artistic director, performing arts

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Rural area
• Concert hall or stage
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Comedy
• Dramatic arts
• Musical or variety concert

Level of expertise

• Executive

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Organize and co-ordinate production
• Supervise staff or team
• Determine treatment, scope and scheduling of production
• Interpret scripts, select the cast and advise in the interpretation and delivery of the performance
• Hire and dismiss staff
• Plan, organize and direct the artistic aspects of production
• Oversee the design of sets, costumes, furnishings and props
• Direct musicians and singers during rehearsals and recording
• Determine lighting, lenses, camera angles and backgrounds

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Membership in a professional association
• Membership in the Artist Guild

Experience and specialization

Type of production or direction concentration

• Stage direction
• Artistic or performance direction

Type of media

• Theatre

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available