Choreographer

Company Overview

Established in 1981, The Centre In The Square Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation and registered charity dedicated to leading Kitchener-Waterloo Region premier live destination. With over 140 annual events, Centre In The Square showcases top local, national, and international talent, enriching the cultural and entertainment landscape with live performances of all genres. Located in Downtown Kitchener, the performing arts centre is a cultural hub that also houses the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery and partners with local groups like the Grand Philharmonic Choir. Emphasizing on multidisciplinary programming and accessibility, Centre In The Square offers diverse artistic experiences for all ages, supporting artists and major national and international touring productions with state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise.

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Choreographer who is creative, organized and adaptable to oversee and manage all the choreographic elements of the theatre’s Summer Camps.

Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Choreographer will oversee the choreographic program requirements during the planning and program delivery for the eight week Summer Camp program which culminates with a fully staged musical theatre production at the end of each two-week session. Session 1 & 3 and Session 2 & 4 are the same show but with each session we create a unique experience for the campers.

 Through strategic programming choices, the Choreographer will enable children and/or youth to develop skills, make friends, socialize and build self-esteem. In addition, as the Choreographer, will be accountable for day-to-day choreographic requirements for all camp programming, operations while ensuring camp activities are safe, inclusive and high quality.

The Choreographer will assist the Camp Director to oversee program delivery with approximately 40 staff including Head Program Instructors, Program Supervisors, Counsellors and Volunteers in regards to the choreographic components of all camp programming. The Choreographer will also be involved in the creative process of selecting and developing the dance and movement content for camp programming.

Detailed Job Description:

In conjunction with the overall program objectives outlined by the Camp Director, the Choreographer will:

·        Design, provide and implement a detailed program outline as it relates to all the choreographic programming of camp; including preparation outlines/timeline, details of the program, and learning outcomes for campers and staff for Kinder Camp, Junior Stars, and CentreStage camps.

·        Responsible for choreographing and teaching the dance elements of the camps including Junior Stars and CentreStage and overseeing the choreographic elements of Kinder Camp during prep hours and other related tasks as required

·        Provide leadership to help create, rehearse and present camp performance on the Thursday night that includes all camp participants

·        Prioritize child well-being, safety and protection in all situations, programs and activities

·        Serves as a liaison with parents, reinforcing Centre In The Square’s customer service, diversity and inclusion (special needs, ethno-cultural, English as second language, socio-economic)

·        With the Camp and Musical Director, plan and schedule camp staff resources, routines, schedules and procedures to ensure successful program delivery as it relates to the musical and dance components of Camp 

·        Foster positive learning environment for all campers and staff

·        Provide daily direction and support for all counsellors, head program instructors and other camp staff

·        Teach daily performing arts related skills to campers

·        Identify and request camp supplies in accordance to Centre In The Square policies and budget

·        Reports all incidents promptly and thoroughly to the Theatre using incident/accident report forms and records, including registration information, permission and waiver forms and timesheets

·        Provide daily direction and support to instructors, supervisors and counsellors as required

·        Provide feedback and future recommendations to the Theatre upon conclusion of the camp