Casting Director

The Woodruff Arts Center; United States; In loco; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

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The Woodruff Arts Center’s Alliance Theatre seeks a Casting Director to lead casting strategy across productions, workshops, and educational initiatives, building relationships with Atlanta-based artists and national casting partners.

The role requires deep knowledge of nonprofit theater casting practices and Equity processes, with a focus on developing ensembles that reflect Atlanta’s vibrant artistic community.

Competenze

• Significant knowledge of nonprofit theater casting practices and Equity processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced artistic environment.
• Experience casting musical, plays, developmental workshops, and youth programming.

Mansioni

• Lead and manage casting for all Alliance Theatre productions and programming, including multiple stages and educational initiatives.
• Oversee casting for new work development initiatives and artistic presentations.
• Maintain strong familiarity with Atlanta-based actors, educators, and arts organizations, and build relationships with national agents and casting offices.
• Ensure compliance with Actors’ Equity/LORT and TYA Qualifications.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Local casting knowledge

National casting partnerships

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Woodruff Arts Center employees play an integral role in creating and supporting great art and education initiatives at the nation’s third largest arts center. Comprised of three Art Partners—Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and High Museum of Art—there’s a role for everyone at The Woodruff. Reports to: Controller and Head of Administration FLSA: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Employment Status: Regular/Full time

The Alliance Theatre is committed to deeply expansive outreach and recruitment in all areas of our work, including play selection, casting, marketing and public relations efforts, education programs, engagement of staff and volunteers, and the composition of the Board of Directors. We are committed to building a widely representative workplace that reflects our city of Atlanta and encourage all applicants who are committed to contributing to an allied work environment to apply for a role with us without feeling they need to meet every single qualification of the position. Necessary accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Alliance Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, class, religion, country of origin, political belief, (dis)ability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any factor protected by law.

POSTION SUMMARY

The Alliance Theater Casting Director is a dynamic, collaborative, and visionary member of the artistic team, leading casting strategy and execution across the organization’s full artistic portfolio. Working in close partnership with the Artistic Directors, Casting Associate, directors, producers, stage management, artistic staff, and external casting collaborators, the Casting Director oversees all casting activities for productions, workshops, developmental programs, artistic presentations, and institutional initiatives across the Alliance Theatre. This role requires deep knowledge of the Atlanta artistic community and a strong commitment to cultivating meaningful relationships with Atlanta-based performers, agents, educators, and arts organizations. In parallel, the Casting Director strategically manages national casting relationships by maintaining and expanding the Alliance Theatre’s established partnerships with NYC casting offices and other industry collaborators. The Casting Director serves as a key artistic ambassador for the institution, helping to build ensembles and creative collaborations that reflect the Alliance Theatre’s commitment to artistic excellence, innovation and service.

Primary Responsibilities

Production Casting Leadership

• Lead and manage casting for all Alliance Theatre productions and programming, including but not limited to: The Coca-Cola Stage (LORT B) The Hertz Stage (LORT D) The Goizueta Stage for Youth and Family (TYA) Theatre for the Very Young (TVYA) and other Educational Initiatives

New Work Development & Artistic Programs

• Oversee casting for all new work development initiatives and artistic presentations, including but not limited to: The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Festival The Reiser Atlanta Artists Lab Festival Workshops, readings, labs, and developmental residencies Artistic presentations for Engagement programming Alliance Theatre and Woodruff Arts Center Board meetings and other development events

Local Talent Advocacy

• The Alliance Theatre is committed to being Atlanta’s National Theater — deeply rooted in and accountable to the artistic community of Atlanta.
• The Casting Director will: Maintain strong familiarity with Atlanta-based actors, musicians, and multidisciplinary performers
• Actively advocate for local talent within casting conversations and creative team discussions
• Attend local productions, showcases, universities, conservatories, and community events to identify emerging artists
• Build relationships with local arts organizations, educators, training programs, and artist networks
• Lead and attend the Alliance Theatre’s established open call sessions
• Develop new and innovative strategies to increase access for Atlanta-based performers and historically underrepresented artists
• Help cultivate sustainable artistic pathways for local performers into Alliance productions and the broader national theater field

National Casting Partnerships

• The Casting Director will serve as the primary liaison between the Alliance and external casting offices, strengthening collaborative relationships with the Alliance Theatre’s established NYC casting offices and national industry partners. They will align casting strategies with producing models that include co-productions, transfers, and commercially enhanced development.

Actors Equity Association

• The Casting Director will ensure compliance with Actors' Equity/LORT and TYA Qualifications
• Significant knowledge of nonprofit theater casting practices and Equity processes
• Experience casting musical, plays, developmental workshops, and youth programming
• Established relationships with national agents, managers, and casting professionals
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to artist representation that reflects the city of Atlanta
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced artistic environment
• Passion for new work development and collaborative artistic process
• A Joyful spirit excited by the opportunity to contribute to one of the country’s leading regional theaters during a period of significant artistic growth, innovation and radical service.

About the Woodruff Arts Center

The Woodruff Arts Center is one of the largest arts centers in the world, home to the Tony Award-winning Alliance Theatre, the Grammy Award-winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and the High Museum of Art, the leading art museum in the Southeast. Over 800,000 patrons travel to The Woodruff for outstanding theatre, music and exhibitions each year.