The Circus Arts Conservatory is a 501(c)3 nonprofit performing arts educational organization committed to preserving and advancing the Circus Arts. The CAC provides world-class circus arts performances, youth training and education through its Circus Academy, education outreach programs in schools, and human service/humor therapy in hospitals and nursing homes. The CAC is one of the nation’s leading innovators of this unique art form and athletic endeavor, recognized by both the Smithsonian Institution and the National Endowment for the Arts. Employment with the CAC offers a unique opportunity for someone to play a critical role in ensuring the organization achieves its plans for sustainability and growth in alignment with its mission, vision and values.


Performing Artists

CAC produces professional circus performances and special events throughout the
year, creating opportunities for accomplished circus artists worldwide. We welcome submissions from professional artists across circus disciplines, including aerial, acrobatics, hand balancing, juggling, comedy, specialty acts and innovative performance concepts.

Whether you are an established artist or an emerging professional with an exceptional act, we invite you to introduce yourself to our artistic team.

Interested in performing with CAC?
Submit your biography, performance résumé, photos, video/reel, discipline and current
contact information for consideration for upcoming productions.


Professional Administrative Opportunities

The people behind the curtain are just as important to our success.

CAC is growing, and we are interested in meeting talented professionals who bring
energy, initiative and a commitment to excellence—particularly in:
● Outbound Sales & Audience/Partnership Development
● Philanthropy & Fundraising
● Operations & Administration

Some opportunities may be full-time positions, while others may be project-based,
seasonal or contract roles.


Coaching Staff

The CAC is also looking to expand its multi-level coaching staff in several areas, including

  • Tumbling
  • Hand Balancing
  • Gymnastics
  • Individual team and partner acrobatics
  • Specialty acts
  • Dance and movement
  • Aerials of every kind!

If you want to be part of a world class organization, an outstanding coaching team and bring your joy and extensive knowledge of circus and training to Sarasota, FL please send your resume to JMitchell@CircusArts.org


Don’t See the Right Opening?
Introduce yourself anyway.
Some of our best opportunities begin with meeting talented people before a specific position or production need arises. If you believe your experience, skills or ideas could contribute to CAC, we want to hear from you.

Perform. Create. Build. Grow.

Bring your talent to The Circus Arts Conservatory—and help us shape what’s next