Director Submissions - 2026-2027 Season

New Oak Theatre; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid directing roles

Job summary

New Oak Theatre in Savannah, GA is seeking experienced theatre directors for its 2026-2027 season. Submissions are invited from artists with a clear artistic vision, strong communication, and collaborative leadership.

All directing positions are paid and compensation varies by production scale. Submit a professional directing resume, portfolio or website, photos/videos, a director's statement outlining your approach, and references.

Qualifications

• Professional directing resume is required.
• Portfolio or website showcasing previous productions.
• Photos/videos from past directed works (if available).
• Director's statement outlining your artistic approach.
• References from previous collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate artistic vision for the production.
• Lead rehearsal process with actors.
• Collaborate with design team and production staff.
• Work within production timeline and budget.

Skills

Artistic vision

Leadership

Communication

Collaborative approach

Job description

New Oak Theatre is accepting director submissions for our 2026-2027 season!

New Oak Theatre is dedicated to producing professional theatrical productions in Savannah, Georgia. We seek directors who share our commitment to honest, intimate, and transformative live theatre.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We seek experienced directors with strong artistic vision, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to theatrical storytelling. Our season includes classic dramas, contemporary plays, and musical

DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and communicate artistic vision for the production
• Lead rehearsal process with actors
• Collaborate with design team and production staff
• Work within production timeline and budget

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Professional directing resume
• Portfolio or website showcasing previous productions
• Photos/videos from past directed works (if available)
• Director's statement outlining your artistic approach
• References from previous collaborators

COMPENSATION

All directing positions are paid. Compensation varies by production scale and complexity. We are committed to fair compensation for our artistic team.

LOCATION

Productions take place in Savannah, GA

QUESTIONS?

For questions about directing opportunities or our upcoming season, please email [e-mail]