Music Director

Music Director of Summer Musical: Elyria Catholic High SchoolReports to: Summer Theater Director for Elyria Catholic High School Position SummaryThe Music Director is responsible for the vocal and musical preparation of the summer theatrical production. This role provides leadership in teaching, rehearsing, and refining all musical elements to ensure a high-quality performance. The Music Director supports all participants, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, and volunteers, by fostering confidence, promoting vocal health, and maintaining strong musical standards within a safe, respectful, and mission-aligned environment. Major ResponsibilitiesTeach all vocal music to cast members, ensuring accuracy in pitch, rhythm, diction, and expressionPlan and conduct full-cast vocal rehearsals and sectional practices to support efficient learningWork with soloists and ensemble members to develop vocal technique, musicality, and performance qualityProvide individualized feedback and coaching to support growth across varying ability levelsEstablish and reinforce proper vocal warm-up routines and promote vocal health practicesUtilize licensed rehearsal tracks to prepare cast members for performance tracksCoordinate timing and integration of music with staging, choreography, and technical elementsCollaborate with the Director and production team to ensure alignment of artistic visionSupport rehearsals by reinforcing expectations for preparedness, focus, and professionalismOperate and manage music tracks during rehearsals and performancesAssist with troubleshooting musical or technical challenges related to sound and performanceSupport overall production needs, including rehearsals, performances, and strike as neededQualificationsVirtus trained (or willingness to complete prior to rehearsals)Strong background in vocal music, music education, or related fieldAbility to work effectively with participants of varying skill levelsStrong organizational, communication, and instructional skillsDemonstrated leadership, patience, and ability to build confidence in performersAbility to collaborate effectively with the Director and production teamCommitment to the mission, teachings, and traditions of the Catholic Church and to Catholic educationAbility to pass FBI/BCI background checkTo ApplyPosition will remain open until filled.

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