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Foothills Park & Recreation District Theater Director in Littleton, Colorado
Position: Theater Director - Youth Summer Theater Camp
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
Application Deadline: 5/8/2024
2024 Season: June 10-21, 2024
Rehearsals: 9am-3pm: Mon-Fri June 10-14, Mon-Thurs 17-20
Performance: Friday, June 21st at 6:30pm
Foothills is seeking a Director for the Foothills Youth Theater summer camp. This position is responsible for the overall direction of the full-length youth camp and performance including acting instruction, blocking, casting, and rehearsals. This position works under the direction of the Arts & Events Assistant and will work as a team with the stage manager and theater assistants. Must be available for the entire camp process including auditions, rehearsals and performances.
Responsible for all aspects of directing full-length productions including the overall vision; holding auditions and selecting the cast/assigning parts; running rehearsals and coordinating all staff and volunteers to put on the final product. Must be hands on at each rehearsal and work with every level; adapting direction techniques to meet the needs of participants. Responsible for communicating effectively between the team - including artistic staff, outside contractors, volunteers etc. Utilize any support staff including Arts & Events Assistant or Stage Manager to initiate and organize these communications. Assigns nonperforming students and volunteers to backstage production tasks, including but not limited to constructing, painting, moving scenery, operating stage light, and sound equipment. May direct activities of students involved in constructing, painting, and lighting scenery. Responsible for working within the production budget, clearly communicating set, prop and costume needs in advance to the Arts & Events Assistant. Be prepared, creative and energized when directing. Responsible for all communication between actors, parents and staff. Manage conflict among volunteers and/or staff; enforce safety and program rules, policies, and regulations. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Attend and participate in production meetings, staff meetings, training's, and orientations As a Part-Time Foothills employee, benefits include:
FREE use of our recreation/fitness centers, swimming pools, and ice arena
FREE drop-in fitness classes (includes but is not limited to yoga, Zumba and aerobic classes)
Golf discounts ($3-$14 for 9 holes depending on day of week, free driving range and more!)
Discounts on other recreation programs/classes
Flexible schedule
Accrued sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
Wellness Program- earn points for additional program discounts/free classes
Scholarship Program (eight $500 scholarships awarded per year)
Eligible to participate in 401(k) plan
About Us Creating Community, Enhancing Health, Inspiring Play! We fulfill our mission by providing a variety of recreational services, programs and activities for both youth and adults. We operate three recreation centers, two golf courses, a two-sheet ice arena, swimming pools, and two indoor sports facilities. In addition, we maintain 68 park sites and over 30 miles in trails. Joining our team means you will contribute to the well-being of your
Required Experience:
Our ideal candidate will have:
Bachelor's degree in Drama, Theater, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, andor Minimum of two (2) years experience directing or assistant directing full length productions. Experience supervising youth and/or musical direction of youth preferred. Professional experience in other theatrical areas of production (lighting, sound, set, etc) preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
CPR/AED and First Aid certifications preferred.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Must have knowledge of stage performance, stage-directing experie ce, and the ability to successfully work with youth and/or adults.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
95% of the work is performed outdoors, working in a park environment with frequent interruptions and distractions. Working outdoors with various temperatures, noisy environment and background noise.