Vocal Director- Summer Camp Musical

SITAR ARTS CENTER: CAMP SITAR  
VOCAL DIRECTOR 

What We Do  

Sitar Arts Center engages DC youth, from early childhood to young adulthood, in building a creative community of learning and belonging that removes financial and cultural barriers to arts education and career training.  We envision a city in which all young people experience transformative moments through quality, accessible arts education and career training and are supported on their path to discover their creativity and achieve their full potential.

At Sitar Arts Center, students engage in affordable, high-quality education and workforce development in the visual, digital, and performing arts. Each semester, 80% of students are from Washington DC households at 60% or less of the area median income. Programs take place year-round during out-of-school time in Sitar's state-of-the-art facilities, which feature an 85-seat theater, visual and digital art studios, a dark room, dance studios, and private and ensemble instrumental music studios.

Located in the vibrant Adams Morgan neighborhood, Sitar's community includes youth from every ward in DC. Across the year, up to 900 students engage in high quality classes including instrumental music, ballet and hip-hop dance, acting and musical theater, digital photography and filmmaking, and more. Each summer children from K- 8th grade enjoy our full day, 6-week Camp Sitar and teens enroll in summer workforce development programs. Sitar's new ArtsAdvance program offers alternative pathways to careers in the creative industries for 18-24-year-olds.

What You’ll Do     

Sitar Arts Center is seeking a wonderful, experienced Vocal Director for our summer musical, The Spongebob Musical, this June – August 2024.  

We are seeking a passionate and experienced vocal coach to join our creative team and help our talented young performers shine. 

Camp Sitar provides visual, performing, digital art, and movement classes over six weeks to kindergarten - 8th graders in our full-day program.    

You will work directly with the Production Team, our Young Expressionists (grades 4th – 12th) and summer camp interns, engaging them in all aspects of singing in a musical, both solo and as an ensemble.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:    

• Conduct individual and small group vocal lessons with cast members to develop their vocal technique, breath control, and performance skills. 

• Assist with learning assigned songs, ensuring proper pitch, phrasing, and musicality. 
• Help young performers build confidence and stage presence through vocal exercises and performance coaching. 
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement in a positive and supportive learning environment. 
• Collaborate with the musical director and choreographer to ensure vocal health and alignment with the overall artistic vision. 
• Attend rehearsals as needed to offer support and guidance. 

What You’ll Earn     

This is a stipend position that pays $3,000.  

    
When You'll Work    

This six-week position is a part-time seasonal position starting June 24 to August 4, 2024, with a daily schedule of 1:00pm–4:30 pm.   The performances will take place on August 1, 2, 3 & 4. 

    
Other Required Work Dates will be provided before employment acceptance. All required work dates are paid including:   

• Restorative Practices and Classroom Management Training 
• Orientation  
• Saturday tech rehearsals 
• Performance days 

Who You Are     

As the Vocal Director, you are a positive, inclusive role model who is warm, supportive, and engaging. You experience immense joy when sharing your craft with young people, meeting their needs, and adapting to ensure their safety and success throughout the process. You enjoy collaboration and improvisation and believe that strong organization and creative youth development is the key to happy and engaged students. Most importantly you have a strong love for the arts, a strong love for children of all ages, and you believe that everyone should have access to the arts.    

Key Qualifications and Experience     

• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching voice, preferably to a youth audience. 
• Strong understanding of vocal technique, including breath control, pitch, and healthy singing practices. 
• Encouraging, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor to foster a positive learning environment. 

Preferred Qualifications and Experience  

• Proven ability to play piano and sight-read music. 
• Familiarity with musical theatre styles is a plus. 

Requirements    

• Background check, and TB test 

Our Values  

Embed Equity  

Embed equity in our systems, programs, and spaces to advance social justice.  

Everyone should have equitable access to opportunities, representation, and voice.  

Foster Belonging  

Foster belonging by engaging, supporting, and celebrating our diverse community members through genuine and meaningful relationships.  

Everyone deserves a welcoming space where they can feel like they belong.   

Prioritize Balance  

Prioritize balance between the mental, emotional, physical, and creative well-being within ourselves and our fellow community members.   

Everyone deserves the opportunity and support to prioritize wellness within their lives.  

Build Trust  

Build trust by assuming positive intentions and taking ownership of our words, actions, responsibilities, and commitments.  

Everyone benefits when we approach relationships with openness and commit to follow through.  

Inspire Transformation  

Inspire transformation by listening to, learning from, and growing with our community and the world around us.   

Everyone can be a student, and anyone can be a teacher.  

Encourage Collaboration  

Encourage collaboration with thoughtful and clear communication, a curious mind, and a creative spirit.   

Everyone benefits when we work together as a team.  

How You Can Apply   

This position will remain open until filled. However, for best consideration please apply by April 19, 2024. 

You need to submit a resume and answer all required questions. No phone calls please.   

After applying you’ll receive an email confirming that we have your application on file. If you’re selected for the next stage, you will be contacted for an interview. The hiring process can take 5-8 weeks after posting. You will be considered if the position is still vacant.   

We appreciate your interest in Sitar Arts Center. Sitar Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Sitar Arts Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.  

  
For more information about Sitar Arts Center, please visit www.sitarartscenter.org.