Music Director and Producer - MSK Musical

MUSIC DIRECTOR AND PRODUCER - MSK MUSICAL

Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.StipendThe annual middle school musical seeks to positively impact a child's academic performance, assist in developing social skills, and provide an outlet for creativity that is crucial to a child's development. Music education catapults a child's learning to new heights, and because of this, it should always be considered a pivotal part of a child's educational process. When kids participate in musical theater, they can focus on their creativity through music, movement, and artistry. This allows kids to learn valuable skills like vocal technique and dance choreography that will help them later in life when auditioning for school plays or other extracurricular activities.Reports to:

PrincipalQualifications:Knowledge of music and music instructionKnowledge of legal process with securing rights to a showKnowledge of financing a productionResponsibilities:Organizing a group of colleagues or staffOrganizing a group of studentsHolding meetings for student groupsDirecting/conducting public performancesOrganizing transportationManaging budget requestsBooking venuesCoordinating schedules with adults and studentsFielding questions and serving as liaison for the musical team to the RSU 21 familiesEnsuring performances abide by legal/copyright requirementsTeaching musicHiring pit musiciansHandling finances from ticket salesMarketing productionsFundraising eventsCoordinating merchandise sales for the productionCore Competencies:Student-centered:

you keep student's needs central to every action you take and decision you make; you never lose sight of students' needs as the district's focal point and North Star.Relationship-oriented:

you recognize the deep importance that relationships with colleagues and stakeholders play in our work; you build rapport and trust with others; you're comfortable with and adept at navigating a diversity of personalities and work styles.A team mentality:

you view your work as supporting the whole and integral to team effectiveness.Flexible:

you accept the fluidity of evolving priorities; you are open to changes and ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities; you adapt quickly as new priorities emerge.Strong communicator:

you excel at verbal and written communication, and use both to engage internally and externally with confidence and effectiveness; your presence and communication skills enable you to advocate effectively for your team and your work.Detail-oriented and organized:

you care about attention to detail and sweat the small stuff; you produce work that is methodical, informed, and precise; colleagues can count on you to follow through and close communication loops.Role model:

you lead by example and a strong moral code about how to do right by students and staff; students and staff admire your integrity, follow your example and learn from your approach and decision-making (which you make transparent).Demonstrates critical judgment and sound decision-making:

you apply informed judgment to resolve difficult issues; you confront emerging challenges and recommend thoughtful, creative, and impactful solutions.Embraces diversity:

you value a diversity of perspectives, styles, and beliefs; you understand the difference between tolerance and inclusion.Reasonable Accommodations:

RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.Terms of Employment:

Salary to be established by the board.This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is secured.Revised Date: 9/16/24

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