PT DRAMA PRODUCTION DIRECTOR (REMAINDER OF SCHOOL YEAR)

Essex Westford School District is seeking a Drama Program Director for their school productions for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year at Essex High School. Productions are anticipated to be a One Act or full play or musical experience, and also leading and supporting a student-directed and student-staged performance.

We are seeking a candidate that can foster a positive and productive learning environment for high school students as the school continues to navigate the challenges created with COVID-19.

Specifically, we are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

• Skills and experience to create a positive learning environment.
  
• Recognize the challenges COVID-19 presents and have the ability to be flexible.
  
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of theater, including directing, set design, stage lighting, sound, costume, acting and acting techniques.
  
• Can read, artistically interpret, and communicate a coherent understanding of a play.
  
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  
• Enjoys collaborating with students and adults during all stages of production.
  
• Willingness to work with students and adults who have a range of experience and abilities.
  
• Experience in promotions and in fundraising.
  

Duties and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Research, analyze, interpret, and recommend stage productions for administrative approval which are appropriate to school/community standards.
  
• Communicate artistic vision for all productions.
  
• Direct, guide, and supervise all after school drama productions.
  
• Supervise and guide student directed children's play.
  
• Assist administration in recommending for hire various positions associated with productions.
  
• Be present to supervise employees, adult volunteers, and students during all aspects of production including but not limited to acting, music, dance, set design/construction, tech and costumes rehearsals.
  
• Manage Drama Club budget and activities/fundraising accounts, including building budget with Fine Arts Extra-Curricular Director, purchase requests, stipends for consultants/independent contractors, activities checking account, and production rental/royalty fees.
  
• Advertise and promote all productions throughout the community.
  
• Coordinate fundraising efforts for drama club activities, regional and state competitions.
  
• Arrange for taping of all theater performances, collecting money for duplication of recording.
  
• Establish rehearsal and performance schedules while reserving production space.
  
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of costumes, props, sets, lights, tech equipment, and theater property pre-production and post-production.
  
• Coordinate and supervise tear down after all productions.
  
• Ensure all school policies, rules, and procedures are followed.
  
• Work with After School Drama Club Coordinator, Director of Athletics and Activities, and school administration to assure students are meeting academic and behavioral requirements in order to participate in co-curricular activities.
  

Click Here for a copy of the job description.

EWSD is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and are expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. If you are committed to the success of all students but do not meet all qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

The Drama Production Director is expected to be present at all rehearsals and productions. The position pays a stipend of $6917 for the rest of this school year.

Interested candidates are required to apply electronically through www.schoolspring.com. Only completed applications will be considered.

Position Type: After school/Evening
Positions Available: 1
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At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

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Contact Information Donald Van Nostrand, Co-Principal
2 Educational Drive
Essex Jct, Vermont 05452
Phone: 802-857-7126
Fax: 802-879-5503
Email: dvannostrand@ewsd.org