Theater Director, Camp Kaleidoscope, JCC Summer Day Camp

About the role

Theater Director develops and oversees the Camp Kaleidoscope Theater Program, including directing two fully-staged musicals and leading auditions and rehearsals, as well as supervising the creation of costumes, sets and props for the shows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the camp theater program, including directing and producing two fully staged musicals during the summer (week 4 and week 8 of camp)
• Supervise and mentor theater department staff (e.g., music director, stagecraft, costume, etc.) providing leadership, feedback, and support
• Create and manage rehearsal schedules, coordinating with camp leadership to balance theater programming with other camp activities
• Work in partnership with camp leadership to prepare family communications as needed regarding camper participation, performances, and schedule
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during rehearsals, performances, and other theater-related activities
• Foster a joyful, inclusive, and supportive environment where all campers feel valued and excited to participate in theater
• Oversee logistics and materials related to productions, including sets, props, costumes, and performance spaces
• Participate in camp-wide events and traditions, modeling enthusiasm and leadership

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work with Camp Director to streamline communications and manage priorities
• Coordinate, supervise and evaluate Theater department staff
• Train Theater department staff during staff training week
• Schedule and lead Theater staff meetings during the summer
• Provide ongoing coaching and oversight for Theater department staff

Qualifications

• High school degree required
• College degree, concentration or equivalent experience in Education or similar field of study and/or comparable experience preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience teaching or program planning for children in a variety of settings
• Experience directing 3+ musicals, preferably children's theater, including middle school and high school theater programs
• Customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of theatrical productions, including how to structure auditions and rehearsals, and direct fully-staged musical theater productions
• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
• Management and leadership skills, including coaching, feedback and accountability
• Excellent group management skills
• Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities, communicating any issues and concerns with supervisors
• Ability to interface with digital tools and mobile apps (enter hours worked into Paylocity, note camper attendance on digital attendance forms, etc.)
• Exhibits leadership skills, including teamwork, patience, flexibility, and diplomacy
• Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
• Self-starter who takes the initiative
• Able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed
• Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership

Pay

Competitive starting salary of $8,250 for the nine week season (equivalent to $22.92 per hour).

Schedule

Daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.