Ensemble Laude, an auditioned chorus of about 35 women singers in Victoria, BC, seeks an Assistant Director to lead the ensemble in rehearsals and/or concert performances at the discretion of the Founding Artistic Director.
Choir members are experienced singers, ranging from 14 – 70 years of age. They represent a diverse community joined together by the vision of Artistic Director, Elizabeth MacIsaac, the love of choral music and the challenge of performance. Ensemble Laude is an award winning women’s choir that performs in the Victoria area, presenting two major concerts annually plus special events at various sites. The choir has been performing since 1996 and enjoys a reputation for excellence in choral performance.
The Assistant Director is a paid part-time contract position. The Assistant Director will be a singing member of the choir. She will conduct a minimum of 2 complete rehearsals per month over the course of the Fall/Winter season, in preparation for performances. Season rehearsals run on weekends and Tuesday evenings. The Assistant is expected to attend the weekend rehearsals (time TBD), lead the Tuesday rehearsals, and will direct some of the repertoire in season’s performances.
Salary is $1500 for the Winter season. The season runs from Sept.-Dec./14.
- Interested candidates can email their resume and cover letter to contact@ensemblelaude.org
- Application deadline is June 9, 2014 at 5 PM.
Assistant Director Job Responsibilities
The Assistant Director leads the ensemble on Tuesday rehearsals, and works in tandem with the Artistic Director in regards to score interpretation, score markings and singer preparedness. The Assistant Director will conduct a minimum of 2 complete rehearsals per month in preparation for performances.
Specific Position Responsibilities
The Assistant Director will:
- Sing in Ensemble Laude, thus will be available to rehearse on Tuesday evenings and weekend rehearsals with the Artistic Director from Sept. through Dec. 2014.
- Direct rehearsals, sectionals and performances at the discretion of the Artistic Director; working with the the Artistic Director in regards to score interpretation, score markings and singer preparedness.
- Evaluate/report to Artistic Director areas for additional focus by Ensemble Laude members at rehearsals and/or performances.
- On rehearsal evenings, oversee set-up of rehearsal space and tear-down at the end of each rehearsal.
- Assist Artistic Director in auditioning new members.
- In consultation with the Artistic Director and/or the Board President or designate, arrange for an appropriate substitute in the event she is absent from a rehearsal.
Position Requirements
- Must qualify and actively participate as a singer of Ensemble Laude
- Must have 2 years conducting training at the undergraduate level or equivalent in experience.
- Must be an energetic, "people person"
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Availability: Lead rehearsals (twice per month), attend Tues. rehearsals, and lead additional rehearsals at the discretion of the Artistic Director
- Participate in winter season concert – per current concert schedule
- Be available to conduct the choir in other opportunities outside normal concert venues
- Begin choir rehearsals in Sept./14 and serve as Assistant Director from Sept. 2 – Dec. 19/14
- Piano skills sufficient to support choral conducting
- Training and experience in applied vocal technique
- Ability to work as a member of team
- Good sense of humour
- Well-respected within the local music community
How to Apply:
Please submit your resumé with 3 references (with contact information), and a cover letter that includes a statement of your strengths and why you are interested in this position, to: contact@ensemblelaude.org by June 9/14 at 5 PM.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed and selected applicants will be given the opportunity to conduct a rehearsal of Ensemble Laude.
Remuneration: This is a contract position. The position is expected to be filled for the September 2014 start of the winter choral season with possibility for extension into the Spring choral season.
Contact Information:
Marilyn Wolovick: marilyn.wolovick@gmail.com 250-418-0590
Meghan Robertson: mamagrrrl@gmail.com 250-746-8971
Please visit our website for further information about Ensemble Laude.
http://www.ensemblelaude.org
