AddressAll Positions: All jobs posted below are part of the Schenectady Summer Theatre Camp. The camp will run on weekdays from July 8th-August 2nd from 2:30-5:30pm, as part of the Extended Day Program. Staff will be expected to report to Door 8 at Schenectady High School at 2:00pm and stay until 6:00pm. Staff will teach acting, singing, dancing, and stagecraft skills. The camp will culminate in a performance of the short musical Swamped, by John Jacobson & John Higgins. Staff should expect to work for extended hours the day of the performance, August 2nd.
ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Drama/Stagecraft Assistant:
The Drama/Stagecraft Assistant's main job is to work with the Program Director to create and execute drama and stagecraft activities during camp. The Drama/Stagecraft Assistant should expect to:
-Assist in casting and staging the culminating musical, Swamped.
-Assist in designing set and costume pieces for the show.
-Create and execute stagecraft activities for elementary students.
-Lead theatre games and ensemble activities.
Music Assistant:
The Music Assistant's main job is to work with the Music Director to teach the music for the culminating musical, Swamped. The Music Assistant should expect to:
-Learn the music for the show prior to the start of camp.
-Model good vocal technique.
-Help assign and teach solos.
-Lead vocal warm-up exercises.
-Lead theatre games and ensemble activities.
-Assist in arts and craft activities.
Dance Assistant:
The Dance Assistant's main job is to work with the Dance Director to choreograph and teach the dances for the culminating musical, Swamped. The Dance Assistant should expect to:
-Learn the dances for the show prior to the start of camp.
-Choreograph small numbers where needed.
-Model good dance technique.
-Help create stage pictures and formations for the show.
-Lead physical warm-up exercises.
-Lead theatre games and ensemble activities.
-Assist in arts and craft activities.
Floating Assistants (2-3 needed):
The Floating Assistants' main job is to support the directors and assistants by keeping camp running as smooth as possible. Floating Assistants should expect to:
-Supervise campers during arrival and dismissal.
-Escort campers to the bathroom, drinking fountain, and cafeteria.
-Handle basic first aid (band-aids, ice packs, etc.).
-Participate in drama, music, dance, and stagecraft activities with campers, modeling good behavior, full participation, and positive social interactions.
-Assist elementary students in working through interpersonal and self-esteem related issues.
-Take on small administrative tasks, as designated by the directors.
Job Qualifications
High School and/or College Theatre experience required
Position Start Date:07/08/2024
Application Deadline:07/30/2024
