Musicals Program Director

Date Posted: 10/25/2024
Position Type: Contract
Location: Based out of Project Success Headquarters in Minneapolis, MN

Project Success is looking for a director for our musical production of Moana Jr. at Anwatin Middle School. This is an independent contractor position.
 
Project Success is a nonprofit youth development organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 16,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.
 
Project Success produces musicals at four Minneapolis Public middle schools: Sanford, Northeast, Andersen United, and Anwatin. We cast 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in each show. Our students come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of theatrical experience. For many, the Project Success musical at their school is their first opportunity to be in a show! We utilize the power of theater to inspire, build community, act as a springboard for discussion, and encourage students to tell their own stories.

Core Job Responsibilities 

Theatrical Direction:

  • Overseeing the artistic vision and direction of the production
  • Assist with running auditions and casting the show alongside the Senior Program Manager – Musicals
  • Create effective and efficient rehearsal schedules weekly
  • Develop and teach blocking for all scenes and select musical numbers
  • Foster and empower students’ talents and confidence
  • Create an inclusive and accessible environment at rehearsal

Communication:

  • Work in close collaboration with the Music Director, Assistant Director, Choreographer, Technical Director, and Senior Program Manager – Musicals
  • Build and nurture trusting relationships with students
  • This contract position reports to the Senior Program Manager – Musicals

Schedule

  • Rehearsals after school, Monday through Friday, from 3:20 pm – 5:40 pm (5 days a week)
  • Four tech rehearsals from 3:20 pm – 6:40 pm
  • Two performance dates including two school matinees and two evening performances
  • Additional time commitment of 1-3 hours per week to plan actor blocking, create weekly rehearsal schedules, make production documents (e.g., mic lists, prop needs), and attend a production meeting the week before auditions. More details regarding scheduling are to be discussed during the interview process.

    Anwatin Dates
  • Auditions: March 25th
  • Rehearsals: Monday, April 7th – Thursday, May 29th
  • Tech rehearsals: Friday, May 23rd & Tuesday, May 27th – Thursday, May 29th
  • Performances: Friday, May 30th and Saturday, May 31st

Position Details

  • Independent contractor position
  • $3,250 – $3,800 Stipend, commensurate with experience
  • Must be able to pass a background check

To Apply

Please email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org, addressed to Katie Langemo, Senior Program Manager – Musicals:

  • Resume
  • A few sentences stating why you are interested in the position
  • Where you heard about us and/or found the job posting

To learn more, visit: https://www.projectsuccess.org/join-our-team/

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