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This page lists positions among GALA Choruses Member Choruses for artistic and administrative staff.
Current Vacancies
- Executive Director - Rocky Mountain Arts Association, Denver, CO
- Artistic Director - PERFORMOUTKC, Kansas City, MO
- Artistic Director - Renaissance City Choir, Pittsburg, PA
Executive Director
Rocky Mountain Arts Association, Denver, CO
Rocky Mountain Arts Association (RMAA) seeks an Executive Director to manage the day-to-day operations of the Association and its four choruses: Denver Gay Men's Chorus, Denver Women's Chorus, Out Loud: The Colorado Springs Men's Chorus and Mosaic Youth Chorus. All RMAA programs are proud members of GALA Choruses, Inc. This position reports to the Board of Directors, with direct supervision from the Board Chair. The ideal candidate for this position is action oriented and innovative, and has experience in fundraising, management and administration. As RMAA continues to grow, this position presents the successful candidate with a unique opportunity to identify, develop, implement and refine new fundraising and artistic initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assures an effective fund development program; helps the Board of Directors design, implement and monitor a viable fundraising plan, policies and procedures.
- Assures all legal and regulatory documents are filed in a timely manner and monitors compliance with relevant laws and regulations pertaining to non-profit organizations.
- Works with the Board to monitor and evaluate RMAA's relevancy to the community, its effectiveness and its results.
- Maintains a work environment that recruits, retains and supports quality staff and volunteers.
- Facilitates the integration of RMAA into the fabric of the community by using effective marketing and communication activities.
- Serves as chief spokesperson for RMAA; assures proper representation of RMAA to the community.
Qualifications Summary
- Bachelor's degree in business management or related field required. Master's degree in business management (MBA) or certification as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
- Five years in an Executive Director or senior management position required. Non-profit experience, especially in the performing arts arena, strongly preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Application Instructions
Qualified persons may apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Kevin Marvin, Chairman of the Board of Directors. Resumes without a cover letter may not be considered. In addition to information about qualifications, applicants must describe their interest in furthering the mission and vision of Rocky Mountain Arts Association. Also, indicate where you first saw this posting.
Cover letters and resumes may be sent to the hiring manager by e-mail to boardchair@rmarts.org. Attach documents in either Microsoft Word (.doc) or portable document format (.pdf).
RMAA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusiveness in its workforce.
Artistic Director
PERFORMOUTKC
Kansas City, MO
| JOB TITLE: | Artistic/Music Director |
| REPORTS TO: | Board of Directors |
| COMPENSATION: | Monthly stipend of $217 along with paid travel expenses to annual GALA Choruses director retreats and leadership conferences for training and development. | .
| HOURS: | Flexible: Typically 5 hours to 10 hours per week, with increased hours during pre-performance weeks. |
| BACKGROUND: | PerformOUTKC, Kansas City's first and only youth performing arts ensemble for LGBTQ youth and their straight allies. Our programs have incorporated vocal music, original poetry and readings, instrumental music, dance, and an original play. PerformOUTKC has performed at community festivals and local schools, and has collaborated with the Mid-America Freedom Band and the Heartland Men's Chorus, inspiring, challenging and encouraging its audiences. So come be a part of it all! |
ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Implements the mission and vision of PerformOUTKC and works closely with the Board of Directors to support and promote the mission and vision.
- Creates a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for all youth.
- Develops performances incorporating a variety of performing arts corresponding with the needs and abilities of the youth of PerformOUTKC.
- Provides motivation for youth to join and maintain their membership in PerformOUTKC.
- Grows the organization quality of performances and the number of youth.
- Seeks opportunities for the young people to share their stories with others in a creative, inspiring and effective manner.
2. Plans, designs, organize and present a minimum of 2 major performances and 6 community performances annually.
- Conducts/directs the group in both musical and theatrical performances.
- Selects music and scripts and guides members in creating materials that support the mission and vision of the Group.
- Reaches out to diverse audiences.
3. Collaborates with the Board of Directors.
- Formulates, implements and monitors annual and long range plans, goals, and objectives for the Group.
- Implements direction and policies for the group.
- Attends monthly Board of Directors meetings and retreats.
- Prepares and submits an Artistic/Music Director's Report to the Board on progress, process and initiatives, etc.
- Develops the content of performance programs in coordination with Board of Directors and presents an annual plan which fulfills all segments of the mission statement.
- Works with the Business Manager to provide an annual artistic budget proposal to the Board of Directors.
- Provides input to the Business Manager on marketing concepts and media strategies for performances.
