Director Position Available In Grafton, New Hampshire

Director
Plymouth State University
in Plymouth, NH

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Adjunct/Part-Time

Posted:

05/23/2025

Category:

Arts and Museum Administration USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app The Director assumes responsibility for writing the script, interfacing with Plymouth Parks and Recreation, approving the poster and graphics, and assisting with marketing. In addition, the Director works to locate staff and to organize the overall experience at the Camp. Once the Camp begins, the Director is responsible for working with the staff to ensure a positive experience for staff and children. The Director auditions and casts the children and directs the production, making sure the children are prepared for performance. Duties/Responsibilities Artistic Duties (50%) Create script for performance
Work with graphic designer to create poster and promotional materials
Approve set used for production
Cast the actors appropriately in roles
Work with children and creative staff to create a successful musical production Organizational Duties (25%) Assist with hiring of artistic staff
Create rehearsal schedules
Coordinate with Flying Monkey in terms of needs for production
Work with graphic designer to create program
Communicate with staff prior to and during camp to ensure a smooth week Interpersonal Duties (25%) Provide a safe and nurturing environment for young children
Work with staff in a positive and constructive manner
Communicate respectfully and positively with Parents
Communicate respectfully and positively with

Flying Monkey Staff Minimum Qualifications Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

Master’s degree
Ten or more years’ experience working with young people ages 8-16

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of how to block and pace a performance
Ability to encourage young performers with little experience
Knowledge of how to work with choreographers and music directors successfully
Ability to see a project through to completion
Various soft skills including strong communication, flexibility, and artistic sensibility

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate Degree in Educational Theatre and twenty years’ experience working with children’s theatre The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training. Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond. Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students. Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness. EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Location:

Plymouth Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.
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