Director: Fall Theater Production

This professional oversees and manages the production of the fall play

Primary Responsibilities

• Selecting the fall play in collaboration with school administration, making sure the selection is appropriate for a Catholic Central audience
• Working with school administration to maintain the appropriate budget
• Conduct auditions (ideally in May) to build the cast
• Begin play rehearsals in early August, coaching students toward an excellent high school theater production
• Securing and collaborating with set construction crew, lighting designer, sound designer, and costumer
• Supervising students and practices and performances, prioritizing their safety in accordance with diocesan standards
• Holding high standards and appropriate boundaries with students
• Communicating with students and parents in a professional and safe manner according to diocesan policy
• Holding supporting professionals accountable for the same high standards in working with students, families, and colleagues, including those from other organizations
• Communicating and collaborating with the staff of the Performing Arts Center at Aquinas College Circle Theater, and West Catholic High School
• As needed, attend the biannual PAC meeting to advocate for the needs of Catholic Central’s theater program
• Coordinate publicity for the show
• Coordinating with Catholic Central’s Director of Enrollment, the Diocesan transportation team, and partner school principals on any performance attendance requests
• Making decisions and communicating in ways that reflect positively on the Catholic Central community
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

The Director shall be a person who is organized, detail-oriented, engaging, and facilitates growth and collaboration inside and outside of the institution. Additionally:

• Previous experience in high school theater productions preferred
• Practicing Catholic preferred

Competencies

• Organization and management skills
• Engaging and approachable
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Able to balance and prioritize a variety of priorities

To Apply

Qualified candidates interested in joining the Catholic Central community should submit an application, resume, letter of introduction, college transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable), and contact information for three professional references to:

Jen Quint, Administrative Assistant, at [email protected]
Review of applicants will begin immediately.