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May 23, 2022 · 3:38 pm

Call for Applicants: Macy’s Internship for Diverse Arts Administrators & Production Artists at TCT

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The mission of The Children’s of Cincinnati (TCT) is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. Now entering its 103rd season, TCT is the oldest professional theatre for young audiences in the country and is recognized as one of the top children’s theatres in the nation. TCT brings art to life through three divisions: TCT MainStage at the Taft Theatre, TCT on Tour/WorkShops, and TCT Academy.

Arts organizations have the power to heal, uplift, and create lasting cultural change. Our goal is that the quality and inclusivity of TCT productions will continue to inspire all youth, with increasing numbers from historically marginalized populations, to love theatre and/or pursue careers both on- and off-stage, particularly through a practice of diverse representation in all areas of our operations.

The Change Fund at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati was launched in October 2020 with the goal of creating an inclusive culture and innovation through the addition of previously excluded voices. The Change Fund provides exclusive funding for projects dedicated to eight pillar areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. TCT has currently identified these pillars as:

  1. Diverse Arts Administrators
  2. Diverse Educators, Guest Speakers, Ambassadors, & Cultural Consultants
  3. Development of diversity-focused new works and adaptations
  4. Diverse Playwrights & Composers
  5. Diverse Directors & Choreographers
  6. Diverse Designers & Artists
  7. Diverse Production Crew
  8. Diversity-Focused Community Engagement Initiatives

The Change Fund seeks to offer opportunities for diverse individuals throughout the country including those of various races, ethnicities, religions, genders, abilities, socio-economic status, and more.

In the 2022-23 season, a generous donation from Macy’s will provide exclusive funding for The Change Fund in support of advancing a more equitable future for present and future theatre artists and administrators. In alignment with Macy’s Mission Every One, TCT will provide learning and leadership opportunities for underrepresented youth through the Change Fund Internship for Diverse Arts Administrators or Diverse Production Artists.

Macy’s has previously supported The Change Fund by funding the filming of the TCT on Tour production of ABIYOYO, a diversity-focused new work that was brought to life in the 2021-22 season.

How It Works

The Change Fund at TCT will provide professional and educational opportunities for diverse people interested in pursuing a career in the arts through internships for arts administrators and/or theatre production artists. Internships will amplify the voices of individuals who have been historically underrepresented. The Change Fund will be an educational resource dedicated to projects that specifically and intentionally propel the perspectives of people who are of varying race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, and more, for many years to come.

Interested participants may apply for internships related to their professional goals in non-profit arts management and/or theatre production. Applicants may be aspiring non-profit marketing directors, CEOs, producers, development leaders, venue managers, scenic designers, technical directors, lighting designers, and beyond. Interns will lead various programming efforts, share in mentorship by TCT leaders, partake in professional development, engage in networking opportunities with other arts and business leaders in the community, and will be provided with valuable educational opportunities pertaining to their field of choice. Interns will also offer fresh expertise and perspective to TCT’s operations and programming departments.

Interns will work with TCT for a total of two months during the 2022-23 season. Interns will be provided of stipend of $500 per week as well as a housing or travel allowance if from outside of the Greater Cincinnati region.

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

  • Undergraduate or Graduate students, or recent Graduates, who identify with a diverse population
  • Interested in pursuing a career in Arts Administration and/or Theatre Production
  • Available for a minimum of 20 but up to 35 hours per week for a maximum of twelve weeks during the Fall or Spring.

How to Apply 

Interested applicants should submit their resume/cover letter via submissions@tctcincinnati.com.  In addition, please submit an essay not to exceed 500 words, or a video not to exceed five minutes, indicating how an internship at TCT is of interest to you and how it will impact you personally, and how you hope to impact TCT in the context of arts administration and/or theatre production. 

Applications must be received by June 30, 2022.  

Questions? Contact Development Manager Annie Bloemer annie.bloemer@tctcincinnati.com (513) 569-8080 ext. 32.

