Recruitment of Director - County Sligo Youth Theatre
Recruitment of Director - County Sligo Youth Theatre
County Sligo Youth Theatre is seeking a dynamic and experienced Youth Theatre Director to
- Facilitate a programme of drama/theatre workshops
- Co-ordinate and manage all activities in relation to the Youth theatre including the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction in relation to furthering the artistic vision of the youth theatre.
County Sligo Youth Theatre is a vibrant, inclusive organisation, dedicated to developing County Sligo’s Youth arts programme in the area of theatre/drama. The youth theatre is dedicated to developing creativity and confidence in its members and delivers a year round programme for young people including workshops, at least one major play and a number of small productions.
The successful candidate will have:
- A minimum of two years work experience in theatre/drama/youth arts.
- Relevant experience of designing, delivering and leading youth theatre workshops
- Commitment and passion to youth arts and knowledge of the youth theatre field.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically.
- Ability to initiate projects and be self motivated.
This position is being offered on an initial contract for services basis, for a three year period, with one year probation. The renewal annually is dependant on the continued availability of funding. The hours are approx 30 per week, which may include evening and weekend and some Bank Holiday work. The director reports to the Chair of the board of Sligo Youth Theatre.
For more information, see the website www.sligoyouththeatre.ie
Completed C.Vs. and letter of application should be sent for the attention of Stella Carroll sligoyt@gmail.com. Closing date for applications is April 13th. Interviews will take place in May and are likely to be held over the weekend.
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