Artistic Casting Director — Lead Local & National Casting

The Woodruff Arts Center; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alliance Theatre, part of The Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, seeks a dynamic Casting Director to lead casting across its productions and programs. You will collaborate with artistic leadership, directors, producers, and external casting partners to develop diverse ensembles and ensure creative excellence.

Responsibilities include managing local Atlanta talent, fostering national casting relationships, and guiding development and education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge of nonprofit theater casting practices and Equity processes.
• Experience casting musicals, plays, workshops, and youth programming.
• Established relationships with national agents, managers, and casting professionals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to representing diverse Atlanta artists.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage casting for all Alliance Theatre productions and programming.
• Oversee casting for new work development initiatives and educational programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local arts organizations and education partners.
• Actively participate in open call sessions and national casting discussions.
• Ensure compliance with Actors' Equity/LORT and TYA contracts.

Skills

Equity casting

Nonprofit theater knowledge

National casting partnerships

Local talent advocacy

Strong communication

Job description

The Alliance Theatre, part of The Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, seeks a dynamic Casting Director to lead casting across its productions and programs. You will collaborate with artistic leadership, directors, producers, and external casting partners to develop diverse ensembles and ensure creative excellence.

Responsibilities include managing local Atlanta talent, fostering national casting relationships, and guiding development and education initiatives.