Palatine Park District is searching for a talented Music Director for the upcoming production of Shrek the Musical. If you have a passion for music and a mind for teaching music and working collaboratively, then this is the perfect match for you.
Under the general direction of the Cultural Arts Coordinator, the Music Director’s role is to set the vision music of the production and teach it to the cast. The Music Director will audition, schedule rehearsals, prepare performance schedules, run rehearsals and musical performances and accompany singers.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in music and/or music education is strongly preferred. Must have previous experience music directing productions and should be familiar with the musical production process.Must be able to accompany choir or chorus on pianoMust be willing to prepare outside of working hours to come into auditions and rehearsals prepared.
Benefits & Wages
Seasonal pool passes for indoor and outdoor pools (individual or discount on family)Fitness Center membership (individual or discount on family)Access to in-house complimentary programsDiscount at Palatine Hills Golf CourseDiscounts at Cutting Hall Free open gym/turf and walking track
Important Dates
Auditions- December 7-8, 6-8:30P at CHCallbacks- December 9, 6-9P at CHRehearsals- SundaysDecember 13-February 28, 1-4P at FalconMondays and Wednesdays December 14-February 24, 6-9P at FalconTech Week- March 1-4, 6-10P at CHPerformances (Attendance not required beyond opening night)March 5 &12 at 7PMarch 6-7, 13-14 at 2P
This is a stipend position that pays $1500
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