Casting Director

About the position

The Alliance Theater Casting Director is a dynamic, collaborative, and visionary member of the artistic team, leading casting strategy and execution across the organization’s full artistic portfolio. Working in close partnership with the Artistic Directors, Casting Associate, directors, producers, stage management, artistic staff, and external casting collaborators, the Casting Director oversees all casting activities for productions, workshops, developmental programs, artistic presentations, and institutional initiatives across the Alliance Theatre.\nThis role requires deep knowledge of the Atlanta artistic community and a strong commitment to cultivating meaningful relationships with Atlanta-based performers, agents, educators, and arts organizations. In parallel, the Casting Director strategically manages national casting relationships by maintaining and expanding the Alliance Theatre’s established partnerships with NYC casting offices and other industry collaborators.\nThe Casting Director serves as a key artistic ambassador for the institution, helping to build ensembles and creative collaborations that reflect the Alliance Theatre’s commitment to artistic excellence, innovation and service.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage casting for all Alliance Theatre productions and programming, including but not limited to: The Coca-Cola Stage (LORT B), The Hertz Stage (LORT D), The Goizueta Stage for Youth and Family (TYA), Theatre for the Very Young (TVYA) and other Educational InitiativesOversee casting for all new work development initiatives and artistic presentations, including but not limited to: The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Festival, The Reiser Atlanta Artists Lab Festival, Workshops, readings, labs, and developmental residencies, Artistic presentations for Engagement programming, Alliance Theatre and Woodruff Arts Center Board meetings and other development eventsMaintain strong familiarity with Atlanta-based actors, musicians, and multidisciplinary performersActively advocate for local talent within casting conversations and creative team discussionsAttend local productions, showcases, universities, conservatories, and community events to identify emerging artistsBuild relationships with local arts organizations, educators, training programs, and artist networksLead and attend the Alliance Theatre’s established open call sessionsDevelop new and innovative strategies to increase access for Atlanta-based performers and historically underrepresented artistsHelp cultivate sustainable artistic pathways for local performers into Alliance productions and the broader national theater fieldServe as the primary liaison between the Alliance and external casting offices, strengthening collaborative relationships with the Alliance Theatre’s established NYC casting offices and national industry partners.Align casting strategies with producing models that include co-productions, transfers, and commercially enhanced development.Ensure compliance with Actors' Equity/LORT and TYARequirements

Significant knowledge of nonprofit theater casting practices and Equity processesExperience casting musicals, plays, developmental workshops, and youth programmingEstablished relationships with national agents, managers, and casting professionalsStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated commitment to artist representation that reflects the city of AtlantaAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced artistic environmentPassion for new work development and collaborative artistic processNice-to-haves

A Joyful spirit excited by the opportunity to contribute to one of the country’s leading regional theaters during a period of significant artistic growth, innovation and radical service.