Kavinoky Theatre - Creative Clinic Program Director, Part Time

D'Youville University•Buffalo, NY

2d•$45,000 - $48,750•Onsite

About The Position

The Creative Clinic Program Director is a temporary, part-time position under the administration of the Kavinoky Theatre. The PD is responsible for recruiting and training the Creative Clinic ensemble as well as coordinating workshops with internal and external constituents based on the Creative Clinic curriculum. The PD will be a professional theater practitioner with experience as a teaching artist. Preferred qualifications include supplemental trainings in areas such as Theatrical Intimacy, Standardized Patients, Improvisation, or other specialized focus in embodied theater practice.

Requirements

BA or BFA in Theater or Related Field (Required)
Professional theater practitioner with teaching artist experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of professional performance experience.
Experience working with diverse communities or interdisciplinary programs.
Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative, ensemble-based creative work.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills.
Commitment to equity, access, and inclusive artistic practice.
Communication. Share information in a tactful, timely, and specific manner. Highly skilled in verbal and non-verbal communication as well as written.
Organizational Skills. Maintain accurate, thorough, and specific records. Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Ability to use appropriate tools to execute tasks.
Compassion. Deals courteously and effectively with patrons and staff. Flexible and dependable.
Initiative. Capable of problem solving through appropriate channels.
Reliability. Dependable presence in the office and with consistent high-quality customer service
In Person. Work is performed on site at the D’Youville Kavinoky Theatre in Buffalo, NY. May require some evening availability.
Must be able to occasionally bend, twist, or scoop.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time while using a computer.

Nice To Haves

Supplemental training or certifications in one or more of the following: Theatrical Intimacy Standardized Patients Improvisation Embodied or applied theater practices
Master's in Theater or Related Field

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Development Serve as the primary manager and artistic leader of The D’Youville Creative Clinic.
Develop, implement, and oversee program structure, curriculum delivery, and rehearsal processes.
Collaborate with Kavinoky Theatre leadership to ensure alignment with organizational mission and values.
Ensemble Recruitment & Training Recruit, audition, interview, hire, and train 5–7 Creative Clinic Ensemble artists.
Build a cohesive ensemble reflective of the diverse demographics of Western New York.
Design and lead specialized training in The Creative Clinic curriculum for ensemble members.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and trauma-informed creative environment.
Artistic & Educational Practice Lead embodied, participatory theater practices that may include improvisation, role-play, and performance-based methodologies.
Adapt teaching methods for diverse learning styles, experience levels, and community contexts.
Maintain professional standards of care, consent, and ethical practice.
Administration & Collaboration Coordinate scheduling, documentation, and reporting related to program activities.
Communicate regularly with the Executive Artistic Director regarding program progress, needs, and outcomes.
Support evaluation and assessment efforts as needed for funders or partners.