Musical Theatre Directors/Choreographers
Description
AMDA is specifically seeking directors and/or choreographers with diverse experience directing and/or choreographing Musical Theatre Performances.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain and execute curriculum as it relates to the Musical Theatre Graduation Performance Syllabus (MTP275) or the Musical Theatre AC Performance (MTP300)
- Utilize and apply established AMDA Musical Theatre curriculum and terminology when rehearsing with students
- Engage students in the developmental process, and build/cater the show to everyone’s unique strengths
- Reflect professional industry standards in the rehearsal room
- Create and maintain a student-centered environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
- Direct and/or choreograph a student-centered production which emphasizes the strengths of each individual
- Evaluate progress of students concerning educational matters and grade student work
- Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics in both the LMS (Canvas) platform, communications, and in-person
- Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
- Maintain accurate academic records
- Utilize the Canvas platform to encourage student engagement and information
- Consistent communication and accurate reporting to both students and supervisors
- Contribute to the school community, including:
- Committee Participation
- Active Engagement in required trainings and initiatives
- Viewing of student performances
● Uphold AMDA’s core values of equity and inclusion in all aspects of the production, including both casting and the development of the project, and a commitment to an environment of student safety and support
Qualifications:
- Directing and/or Choreographing musical theatre performances at a professional, conservatory, institution of secondary education and/or higher education setting at the undergraduate and graduate level
- Master's degree (preferred) or Bachelor's degree (required) in a related field; commensurate performance/professional experience will be considered
- Preferred that candidates have relevant teaching experience in a higher education setting
- Experience with Canvas LMS preferred
- An appreciation for the traditions of a performing arts academic setting
- Demonstrates leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
- Demonstrates strong understanding of storytelling in the directing/staging/choreography of musical numbers
- Demonstrated strong understanding of dramaturgy and dramatic structure when building a cohesive show
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches with the effective use of technology
- Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning
- Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Have a commitment and sensitivity to, as well as an understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning and rehearsing styles
Eligibility Requirements - Performance Credentials
- AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by having students learn from "working faculty." Applicants must have performance experience within the industry; preference will be given to instructors with recent/current performance credits
- Experience with a variety of styles and periods is a plus
- Experience with musical theatre structure, dramaturgy and development is a plus
Position Information:
- The pay range for this position is $40-$59 per teaching hour
- $35 per auxiliary hour
- This position is a part-time (less than 29 hours per week), in-person commitment. All candidates must reside in the New York area or be willing to relocate. AMDA will not provide a relocation package.
- This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.
Diversity and Qualifications:
AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.