JOB DESCRIPTION
The Choreographer will possess the ability to design and direct the dance or stylized
movement being used for the show, while helping to instill in the children a love of
theatre, an excitement for performance, and a willingness to collaborate. He/she must
possess excellent communication and dance skills, must be self-motivated, efficient, and
creative. Experience working with children is especially important.
The following are the duties and responsibilities of the Choreographer:
- The Choreographer will participate in a production meeting prior to
auditions. The production meeting will be attended by the Director,
Assistant Director,
Musical Director, Set Technician, Costume Designer, Prop Master, CTOC’s General
Manager - The Choreographer will meet with the Director prior to auditions to discuss
the Choreographer’s responsibilities and duties for the show. - The Choreographer may attend all auditions. Final cast selection decisions will
be made by the Director. - The Choreographer will attend callbacks, if deemed necessary.
- The Choreographer is required to attend all rehearsals that require dance/movement
direction and all performances. - The choreographer will create and plan the choreography for the production.
- The Choreographer will teach choreography to the cast,
taking time to teach dance techniques as needed. - *If a Teen Apprentice Choreographer is identified, the Choreographer will work with the
Beyond the Stage CTOC Board Advisor to create tentative schedule &expectations for the
teen apprentice..
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
CTOC is an equal opportunity employer. CTOC’s policy is to afford equal employment
opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental
disabilities, sex, sexual orientation or age and to comply with applicable laws and
regulations. All employment decisions will be consistent with the principle of equal
employment opportunities.
