line producer, director, or artist or performer.
• Experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing that can translate to artists, actors, casting agents, managers, executive leadership, teams, Board members, partners, and diverse stakeholder groups.

About WaterTower Theatre
Founded in 1996, WaterTower Theatre (WTT) is one of Texas' leading professional theatre companies, renowned for developing new talent and works while fostering the growth of the Dallas-Fort Worth artistic community. As the resident theatre company of the Addison Theatre Centre, WTT produces compelling productions in its award-winning venue, including world and regional premieres.

WTT has a legacy of innovation, from its early roots in Addison Community Theater to pioneering filmed productions during the pandemic. Under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Shane Peterman, WTT continues to champion local artists and has launched the careers of performers with credits on Broadway, national tours, and beyond.

Committed to enriching the community, WTT offers bold, inclusive, and inspiring theatrical experiences. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, WaterTower Theatre proudly operates under an SPT6 license with Actors’ Equity Association.