Job Description

Creative Evolutions is hiring: Studio East-Executive Director in Seattle

Job Description: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OPPORTUNITY
Please apply by August 1, 2025.

Studio East Training for the Performing Arts nurtures confident, compassionate, and responsible young people through theatre training. Founded on the belief that performing arts can positively impact childrens lives, the organization emphasizes discipline, dedication, and teamwork, fostering skills valuable throughout life.

Who We Are

Since 1992, Studio East has grown from a teen program to a prominent childrens theatre training organization in the Seattle area. We offer drama classes, summer camps, Mainstage productions, SchoolStage residencies, outreach classes, and operate a touring troupe, StoryBook Theater, serving over 70,000 annually. Our mission is to develop life skills through theatre, inspiring confidence, creativity, and community engagement.

Our Programs

• Drama Classes & Summer Camps: For ages 4-19, fostering confidence and creativity.
• Mainstage Productions: High-quality shows for students to perform and learn.
• School Programming: Residencies, enrichment classes, and productions for schools.
• StoryBook Theater: 55-minute musicals for children, performed regionally and in schools.

Facilities & Location

Our 17,530 sq ft facility in Kirkland includes a theatre, lobby, offices, studios, classrooms, and backstage areas. We are preparing for a future relocation, including community engagement and funding efforts.

Our Values & Community

We honor the Coast Salish People and strive to create an inclusive environmentwelcoming all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We believe theatre is a transformative cultural force that fosters skills and personal growth in young people.

What We Seek in an Executive Director

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, empathetic leader with strong fundraising, strategic vision, and community-building skills. They will foster a positive, inclusive culture, support staff development, and serve as a compelling ambassador for Studio East. Experience in arts, education, and community engagement is preferred.

Leadership Expectations

• Clear decision-making and conflict resolution.
• Change management and crisis leadership.
• People-centered approach, modeling healthy organizational culture.
• Operational strategy integration across departments.
• Partnership with the Board and accountability in leadership.
• Regional and national representation.

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Director will lead fundraising, community relations, and strategic planning, working closely with the Director of Education and Outreach and the Director of Artistic and Production. They will also collaborate with a new Director of Finance and Operations to ensure smooth internal functioning.

We seek a leader who can inspire, motivate, and build deep community roots, with a passion for arts and education.

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