SaskExpress, the province’s premiere musical theatre company is currently looking for our next Artistic Director.

Full Time The Artistic

Director (AD) is the senior artistic leader of Saskatchewan Express Society Inc. Reporting to the Board of Directors and working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Studio Directors, staff, contractors and volunteers, the AD is responsible for the artistic vision, programming, and creative leadership of SaskExpress across its two studio locations, and touring production group. The AD ensures that SaskExpress delivers highquality, innovative, and communityfocused musical theatre experiences that reflect the organization’s mission and provincial reach.

The AD oversees artistic staff, instructors, choreographers, directors, and production personnel, and works closely with administrative leadership to ensure artistic excellence is balanced with operational and financial sustainability. Governance & Reporting Relationship Collaborates with the Executive Director to align artistic programming with organizational goals, financial realities, and community needs. Serves as the key advisor on artistic policy, programming direction, and longterm artistic strategy.

Develop and articulate a explicit artistic vision for SaskExpress that reflects its mandate as a provincial musical theatre company. Lead the artistic planning for all productions, performances, and creative initiatives across both studios. Ensure programming reflects the organization’s mission, values, artistic excellence, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Stay informed of emerging trends in musical theatre,



dance, and arts education to keep SaskExpress current and innovative.

Represent

SaskExpress’ artistic values to the public, partners, and stakeholders.

Seasonal

Productions (Youth & Adult) Oversee the artistic development, planning, and execution of all seasonal productions Select or approve show titles, creative teams, choreographers, directors, and designers. Cast productions in collaboration with creative staff; Supervise all artistic elements including choreography, staging, music direction, design, and performance quality. Attend rehearsals, production meetings, technical rehearsals, and performances as required.

Work with studio managers and instructors to ensure highquality training in all aspects of musical theatre. (dance, voice, acting, stagecraft) Teach classes, workshops, or rehearsals as appropriate. Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate artistic staff including choreographers, directors, instructors, designers, and guest artists. Ensure clear communication of artistic expectations, rehearsal schedules, and production policies.

Community

Engagement & Representation Serve as a public ambassador for SaskExpress’ artistic work. Build and maintain relationships with artists, arts organizations,



schools, community partners, and funders. Promote and advocate SaskExpress’ role as a leader in musical theatre training and performance in Saskatchewan.

Administrative & Operational Collaboration Participate in season planning, scheduling, and resource allocation. Provide artistic input for grant applications, fundraising initiatives, and strategic planning. Ensure compliance with safety, equity, and professional standards in all artistic activities.

Recommend capital purchases related to artistic programming Ensure administrative responsibilities and reports are completed and submitted in a timely fashion Minimum 7–10 years of experience in artistic leadership, directing, choreography, or arts education within a theatre or performing arts organization.

Experience working with youth and adult performers in both training and production settings. Demonstrated experience producing or directing musical theatre.

Experience with touring productions or multisite programming is an asset. Strong artistic vision and understanding of musical theatre, dance, and performance training. Script development, writing and adaption Knowledge of production processes, design disciplines, and technical theatre.

Ability to work collaboratively with administrative leadership and creative teams. Fulltime position based in Regina, Saskatchewan. Evening and weekend work required during rehearsals, performances, and touring periods.

Travel required for touring, community engagement, and studio oversight. #

📌 Temporary Artistic Director (Regina)
🏢 SaskExpress Theatre
📍 Regina