Theater Director (Deerfield Theaters Fall 2026 production)
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Job Location:
Deerfield, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 2500 - 3000
Posted on:
25-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DIRECTOR (Deerfield Theaters Fall 2026 production)
Help us bring the creative vision of Deerfield Theaters fall 2026 production of aperennial favorite holiday show to life!
A Facility of the Deerfield Park District
Plan and run rehearsals for our full-scale theatrical production of aperennial favorite holiday show!The Director will set the artistic vision for the production and help bring all the pieces of the production process together. Lead auditions and cast the show in August for our November 2026 production!
We are looking for:
Part Time (Seasonal) Several evenings during the week and weekend hours as scheduled.
Pay rate: $2500.00-3000.00 stipend DOE
Essential Functions Include:
- Knowledgeable in all aspects of the theatrical production process including lighting sound costumes and acting technique
- Interprets the script relays vision to the production team
- Collaborates with designers and production staff
- Leads the Music Director and Choreographer (as applicable) in the casting of the show
- Plans rehearsals. Works with the Stage Manager to create the rehearsal calendar within the scope of the production calendar provided by the Cultural Arts and Special Events Supervisor.
- Guide cast of actors in their work during rehearsals. Stages the show.
- Articulates clear artistic vision to the team.
- Prepared to spend the necessary preparation time to arrive ready for each rehearsal
- Participate in any and all marketing and social media campaigns to help sell tickets for the show
- Collaborative working style
- Strong organizational skills
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Previous directing experience required
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills coupled with strong communication skills having the ability to represent the Deerfield Park District in a professional manner.
- Advanced education or training in theatre acting or directing preferred
Benefits: N/A
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
- Coaching
- Analysis Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- negotiation
- Supervising Experience
About Company
The Deerfield Park District offers a wide variety of services and programs to residents, from theatrical performances to baseball.
