IGNITE CAMP COUNSELOR/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - Ignite Theatre Company

Purpose of Position: Serve as both an adult responsible for campers and as part of Ignite Theatre Company Bonfire Camp support staff for camp administration. Help with the implementation of program activities, and work to achieve camp learning objectives.

Collective Goals for Camp

To have fun and develop imagination and creativity.

Give children an understanding of musical theatre.

Help children learn the process of play with theatre concepts.

Duties:

Assume responsibility for safety of campers (be familiar with risk management plans) and report all injury incidences to the camp director.

Follow camp objectives, rules, policies, and guidelines.

Assist with all camp activities.

Serve as a positive role model for campers.

Run physical activities.

Create a method to demonstrate growth during camp.

Ensure the safety of performers backstage during the performances of Disney’s Frozen Kids.

An ideal candidate will possess:

Ability to work with very young performers.

Background in teaching/performing.

Dance/vocal training.

Audition experience (as a director or performer).

Ability to remain calm and patient.

Be punctual and organized.

Participate enthusiastically.

Follow directions.

Show a genuine interest in campers.

Exhibit Characteristics of: creativity, responsibility, patience, dependability, and maturity; be a self-starter and a team player with a positive attitude

Qualifications and Requirements

Maintain health and safety standards.

Run a well-organized camp program.

Must have related experience in the education or theatre field.

Must complete application requirements.

If hired, attend the training session prior to camp. Training session date is TBD. This training session is mandatory.

CPR/first aid training is preferred, but not required.



SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

We are a nonprofit theatre and have limited financial resources. We offer a stipend to contractors and pay is negotiable..

This season is unique. One production (The Music Man) is a reschedule from a 2020 production. Not all performers have chosen to return, so we will audition for open roles

We have a strict COVID-19 Reopening Plan and we update protocols as circumstances require. As of November 19, Ignite Theatre Company requires that staff and volunteers present a photo ID and show proof of vaccination – a physical or digital copy of a vaccination card – or proof of a negative test (taken within 72 hours,) each rehearsal. Masks will also be required for all performers, staff & guests, regardless of vaccination status. Our performers are required to wear masks during the rehearsal process, with the exception of the music portion of auditions. Performers that show proof of vaccination status have the option to wear a clear plastic mask for performances. Read the full description of our protocols at our website: http://www.ignitewithus.org/reopeningplan.

All shows must hold open auditions – we don’t “pre-cast” roles. That said, directors are responsible for casting their own shows. If you know someone you think would be great for a role, invite them to audition. We ask directors to keep an open mind.


Salary: Stipend