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North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC)Summer Youth Musical Theatre Program & Stage Director
Description :
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NEMPAC is seeking a Summer Youth Music Theatre Director for four weeks of full day, in-person workshops for a children's program ages 5 - 9. Students enrolled commit to a full-day program from 9 am - 4 pm. The students rotate in smaller groups through music, dance, theatre, and arts programming during the day. The teacher will stage a short script to the song selections made by the Music Director and / or Choreographer. The teacher will also manage and mentor 2-4 interns who have the capabilities to assist stage direct and / or stage manage. The teacher will be responsible for collaborating with the other staff, holding at least one pre-camp production meeting as well as communication with parents during the week. The teacher should love directing children, know how to keep the programming fun for all involved, work well with students ages 5 - 9, be an excellent communicator, and have experience as a children's stage director. This position is ideal for someone with excellent classroom management skills and an interest in working with younger students.
Dates / Times :
Monday - Thursday : 8 : 45 am - 4 : 15 pm
Friday : 8 : 30 am - 1 : 30 pm
35 hours / week
July 8 - 12 : Myths & Fables Extravaganza
July 15 - 19 : Alice in Wonderland
July 22 - 26 : Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
July 29 - August 2 : Harry Potter
August 5 - 9 : Frozen
Compensation : $900 - $950 / week DOE. W2.
Benefits : Access to practice space, and discounted tuition in any of our programs.
Responsibilities :
- Communicate with parents which include : welcome email two weeks prior to the program start with full details of the week’s activities, emails three times / week that include daily wrap-ups with pictures from the day and schedule for the next day, show reminders, activities of the day updates, etc.
- Stage and direct weekly musical shows
- Create programs and props for each weekly show, with the assistance of teen interns.
- Meet and manage support staff daily (1 morning music director, 1 afternoon choreographer, 2-4 high school interns)
- Mentor & delegate tasks and projects to interns as needed.
- Ensure Summer Workshop policies are always met and followed
- Create and run daily rehearsal schedules and oversee all activities & classroom management
- Ensure the safety of all students and staff
- Notify NEMPAC of any facility needs, concerns, or challenges
Qualifications :
How To Apply :
Email resume and letter of interest to the Educational Programs Director at acarufel@nempacboston.org with “Summer Musical Theatre Director” in the subject line by February 26, 2024.
Apply by : February 26, 2024
About this Organization :
NEMPAC MISSION : Rooted in Boston’s North End, our mission is to enrich lives through accessible, exceptional music education and performing arts programs that embrace our vibrant, inclusive, and diverse communities.
NEMPAC VISION : NEMPAC envisions dynamic Boston neighborhoods where music and performing arts fill the city with creativity, spark connections, and inspire us to be our best selves.
NEMPAC VALUES : Community, Creativity, Education, Excellence, Equity
GENERAL NEMPAC CONTACT INFORMATION :
info@nempacboston.org | 857-239-9997
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Salary : $900 - $950
