Music Director

Responsibilities

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Roll out the music curriculum and oversee all product execution.
• Oversee the development of shows, this includes: Selecting and Promoting shows/concerts well in advance with the General Manager/Owner. Creating show assignments for students and overseeing casting decisions. Coordinating the set list. Training, guiding and assisting show directors so all rehearsals and performances meet high educational standards. Assisting in promoting the shows and driving ticket sales. Ensuring that show productions are well executed.
• Market the school by keeping excellent relations with parents and students and offering new student and/or parent prospects tours; engaging and selling them on the school.
• Manage the School, including working with the General Manager/Owner to open school punctually according to hours of business and staying later when necessary during show season and summer camp.
• Maintain all music equipment.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress and address any questions and issues about the music program.
• Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design
• Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other people
• Strong organizational skills
• Very strong customer relations skills
• Resourceful and good problem-solver
• Works well under pressure

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate is a working musician who also has formal music school training
• Enthusiastic, Flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
• Good judgment a must