Vocal Music Consultation - Spring Musical - Centennial
About The Position
The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment. JDE: 6.04.AA Vocal Music Consultation Position Summary 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.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
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.
