REP Music Director - THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride - New Orleans

Division/Department: Rail Events Productions (REP)/Management

Reports To: Local Production Manager Type of position: Non-Exempt/Hourly Employee Classification: Seasonal

Location: New Orleans, LA

Compensation: $250 for the project About the positionThe Music Director is responsible for teaching and overseeing the musical aspects of The Polar Express™ Train Ride per the specifications set by the Rail Events Productions artistic team. This role involves working with the directing and stage management teams to ensure the cast learns and performs the music to the production’s standards and upholds the production's artistic integrity. The position is a short-term contract requiring both teaching and refining vocal performances during rehearsals.

Responsibilities: Work with the Directing and Production Stage Management Teams during music rehearsals Attend a short virtual meeting prior to the in-person rehearsal to go over the music and rehearsal expectations Teach the cast the music according to the specifications of the production Refine cast vocal performance during the allotted rehearsal time Maintain a safe, welcoming, positive, and inclusive working environment Provide a keyboard piano for rehearsals RequirementsAdvanced music comprehension Experience teaching vocal technique and/or coaching vocal performance Experience music directing theatrical productions Ability to play piano proficiently

Project DetailsREHEARSAL DATE: Friday, 12/4 - 1pm - 4pm (arrive at 12:30pm for setup) There will also be a 30 min. virtual meeting approx. 1 week prior to the in-person rehearsal date (flexible).

LOCATION: TBA (will be in New Orleans metro area)

PAY RATE: $250 stipend Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.