Theater Managing Director: Strategy, Ops & Growth

Playwright Co; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Playwright Co. seeks a Managing Director to lead strategic planning, oversee administration, and manage financial and production operations. The role collaborates with the artistic director, staff, and Board to execute the season and ensure organizational success.

Responsibilities include budgeting, fundraising, marketing, and compliance. The position requires strong leadership, relationship management, and excellent communication skills to guide a dynamic theater company through strategic

Qualifications

• A college degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership and management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning with artistic leadership, staff, and Board.
• Oversee daily administrative operations and season execution.
• Manage personnel: recruiting, coaching, performance, and training.
• Supervise payroll, budgeting, audits, and financial reporting.
• Develop yearly production calendar and insurance management.
• Oversee marketing, ticketing strategy, and communications.
• Lead development, donor relations, grants, and fundraising.
• Maintain board relations and monthly progress reports.
• Ensure facility compliance and license management.
• Support production process and liaise with Actors’ Equity.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Playwright Co. seeks a Managing Director to lead strategic planning, oversee administration, and manage financial and production operations. The role collaborates with the artistic director, staff, and Board to execute the season and ensure organizational success.

Responsibilities include budgeting, fundraising, marketing, and compliance. The position requires strong leadership, relationship management, and excellent communication skills to guide a dynamic theater company through strategic