Dance Musician (Non-benefited) - School of the Arts - Department of Theatre and Dance

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) Department of Theatre and Dance is establishing a pool of applicants for possible Dance Musician positions. This pool will be used to provide temporary staffing as needed.

About the role

Musicians will provide piano and percussion accompaniment support for both major and non-major modern and ballet dance classes.

Responsibilities

• Work with Dance and Choreography Instructors to select appropriate musical accompaniment and provide adaptations to align with specific exercises and/or techniques
• Accompany modern dance and/or ballet classes with appropriate musical and stylistic considerations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Music or equivalent professional training, education, and experience
• One (1) year of experience playing for dance classes at the collegiate, professional, or pre-professional level
• Knowledge of/ability to learn ballet terminology
• Ability to sight-read provided music and improvise in various styles as needed
• Prepare multiple genres of music (e.g. classical, pop, musical theatre, opera, or others) which can be adapted for the ballet and/or modern dance class
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an hourly employee at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience playing for dance classes at the collegiate, professional, or pre-professional level

Pay

$30–32 per hour

Schedule

6–12 hours per week, fully onsite

Benefits

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.