Staff Pianist (Theatre Arts)

Baylor University • Waco, TX

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About The Position

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities. Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “ Great Colleges to Work For” . Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career. What We Are Looking For Baylor University is seeking a Staff Pianist in the department of Theatre Arts. The Staff Pianist must have a demonstrated ability to sight-read fluently and learn music quickly, and knowledge of a wide range of musical styles and repertoire within musical theatre and commercial music. The ideal candidate will possess skills in transposition of music and music improvisation, and be familiar with jazz, country, rock, and gospel styles. The position requires the ability to work in digital platforms for word processing and spreadsheets (Microsoft, Google). A Bachelor's degree and less than a year of relevant work experience required. A Master’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are preferred. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. What You Will Do Provide excellent piano accompaniment for group and private lessons in vocal performance for traditional and contemporary musical theatre Meet individually with theatre voice students Generate recordings of repertoire in support of the musical theatre curriculum Accompany special guests and master classes as needed Provide collaborative piano support for Musical Theatre Workshop, student directed musical theatre projects, and productions in the Baylor Theatre mainstage season as needed Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission Ability to comply with university policies Maintain regular and punctual attendance What You Can Expect As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages. Explore & Engage Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Requirements

• demonstrated ability to sight-read fluently and learn music quickly
• knowledge of a wide range of musical styles and repertoire within musical theatre and commercial music
• ability to work in digital platforms for word processing and spreadsheets (Microsoft, Google)
• A Bachelor's degree and less than a year of relevant work experience required
• All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• skills in transposition of music and music improvisation
• be familiar with jazz, country, rock, and gospel styles.
• A Master’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent piano accompaniment for group and private lessons in vocal performance for traditional and contemporary musical theatre
• Meet individually with theatre voice students
• Generate recordings of repertoire in support of the musical theatre curriculum
• Accompany special guests and master classes as needed
• Provide collaborative piano support for Musical Theatre Workshop, student directed musical theatre projects, and productions in the Baylor Theatre mainstage season as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Benefits

• eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees