Vocal Music Consultation - Ankeny High School
Ankeny Community School District•Ankeny, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Vocal Music Consultant will work collaboratively with the musical director, cast, and production team to prepare and enhance vocal performances for the Spring School Musical. The consultant will provide expert guidance on vocal techniques, harmonization, and repertoire preparation to ensure the success of the production.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Music, Vocal Performance, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- Proven experience in vocal coaching or music direction, preferably in theater or school productions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous musical experience, preferred
- Previous teaching experience, preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist Director and Assistant Director in auditions and casting decisions; determine audition music recall material.
- Conduct rehearsals to teach cast members songs and practice.
- Meet individually with students/small groups as needed to coach and practice solos and other musical features.
- Coordinate orchestra backing tracks or live band; conduct performances
- Attend all scheduled rehearsals, as well as tech week rehearsals, to offer guidance on vocal performance and ensure alignment with the production’s artistic vision.
- Assist in teaching and reinforcing musical pieces, including harmonies, dynamics, and diction.
- Provide tips and strategies for maintaining vocal health throughout the rehearsal and performance period.
- Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.
- Demonstrate integrity and maintain confidentiality.
- Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff, students, and visitors.
- Uphold and adhere to safety rules and policies of the Ankeny Community School District safety program.
- Support the goals and objectives of the school district and follow all district policies.
- Demonstrate the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
- Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
- Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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Career Level
Mid Level
