Rehearsal Director/ Second Company (Cb2)

ABOUT CINCINNATI BALLET:

Cincinnati Ballet is recognized as a premier ballet company, acclaimed for inspiring excellence through the power of dance, attracting world-class artists, and building a supportive and diverse audience. In its 58th season, the organization has recently completed a historic and watershed $31M capital campaign for the new Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance and have announced the appointment of Artistic Director Jodie Gates starting in 2022-2023 season. With an operating budget of $11.5M and an endowment of $14M, Cincinnati Ballet is in a strong financial position to move into the future.

Cincinnati Ballet has embarked on a reflective yet forward-thinking initiative to build and grow our footprint as an organization that believes Dance is for everyone by everyone. We are passionate about creating art that is innovative, reflective, and accessible. We will continue to create a professional and educational environment that is a safe place for expression for anyone who intersects with our organization. Through our inclusive environment, we empower everyone to share their unique stories, points of view, and ideas as we continually learn, improve, and develop.

Position Summary

The Rehearsal Director/Second Company Director (CB2) is a member of the Artistic leadership team, reporting directly to the Artistic Director. This highly visible role is responsible for the implementation of the Artistic Vision of the Company and the Second Company in the preparation and delivery of all performances. This unique role will have oversite to the development of all levels of dancers while maintaining Cincinnati Ballet’s artistic integrity and ensuring a safe and inclusive working environment. The Rehearsal Director/CB2 will work on establishing advanced training offerings and performance opportunities for CB2 dancers while stewarding their career development with a focus on professional placement at the completion of their training. The Rehearsal Director/CB2 will be an ambassador and spokesperson for the CB2 program and will ensure artistic objectives are met.

Interaction

The Rehearsal Director/CB2 is a public-facing position with a high degree of interactivity with dancers, choreographers, and stagers. This position interacts extensively with the entire Artistic, Production, and Academy + Education department as well as. They may also collaborate with Marketing, Development, and Administration on occasion.

Interpersonal Communication/Teamwork

Exhibits a strong capacity to work collaboratively, positively, and professionally with fellow staff and artists. Operates as a key member of the team that is deeply invested in the artistic caliber of the organization. Demonstrates diplomacy and tact. Has a strong grasp of what constitutes appropriate and inclusive language when working with diverse individuals. Develops effective working relationships at all levels and values these relationships as critical to effective work.

Dependability/Punctuality

The Rehearsal Director/CB2 must be highly dependable in fulfilling all rehearsal classes, meetings, and follow-up communication. Punctuality and preparedness are essential responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate the rehearsal requirements to dancers and lead rehearsals through demonstration.
• Work with the Artistic Director and other Artistic Staff to assist in scheduling.
• Assist with the effective management of the dancers so that a high level of professional excellence and morale is maintained.
• Assist Artistic Director in overseeing all audition organization and management including traveling outside of the state.
• In collaboration with the Artistic Director, provide timely dancer assessments.
• Rehearse and maintain standards of existing repertoire, maximizing dancers’ technical and artistic capability, and in the absence of the original choreographer or producer, be fully aware of the choreographer’s artistic intentions in learning the work.
• Ensure the Artist’s Expectations are implemented and respected in rehearsals by choreographers, répétiteurs, guest teachers, and dancers.
• On occasion, stage or choreograph for the Company or CB2 programming.
• Work closely with the Production Team and the Company Manager to ensure dancers are prepared for performances.
• Attend and monitor all performances to ensure that artistic and professional excellence is maintained.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of the CB2 program in alignment with Cincinnati Ballet’s artistic vision. Including the administration of the program, educational assessment standards for recruitment, onboarding, and care for the “whole” CB2 dancer.
• Support the maintenance of dancers’ technique by providing classes and warm-ups at an outstanding level and delivering individual and remedial coaching as necessary to all ranks of artists.
• Commit to maintaining effective teamwork within the studio, exampling genuine collaboration.
• Participate in the provision of a safe working environment, adhering to the Company’s policies at all times.
• Assist in the staging of new work, recording, and documenting changes in choreography as required.
• Maintain a deep commitment to Cincinnati Ballet’s principles of Identity, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IIDEA) through programming and relationships that prioritize inclusion and belonging, welcome and celebrate cultural differences and all socioeconomic backgrounds, and provide a safe space for expression for all participants.
• Support Cincinnati Ballet’s Summer Program, by teaching and coaching Professional Training Division (PTD) students.
• In collaboration with the Artistic Team, monitor stage rehearsals to ensure that all choreography is accurately reproduced.
• Provide feedback and coaching to all dancers in an effort to improve the level of performance.

KEY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Desire to learn and grow in rehearsal practices and leadership development.
• Proven ability to work sensitively and effectively with people from a variety of different ethnic, socio-economic, educational, religious, sexual orientation, gender diverse, and generational backgrounds.
• In-depth knowledge of classical and contemporary ballet and experience coaching professional dancers.
• Effective administrator with a collaborative spirit, strong attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
• Professional dance experience required.
• Nurturing demeanor with the ability to exercise authority and discipline when necessary.
• Clear and compassionate communicator.
• Proficient in modern technologies including but not limited to MS Office and Zoom.
• Strong experience in staging. Choreographic experience is appreciated.
• 3-5 years’ experience working as a Rehearsal Director/Second Company Director or a stager or hybrid of experience in these areas.
• Highly experienced teacher.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Please include a biography and cover letter with your resume.
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at the time of employment, as defined by the CDC.
• To be considered for this position, candidates must be willing to complete a background check.
• Candidates will be asked to teach sample class(es).

EXPECTED WORK HOURS AND TRAVEL:

• Must be able to work a highly flexible schedule which may include weekday and/or weekend hours between 9 am and 6:00 pm. Most hours are scheduled in advance, but weekly flexibility is required. Hours change seasonally.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT:

Cincinnati Ballet believes our organization and our art is an inclusive space. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identification, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. We invite you to join us!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT (statement)

Dance is for everyone by everyone.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility move us.

Cincinnati Ballet is committed to transform our company to be more reflective of the diversity in our communities onstage, backstage, and in our offices, studios, classrooms, and boardroom.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are foundational to the mission and values of Cincinnati Ballet. We welcome and celebrate cultural differences, all socioeconomic backgrounds, and embrace our responsibility to provide and prioritize access, inclusion, and belonging.

We are passionate about creating art that is innovative, reflective, and accessible. We will continue to create a professional and educational environment that is a safe place for expression for anyone who intersects with our organization. Through our inclusive environment, we empower everyone to share their unique stories, points of view, and ideas as we continually learn, improve, and develop.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Rehearsal Director/Second Company Director, stager or hybrid: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person