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May 19, 2022 · 10:29 am

NKU Music Preparatory Office Manager Sought by NKU SOTA

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Working Title NKU Music Preparatory Office Manager
Department School of the Arts
Position Status Temporary
Work Schedule Monday–Wednesday 2–6pm

Saturday 9am–noon (flexible)

Occasional Sunday afternoons and events (flex time on these weeks)
Hours per Week Up to 15
Months per Year 12
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence Northern Kentucky University (NKU) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.
Purpose of Position Provide on-going administrative support to the Music Preparatory Program.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Serve as administrative support to the Director of Music Preparatory.
  • Process incoming and outgoing Music Prep office mail, email, phone messages and calls.
  • Greet and assist Music Prep students, families, teachers, and visitors upon first visits to the university, to collect payment, give directions to classrooms, etc. while during office hours.
  • Serve as administrative support for program directors on program needs and materials including music copies, costume/uniform distribution and inventory, class rosters, and the like.

Manage registration system (Administrative Software Applications: ASA) which requires the following:

  • Thorough understanding of PCI Compliance (requires training from NKU)
  • Knowledge of computer programming
  • Develop and program all registration data in ASA for upcoming semester classes/programs/lessons
  • Maintain outstanding payments, failed transactions, and payment plans
  • Process all electronic, cash, and check payment deposits at least once weekly
    • Assist in maintaining instrument inventory and music library.
Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s Degree and at least one year of office experience preferred
  • Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse ages and backgrounds, in particular parents of children ages 3–17
  • Ability to multi-task and make decisions efficiently and calmly
  • Ability to lift/arrange classroom/stage equipment and move about the building frequently
  • Demonstrated customer service experience and excellence
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends
  • Dependable, punctual, self-starter, and problem solver
  • Background in or strong affinity for the fine and performing arts, music preferred
  • Experience with MS Office Suite, Facebook, and Instagram

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

It is Northern Kentucky University’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons and to take the necessary actions needed to recruit, employ, train, promote, and retain qualified faculty and staff, including members of protected groups. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status, which is defined as age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic, or veteran status, is prohibited.
Minimum Education High School Diploma
Preferred Education Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Experience 1 year
Salary $16.00/hr
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11744

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May 19, 2022 · 10:25 am

Visiting Director of Bands Sought by NKU SOTA

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Working Title Visiting Director of Bands – Non Tenure-track Temporary
Department School of the Arts
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence Northern Kentucky University (NKU) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.
Purpose of Position The School of the Arts at Northern Kentucky University offers a wide array of degree programs in the visual and performing arts. The Music Program within the School of the Arts offers a BME in Music Education (Choral/Vocal and Instrumental), BM in Performance (Instrumental, Jazz Studies, Piano Pedagogy, and Voice) a BM in Composition (Traditional and Commercial Music/Audio Production, BA in Music (Liberal Studies), Music Minor, and Audio Production Minor. The Music Program is a fully accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music. See the Music website at music.nku.edu for additional information.
Primary Responsibilities Primary responsibilities are to provide leadership of the NKU band program, to recruit and maintain appropriate instrumentation for a balanced band program, and to conduct the Symphonic Winds and Concert Band. Additional duties will be assigned based on the candidate’s strengths and the needs of the program. Secondary teaching areas may include conducting, methods courses (brass, woodwinds, and/or marching band techniques), instrumentation and scoring, and music theory.

Primary Responsibilities
May include:

  • Director of Symphonic Winds and or University Concert Band
  • Marching Band Techniques
  • Applied Methods & Materials

Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Qualifications

Master’s degree required, additional education (Ph.D. or DMA), and experience preferred. Candidates with a strong background/interest in music education, along with successful teaching experience (college and/or K-12), are highly desirable. Preference is given to candidates who have experience cultivating positive and collaborative relationships (with area band directors, faculty, and students) and the ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and goals.

