Art Director; Musical

Position:
Art Director

Position Type:
Extracurricular Stipend/ NHAMS Spring Production. Duration:
Temporary / Musical Production-Based Contract.

Location:

Nathan Hale Arts Elementary School. Date Posted: 11/13/2025.

Nathan Hale Arts Elementary School is seeking a creative, organized, and collaborative Musical Art Director to support the visual and technical artistry of our school musical. This temporary, stipend-based position is ideal for an art educator, designer, or theatre professional with a passion for mentoring students and developing scenic and prop elements that enhance storytelling.

• Guide the creation of small set pieces, artistic designs, and minor props for the production.
• Facilitate technical work periods and coordinate closely with the scenic and production staff.
• Lead student teams in the creation and execution of technical art elements.
• Coordinate with the Producer to schedule all work sessions.
• Collaborate with the Director to ensure the visual and artistic vision of the production is fully realized.
• Actively supervise students during work sessions, rehearsals, and show-related events.
• Perform additional production duties as assigned.

• Experience in art direction, scenic design, prop creation, or related technical theatre fields.
• Strong artistic and craft skills, with the ability to guide students in hands‑on creative work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a creative and technical team.
• Experience working with children or youth preferred.
• Excellent organization, communication, and time‑management abilities.

Stipend: $1,000 for the full production period.

Please complete the application process and submit a résumé along with a brief cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience.