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Jobs
Backstage Crew work/study at Dance Place
Deadeline: September 10, 2010
Dance Place offers adult scholarships to dancers who are interested in studying dance at our school. We offer a variety of Modern, West African, Hip Hop and Belly Dance classes. The scholarships function as a work/study exchange. Backstage crew work/study students work one weekend a month, from dress rehearsal through performance. There are occasional opportunities to train on board operation and expand other technical skills.
Duties:
-Open and close curtain
-Complete gel changes and set changes
-Serve as communication link between tech booth and backstage
-Assist with stage set up and breakdown
-Assist with strike at the conclusion of each weekend
-Ability to take initiative and communicate efficiently is a must
Training will be provided. No prior technical theater experience required. Willingness to learn is a must. Comfort with heights is preferred, but not required.
Requirements
-Six month commitment
-Availability of time to focus on program
-Interest in Dance Place classes, performances and facility
-Volunteer at Dance Place festivals (specifically our annual Dance DC Festival and Dance Africa Festival)
For more information about this opportunity and the work/study application process, please visit our website at www.danceplace.org, or contact the Work/Study Coordinator at 202-269-1600 ext. 15.
Operations Manager
Deadline: September 15
Description
Part-Time (avg. 10-15 hours per week, with a possible increase of time in the future as the organization)
The Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating the various components needed to initiate, market, run and conclude major and minor activities for Story Tapestries.
Duties Include:
• Representing the company at booking conferences, showcases and events
• Making cold calls and sending out press packets to organizations hoping to book the company
• Writing marketing material and program descriptions designed to encourage others to book the company
• Strategizing, Planning and Marketing the company in new and creative avenues
• Managing and building the organization's database of clients and potential funders
• Fielding telephone calls, word processing, filing, faxing and preparing invoices/contracts.
• Arranging and scheduling all bookings, meetings, and travel itinerary
• Drafting weekly status reports and maintaining the calendar
Skill and Requirements:
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong computer skills including Internet research abilities
• Requires excellent communication skills
• Experience writing marketing material
• Previous work in the Arts, education preferred
• Previous arts administration experience
To Apply:
Apply with cover letter indicating job title, current resume, a writing sample and a list of three pertinent references to administrator@ariannaross.com
Office Manager/Client Assistant
Callahan Consulting for the Arts has available a half-time position to support our national client base of foundations, arts service organizations, and small- to mid-sized arts ensembles and presenters.
At least half of the position involves client-related duties:
• Proofreading and organization of reports, brochures, and other materials.
• Administration and evaluation for a national arts funding program that the firm runs.
• Research and analysis of arts-related issues, including the impact of arts funding programs.
• Drafting written materials related to fundraising and strategic planning for clients.
The other half is allocated to office management:
• Logistics: meeting arrangements, travel, vendors, supplies, and general maintenance.
• Bookkeeping and client billing.
• Information management and marketing: maintaining databases and managing mailings to clients.
• General communication with clients and the arts field.
Qualifications:
• At least two years of administrative experience (part or full time) in the arts or another field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, as evidenced in part by writing sample(s).
• A high degree of attention to detail in all communication, particularly written documents.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS-Word; touch typing of at least 35 wpm; and some skills in other software, such as Access or Filemaker Pro.
• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week during the daytime and more during busy times.
• Prior knowledge of MS Excel, Quicken and/or Access a plus.
• Interest and/or experience in the arts field highly desirable.
Candidate would gain understanding of trends in the national arts field; arts philanthropy and fundraising; some skills in evaluation and nonprofit management; and small business administration. Ideal for a graduate student or artist. Flexible hours.
Pay: $15 per hour, starting, DOE and skill level.
Start date: September, 2010.
To apply: Send resume, cover letter that addresses the above requirements, names of three references and one writing sample (of any length and format, on any subject) to Suzanne Callahan at Callahan@ForTheArts.org.
Callahan Consulting for the Arts helps arts organizations and funders realize their vision through a range of services including strategic planning, fundraising, evaluation and philanthropic counsel. Downtown office is on the red, blue and orange metro lines. For more information visit www.ForTheArts.org.
Ballet Instructor- Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy
Deadline: September 30
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre (MBT) is looking for an experienced ballet teacher to join its faculty for the 2010-2011 academic year and beyond. Candidates are required to have had strong classical ballet training and professional performing experience as well as previous teaching experience. Teachers should be comfortable working with students’ ages 4-18 instructing ballet technique and pointe classes. MBT is located at 10076 Darnestown Road, Suite 202 Rockville, MD 20850. For further information about MBT please visit www.mbtdance.org or call 301-762-1757. Interested candidates can email their resume to: marketing@mbtdance.org.
The Washington Ballet @ THEARC: Part-Time Staff Needed
Department: The Washington Ballet @ THEARC
The Washington Ballet’s Southeast School Campus
Level: Part-time Staff
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Director of The Washington Ballet @ THEARC
Summary of Position:
The Washington Ballet seeks a receptionist who is energetic, attentive, courteous and proactive to handle internal and external affairs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• answering telephones in friendly, pleasant manner
• directing callers appropriately
• greeting customers and clients as they enter the Ballet
• announcing and directing clients to the correct individual/destination
• managing merchandise sales
• maintaining and coordinating an internal calendar
• receiving and distributing packages as they arrive
• assisting with projects as needed
Education and Experience Requirements:
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred
• Experience in administrative functions required
• General knowledge of dance and the performing arts preferred
• Salary commensurate with experience.
No phone calls please. Send a cover letter and resume to, Attention: Katrina Toews, Director of The Washington Ballet @ THEARC, ktoews@washingtonballet.org, or mail c/o The Washington Ballet @ THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE.Suite 20020, Washington, D.C., 20020.
Seeking Ballet Teachers
Deadline: September 30
The Maryland Institute for Dance is a non-profit dance school dedicated to artistically transforming lives through the discipline of dance. We provide quality dance education to develop outstanding performers emotionally, socially, and intellectually through our affordable programs. MID serves diverse students and their families, in addition to emerging artists in Prince George’s County and its surrounding areas.
We are currently seeking ballet teachers for ages 6 to 17. You must be trained in ballet and have experience teaching. if interested, please email your dance resume to essence@mdfordance.org.
Theatre Production Internship
Deadline: October 1, 2010
Theatre Production Internship – 1 year
Joy of Motion Dance Center, Main Office is searching for a Theatre Production intern.
Requirements include :
Experience in editing with Final Cut Pro
Shooting video and general camera knowledge.
Access to editing software.
Currently enrolled in a university program in need of internship credit.
Minimum of 20 hours per week in the office and/or field.
Must have transportation.
Undergraduate student or graduate student.
Internet and database skills, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently as well as with a team, and detail-oriented.
Experience or interest in working in a performing arts or nonprofit setting is preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office, MAC, Adobe Suite, online research, and social media is required.
Internships are not paid; however interns may take advantage of unlimited free dance classes at all JOMDC studio locations.
You must be able to give a one year commitment to the internship.
10/2010 - 6/2011.
To apply, submit a cover letter, work sample and a resume to:
Rachel Pearl, Program Manager, Programs and Services
Attn: Production – Video Production Intern Applicant
production@joyofmotion.org
Fax: (202) 333-4559
Experienced Ballroom Dance Teachers Needed
Deadline: October 31, 2010
With the completion of its 2500 sq foot studio floor in beautiful blond maple hardwood with sprung subfloor, BalletNova Center for Dance is currently seeking qualified and energetic ballroom and social dance instructor(s) to help pilot and develop the studio's new programs. 5-10 years experience teaching Ballroom and Social Dance classes required. Experience creating programs a plus. Please send resume to admin@BalletNova.org.
Adult Fitness/Dance Instructor
Deadline: December 31
District Dance Co. is looking for an energetic adult fitness/dance instructor who can teach a variety of classes to ages 18 and up. Applicant must have experience directly in the dance field. Classes can include but are not limited to - Cardio Jazz, Sexy Strip-tease, and Hip-hop. Classes will be held in the Northern VA and DC area.
Great pay depending on class size and experience ($15-$50 per class). Flexibility to customize your teaching schedule, hours and start date.
Interested applicants, please send your resume to Melissa Curling at melissa@districtdanceco.com or visit our website at www.districtdanceco.com.
Teaching Positions Available
Metropolitan Fine Arts Center (MFAC) in Alexandria and Fairfax Station, VA is seeking a dynamic, experienced dance professional to teach for the 2010-2011 school year and beyond.
MFAC is a non-competitive pre-professional performing arts school that strives to uphold a high standard of performance and education in a nurturing and positive artistic environment.
Current opportunities are available for the following dance genres:
Tap
Jazz
Hip-Hop
Additional choreography and teaching opportunities may become available throughout the year.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a bachelors degree and/or professional performing credits, at least 5 years of solid teaching experience and have a dynamic and positive energy.
Salary:
Pay is commensurate with experience.
Please submit resume with 3 references to info@metrofinearts.com
Radford University Division of Dance Position Announcement
Deadline: ongoing
Radford University
College of Visual and Performing Arts
School of Dance and Theatre
Position: Dance Faculty: Rank: Instructor - Full Time Temporary.
Available August 2010.
Qualifications: Terminal Degree in Dance with Undergraduate teaching experience or
Bachelors Degree in Dance with professional experience and a
minimum three years of Undergraduate teaching experience; strong
writing and assessment skills desired.
Responsibilities: Applicants must be competent to teach advanced levels of Modern
and Jazz technique, two other areas of dance technique that could
include Theatre Dance or a World Dance form. Teaching
responsibilities will also include some dance theory, possibly Dance
History and Dance Production. Will choreograph for main stage
productions, supervise student choreography projects, advise majors,
serve on School, College, and University Committees.
Program: Four year undergraduate program with approximately 70 majors,
housed in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Students pursue
a Bachelor of Arts Degree, a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with emphasis in
Classical or Contemporary Dance, and a Bachelor of Science degree in
Education.
Institution: Radford University is a comprehensive, coeducational state institution
of approximately 8,800 students nestled in the New River Valley of the
Blue Ridge Mountains.
Application: Send letter of application with teaching philosophy; CV; DVD of
original work; names, addresses and phone numbers of three
professional references electronically to danah bella, Chair, Search
Committee: dvbella@radford.edu
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Dance Teacher (all styles and ages) in NOVA/DC WANTED!
Deadline: December 31
District Dance Co. is looking for an energetic creative movement and children's dance class instructor who can teach a variety of classes to ages 3-18. Applicant must have experience directly in the dance field. Classes can include but are not limited to - Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Modern, Pom/Dance Team and more. Classes will be held in the Northern VA and DC area.
Great pay depending on class size and experience ($15-$50 per class). Flexibility to customize your teaching schedule, hours and start date.
Interested applicants, please send your resume to Melissa Curling at melissa@districtdanceco.com or visit our website at www.districtdanceco.com.
Ballet/Tap Instructor
Swan Ballet Dance Schools, private dance studios in Fairfax County, seeks dance instructor with ability/experience to teach beginning through intermediate levels of ballet and tap. Most classes weekday evenings and Saturdays. Schedule/compensation TBD between candidate and director. Position available immediately. Please send resume to swanballetdance@aol.com. Email or call (703-425-9400) Swan Ballet for more information. www.swanballetdance.com