High School Musical Director

Description

Gehlen Catholic School seeks an inspiring, organized High School Musical Director to lead our 9-12

Drama Department in producing its annual musical. The ideal candidate coordinates all aspects of the production to ensure a safe, creative, and highly instructional environment. They must align the theatrical experience with Gehlen Catholic's core values of faith, leadership, service, and Christ-centered sportsmanship.

• Production & Artistic Leadership: Select a script and score that match community standards and maximize student participation. Oversee auditions, assign cast roles, and block all dramatic stage scenes.
• Rehearsal Coordination: Plan and execute after-school and weekend rehearsal schedules. Teach participating 9-12 grade students acting fundamentals, stage presence, and performance etiquette.
• Department
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work directly with the 7-12 Choral Director, instrumental music instructors, and technical volunteers to weave vocals, pit instrumentation, choreography, and stage sets into a unified production.
• Administrative Management: Secure scripts and performance licensing. Manage the allocated production budget, coordinate ticket marketing, and supervise student stagehands and crew members.
• Faith & Mission Alignment: Mentor students to become effective communicators and responsible citizens. Ensure the backstage and onstage environment foster teamwork, mutual respect, and Christian values.

• Experience: Previous experience directing or assisting with high school, youth, or community theater productions is highly preferred.
• Musical Literacy: A basic understanding of theatrical stagecraft, repertoire, vocal mechanics, and structural production timelines.
• Skills: Exceptional time-management, direct communication, and group organizational skills.
• Compliance: Must complete a standard background check, fingerprinting, and Diocesan Virtus Volunteer Training.