- Communicates effectively with the youth of PerformOUTKC, the Board of Directors, and the artistic staff to accomplish the goals of the Group.
- Attends and actively participates in fundraising and social networking events
4. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Commitment to supporting the growth and empowerment of the youth in PerformOUTKC.
- Experience in conducting choirs or directing musical theater or theater productions.
- Experience in planning and implementing performances, including creative programming skills.
- Ability to mentor, motivate, and supervise youth.
- Excellent problem solving skills, written and oral communication skills, collaborative skills, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet schedules, time lines and budgets
Artistic Director
Renaissance City Choir
Pittsburg, PA
Date: 2012-2013 Season
Reports Directly to: RCC Executive Committee
The Artistic Director's Position and Duties and Responsibilities
The Artistic Director position is part time. Salary will be commensurate based on experience.
The following are the primary duties and responsibilities of the Artistic Director:
1. Performance Functions:
- Oversee the artistic health and growth of the Chorus in accordance with the Chorus's mission, vision, operating budget, and strategic plan;
- Organize an annual performance schedule including subscription concerts, outreach performances, and tours;
- Design each concert performance including theme development and integration of guest artists, ensembles, soloists, instrumentalists, and visual elements;
- Research music and programming to bring to the Chorus performance material that is both challenging and appropriate to the artistic goals of the organization;
- Audition prospective new members;
- Audition, select, and coach soloists and smaller groups of singers;
- Conduct the Chorus in all performances and regular weekly and special ad-hoc rehearsals;
- Oversee the arrangement of music;
- Oversee the technical and production elements of performances, including sets, costumes and attire for all performances.
2. Administrative Functions:
- Work with the Board and the Office Manager to establish an operating plan and budget to execute the artistic vision;
- Attend Board meetings and provide a monthly report to the Board.
- Serve as principal liaison between the Board of Directors and the artistic staff;
- Assist with appeals to donors to meet the financial goals of the RCC;
- Participate in the GLBT and larger community activities to develop networks and identify opportunities to further the mission;
- Supervise and evaluate part-time music staff;
- Select and supervise section leaders;
- Oversee and maintain the music library;
- Administer the RCC's commissioning guidelines including the selection of composer/lyricist, assisting with contract negotiations, and managing the process to performance;
- Participate effectively in meetings of the Board of Directors, committees as requested, season and budgeting planning and other activities as necessary to support the execution of the artistic vision;
- Maintain office hours appropriate to accomplish the job responsibilities.
3. Communication and Partnership Functions:
- Work with the Office Manager to ensure a consistent and appropriate public image in all internal and external communications;
- Seek input from and collaborate with singing membership to implement the artistic vision of the Chorus;
- Broaden the involvement of the Chorus in the community by serving as a spokesperson and liaison on behalf of the Chorus; and
- Maintain healthy communication with staff, membership, Board and community members.
4. Outreach Functions:
- Seek opportunities for the Chorus to perform outside of scheduled concerts;
- Manage communication, logistics, and planning details for outreach performances;
- Develop an outreach concert repertoire consistent with the artistic vision and the Chorus's mission; and
- Conduct the Chorus in all outreach concerts.
5. Recording Functions:
- Schedule new recordings as part of the artistic vision;
- Develop recording content;
- Organize recording operations and design; and
- Oversee the licensing of music for performances and recordings
6. Professional Development Functions:
- Participate in professional choral organizations, such as GALA Choruses, American Choral Director's Association, etc.
- Develop and maintain relationships with professional colleagues by participating in and conducting workshops, clinics, conventions and festivals, etc.; and
- Other activities to nurture continued skill enhancement.
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Music or equivalent experience is required; high level of training in choral conducting in the community setting; expertise in vocal technique, languages, and choral diction; basic knowledge of Pittsburgh community organizations; and experience in orchestral conducting preferred.
Application Materials
Applications must be post-marked by March 1, 2012 to be considered.
To apply for the Artistic Director position, the RCC requests:
- A letter of introduction;
- Curriculum vitae;
- Samples of programming for previous concerts;
- Samples of recordings of previous concerts (video preferred);
- A proposed program for the RCC's Holiday and Spring concerts and Cabaret-style show, each of which contains 70-90 minutes of music; and
- Other materials that may support your application, including musical compositions or arrangements, etc.
Complete materials should be sent by 3/1/12 to: RCCPittsburgh@gmail.com
Or by mail to:
RCC Artistic Director Search
c/o TJ Stauffer
2636 Sample Road
Allison Park, PA 15101
Questions should be addressed to TJ Stauffer, 412.915.2481
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