Head of the Artistic Administration Office (m/f/d) for "Theater Aalen"

Aalen is a modern industrial city in the Swabian Ostalb region, located between Stuttgart and Nuremberg. It is home to a university, a theater, and a wide range of sports and recreational activities, and has a population of approximately 70,000. For the Aalen City Theater, we are seeking a Director of the Artistic Office (m/f/d) for the 2026/2027 season, starting November 1, 2026

A Head of the Artistic Administration Office (m/f/d)

The Aalen City Theater is a highly innovative and dynamic municipal theater with a venue in the heart of the city. Since 2020, the Kulturbahnhof and the surrounding neighborhood have evolved into a vibrant hub for art and culture in the region. Another venue, the Studiobühne, is located in the historic city center in the Old City Hall. With a very broad range of theatrical offerings, including many premieres and world premieres, community theater, and theater for children and youth, the theater attracts around 30,000 audience members annually.

Job Description:

• Preparing rehearsal, annual, and space schedules

• Preparing and coordinating daily and weekly schedules

• Preparing casting and production plans

• Coordinating temporary staff and cleaning crews

• Organizing guest performances and supporting artists

• Serving as the central point of contact for external and internal inquiries, complaint management

• Coordinating performance and on-call duties

• Preparing and taking minutes for planning meetings

• Coordinating, coordination, and communication of schedules with and to all parties involved

We offer:

• An interesting and varied range of responsibilities in the cultural sector

• A team-oriented work environment that fosters personal responsibility and creative freedom

• Opportunities for personal growth through internal and external professional development programs

• The option to work from home, as well as a travel allowance for public transportation/Deutschlandticket, a job bike subsidy

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications—regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.

Please submit your detailed application by October 4, 2026.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications

• Strong communication skills, with a command of written language and style

• Creativity, organizational skills, and a confident and friendly demeanor

• High level of resilience, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work well in a team

• Proficiency in relevant computer programs and KOKOS.event as well as artistic sensitivity

• High level of commitment and flexibility, willingness to work flexible hours typical of the theater industry (irregular shifts, work on Sundays and holidays), Average weekly work hours: 40

• Enthusiasm for the medium of theater