The artistic director at Folkteatern is responsible for the overall artistic direction, repertoire, and expression of the theater. They must develop and implement a long-term artistic vision that is bold, relevant to the present world, and engaging for a diverse audience. Working closely with the CEO and other managers, the artistic director plays a key role in driving the theater towards its goals. Collaboration with various artistic and technical staff members is essential to create a creative work environment that supports different artistic styles and ensures high artistic quality.In addition to overseeing the artistic direction of the theater, the artistic director also has personnel responsibilities for the artistic staff, including permanent and freelance actors, dramaturgs, and artistic teams. They are responsible for managing the artistic department's salary budget and the theater's production budget. The artistic director plays a crucial role in ensuring that the theater remains an accessible theater with a high artistic standard and low thresholds for a wide range of audience groups. Reporting directly to the CEO, the artistic director is a key member of the management team and plays a vital role in shaping the future of the theater.