Summer Theatre Director

Camp Schodack is looking for a friendly, caring, and energetic professional to join our fast-paced and fun team. The Summer Theatre Director will be responsible for two major performances during the summer: the first, a Broadway Junior musical from Music Theatre International, and the second, a revue. This is a demanding and rewarding role that is an essential part of our summer team and the Schodack community. The position reports to the Activity Counselor Supervisor.

Location: Beautiful 40 Krouner Rd, Nassau, NY 12123 Dates: June 19, 2025 - August 9, 2025

Responsibilities:

First Show: Broadway Junior Show

• Show selection occurs prior to the summer.
• Camp will provide scripts, director notes, music, and choreography (these materials are provided by a professional company for a fee).
• The Broadway Junior show is scheduled for the third week of camp.
• Typical length: 50 to 70 minutes (two showings: one in the afternoon and one at night).
• Cast and crew size: approximately 40 to 70 campers.
• All campers who audition are guaranteed a role in the show.
• Additional campers may choose not to audition but can join the tech crew.

Second Show: Revue

• Scheduled for the second week of the second session (session starts July 20, 2025).
• Each revue has a theme that ties together different acts into a cohesive show.
• Cast and crew size: approximately 40 to 70 campers.
• All campers who audition are guaranteed a role in an act for the revue.
• Additional campers may choose not to audition but can join the tech crew.
• Typical length: 50 to 70 minutes (two showings: one in the afternoon and one at night).

Additional Information and Responsibilities

• Spring 2025: Work with the Camp Director to prepare for the production (selecting play/musical, reviewing budget, securing props, costumes, etc. as needed).
• Planning, designing, and implementing costumes, sets, lights, and sound (an outside company provides professional sound support for leads).
• Managing the show budgets.
• Scheduling and supervising auditions, rehearsals, and run-throughs.
• Designing the program and working with the main office to ensure timely printing.
• Maintaining the tidiness of the stage and backstage areas.
• Attending scheduled meetings with the supervisor and keeping them informed of show progress.
• Writing a highlight article for the summer yearbook (examples and tips provided at camp).
• Giving end-of-season and first-session awards to campers who have participated most enthusiastically.
• Completing end-of-season paperwork, including making program recommendations for the following year.

Job Skills and Requirements:

• Experience in theatre and musical theatre instruction.
• Enthusiastic about working with children.
• Creative with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Warm, caring personality.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Must be professional, reliable, and enthusiastic.
• Must be available for the required summer dates.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to provide solid and relevant references upon request.
• All successful applicants are subject to a background check.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $850.00 per week

Shift:

• 4 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Nassau, NY 12123 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $850