Stage Director, Dance Production

Qualifications

• Certificated Staff

Description

Collaborate with stage manager and choreographers to establish the overall artistic vision, flow, and pacing of the concert.

Set original concert choreography as needed, aligned with the theme, skill level of dancers, and performance goals.

Rehearse, stage, and refine guest artist choreography, ensuring clarity, consistency, and artistic integrity while adapting for student performers.

Schedule and lead rehearsals, including run-throughs, spacing rehearsals, and technical rehearsals.

Provide artistic direction and constructive feedback to dancers regarding performance quality, musicality, dynamics, and stage presence.

Block choreography for stage dimensions, sightlines, entrances/exits, and transitions between works.

Coordinate with lighting, sound, costumes, and scenic designers to support choreographic intent.

Coordinate and purchase costume selection and design to ensure costumes support movement and safety.

Coordinate costume fittings, quick changes, and costume maintenance during rehearsals and performances.

Support budgeting by tracking costume, prop, and production expenses and making cost-effective decisions.

Ensure safe dance practices, proper warm-ups, and injury prevention during rehearsals and performances.

Maintain rehearsal documentation, including notes, spacing charts, and cue sheets.

Uphold intellectual property and choreography attribution standards for original and guest artist works.

Assist with casting decisions and role assignments in collaboration with choreographers and faculty.

Oversee consistency of performances across multiple shows, including understudy or alternate casting.

Support student learning by modeling professional rehearsal etiquette and industry expectations.

Participate in post-production evaluations and provide feedback for future improvements.

Reports To

Katie Knoblock

Hours

As needed

Location

GCIT

Salary

$2000.00

Benefits

No

Deadlines

Accepting Resumes: 07/24/26

Effective Date

8/1/2026

Supplemental Information

The Gloucester County Vocational School District prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability.

Contact Information:

• Title IX/Section 504: Ms. Allie Jones, Director of Human Resources
• Address: 1360 Tanyard Rd., Sewell, NJ 08080
• Phone: 856-468-1445