Application Materials

Send cover letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Selected candidates must successfully pass a background check. Applicants who enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply. Finalist candidates should expect to provide video links to rehearsals and/or example conducting.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Please contact Ron Shaw, Associate Director School of the Arts with any questions.  Shaw@nku.edu

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education Master’s Degree
Preferred Education Doctorate
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11925

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May 16, 2022 · 4:28 pm

Two Males Sought for Non-Speaking Roles

MISC_Casting call2Looking for two Caucasian Males, late 40s to late 50s, athletic, handsome, no visible tattoos. $400/1 day. 

Non-Speaking Roles – Hiking and Kayaking scenes – must be able to swim and be comfortable being outdoors and being in kayak on water. We will be faking some rock climbing scenes with close ups, but this does not require actor to actually climb or have climbing experience. 

The pay is $400/1 day. We will be casting from photos and reels.

The planned shoot date is May 26th.

If interested, please contact Amanda Lippert at Amanda_Lippert@comcast.com.

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May 16, 2022 · 4:24 pm

Costume Coordinator: Fall, Winter, and Spring Productions Sought by Mason High School

MISC_Mason SchoolsThe Mason High School Theater Department is looking for a Costume Coordinator for all three of our productions next year. If you enjoy working with high school students full of enthusiasm with varying levels of skills and experience, working in wonderful facilities, and are yearning to become part of a dedicated and hardworking team of theater teachers, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.    

In this role, you’ll be working after school supervising students designing, building, overseeing rentals, and making alterations of the costumes for each of our productions.  You will need to work closely with the production team to plan budgets, supervise student crews, and keep costumes clean and in good repair.  During the week of the show, you will help supervise costume running crew, hair and make-up crews, and help provide backstage supervision.  After each show, you will be responsible for returning rentals, removing alterations, and making sure costumes are clean before being returned or placed in our stock.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Planning and Materials Ordering

  • Work with directors and to cost out materials for costume construction and rentals
  • Order materials needed
  • Be involved in the production planning process.
  • Check with local costume rental shops or stores

Costume Construction 

  • Train students on how to operate costume shop materials safely
  • Supervise students during the construction process 3 or 4 days a week after school.
  • Ensure that the costume shop is clean, organized, and equipment is maintained.

Technical and Dress Rehearsals

  • Attend all dress and technical rehearsals, working with costume running crew and hair and make-up crew to ensure a safe and productive rehearsal.
  • Help provide adult supervision backstage and in the green room.

Performances

  • Attend all performances, helping provide adult supervision for the backstage areas and overseeing costume and hair and make-up crews.

Strike

  • Attend strike, helping provide adult supervision of striking the costumes for the show.  Clean costumes pieces, reverse alterations as needed, and return costumes to stock or the various rental houses. 

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:

    • How to design and create appropriate costumes for a variety of productions. 
    • How to create costumes.
    • The various local costume resources.
    • Hair and make-up techniques.  
    • How to use and instruct students on the safe use of the following tools:
      • Sewing Machines
      • Sergers
      • Hand sewing techniques
      • Theater running crew responsibilities and etiquette.  
    • How to teach young people about the craft and art of producing live theater.
  • The ability to keep on schedule and prioritize tasks.

WHAT EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION YOU SHOULD HAVE BEFORE APPLYING:

The candidate should have practical costuming experience as well as knowledge of generally accepted safety procedures. Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude are important as you’ll be working with students and theater faculty. Preference will be given to candidates with professional or collegiate experience.

These are supplemental positions.  Pay for each is as follows for the 2022-23 school year:

Technical Director, Fall Production: $2991

Technical Director, Winter Production:  $2991

Technical Director, Spring Musical:  $3912

Do you see yourself being the perfect fit for these positions? If yes, then please contact Student Activities Director Lorri Fox-Allen at  allenl@masonohioschools.com.

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