Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Lancaster, PA
US

CONTACT NAME

JP Meyer

DESCRIPTION

Primary Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

· Musical responsibilities:

o Responsible for accompanying all rehearsals and conducting/playing all performances.

§ An Associate Conductor may be hired to assist with some performances (1-2 per week)

o Responsible for all score preparation including any cuts, orchestrations, or alterations as required.

o Responsible for teaching and instructing the music to all cast members and orchestra musicians.

o Responsible for assisting the Director, Choreographer, and Production Staff in the appropriate interpretation of the score.

o Lead recording sessions when required.

· Supervisory responsibilities:

o In conjunction with the Director, Choreographer, and Stage Manager, create an appropriate rehearsal schedule.

o Instruct and give notes to the cast and orchestra during rehearsals and as requested throughout the contracted performance schedule.

o In conjunction with the Sound Designer, Stage Manager, and Artistic Producer, ensure and maintain the musical integrity of a production.

o Prepare and execute rehearsal and performance schedule for musicians, and disseminate all necessary materials and paperwork to the musicians.

o Budget, audition, and hire pit musicians, including any substitutes and/or Associate Conductors or interns. Provide payroll on a bi-weekly basis for services provided by the musicians.

Secondary Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

· Maintain and program and/or edit tracking programing.

o The ability to create tracks is not required but would be beneficial.

· Attend all production staff and other required meetings.

· Assist in the musical direction of children’s shows and other musical offerings.

· Provide input into the musical challenges and possibilities of upcoming productions, including, but not limited to:

o Providing suggestions regarding casting and vocal ability of cast members

o Providing audition materials as requested by the Artistic Producer

o Rehearsing understudies for lead roles

o Providing musical insight into planned productions or productions selected for future seasons.

· Remain current in understanding of professional theatrical practices, technology, and personnel management.

Technical Skills:

· Professional knowledge of musical theatre genres, instrumentation, and orchestration

· Professional knowledge of performance standards in musical theatre, including vocal and instrumental production.

· Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PDF viewers, and/or similar office and communication technology, including web and email.

· Proficient in the use of Dropbox and other group-sharing and social-media sites and programs.

· Knowledge in the use of Logic Pro X (or other music production software) and QLab (or other live performance software).

· Knowledge of keyboard programming (console and software programming - Mainstage)

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

· Ability to positively communicate and teach musical ideas and concepts to a wide range of staff, personalities, and knowledge levels.

· Ability to give notes in a positive and appropriate way.

· Use of a calm and professional demeanor.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to execute projects and rehearsals in a timely manner and to completion.

· Ability to work independently and with a flexible schedule that includes normal business hours, nights, and weekends.

· Ability to communicate with all members of the staff, cast, and production team in a timely and appropriate manner.

· Previous experience in working with children or a background in music education strongly encouraged.

Pay-scale and Benefits:

· This is a full-time, salaried position – $45-50K per year, to be negotiated based on previous experience and ability. Paid bi-weekly.

o Extra stipends available for Children’s shows and extra duties (guaranteed first right of refusal)

· Vacation time provided based on years of service.

· Full medical benefits, including vision and dental (available 60 days after hire date)

· 401K (full vested, employer match)

SALARY

$45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

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