Director of Theater Facilities

Hofstra University • Hempstead, NY

395d • $85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Director of Theater Facilities at Hofstra University is responsible for overseeing the creative and administrative aspects of the university's playhouse theater. This role involves managing theater productions, programming events, fostering community engagement, and supporting students' academic and artistic growth. The Director will collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to create a vibrant, inclusive, and high-quality theater experience that enriches campus life and engages the wider community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in theater management, arts administration, or a related field.
• Familiarity with technical theater production, including lighting, sound, and stage management.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, personnel, and facilities effectively.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in the arts.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Theater, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a higher education institution or with student-focused theater programs.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, fundraising, and community engagement.
• Experience with digital media and marketing strategies for theater and arts programming.
• Experience with scheduling software, such as 25Live.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees the selection, scheduling, and production of theater performances, including student, faculty, and guest productions.
• Leads the artistic vision for the theater, ensuring a diverse and inclusive range of performances that reflect the institution's values and academic mission.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to integrate the theater program with academic coursework and learning outcomes.
• Identifies and cultivates new opportunities for artistic collaborations with external artists, companies, and organizations, enhancing the theater's programming and expanding its network.
• Manages the theater's budget, including planning, monitoring, and ensuring fiscal responsibility, while exploring new revenue streams.
• Oversees theater operations, including facility management, facility rental contracts, technical production, audience engagement, and logistical planning for all events.
• Leads recruitment, hiring, and training of theater staff, including technical and production personnel, ushers and front of house staff, administrative support, and student assistants.
• Provides guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for students involved in theater programs.
• Collaborates with academic departments to create hands-on learning experiences and support curriculum development related to theater arts.
• Acts as a key liaison between the theater and community partners, including local arts organizations, alumni, businesses, donors and sponsors, in support of building relationships to strengthen community engagement.
• Develops and implements outreach initiatives to engage diverse community audiences and promote theater events on and off-campus.
• Supports fundraising activities, including grant applications, sponsorships, and donor relations, to support the theater's financial sustainability.
• Collaborates with marketing and communications teams to promote theater events, ensuring maximum visibility and audience engagement.
• Develops and oversees a comprehensive calendar of events, ensuring a balanced and engaging lineup of performances, workshops, and special events.
• Utilizes digital and social media platforms to expand the theater's reach and engage diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents
• Retirement plan with University contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree