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Position Type: Co-Curricular/Activities/ Music and Arts
Date Posted: 11/7/2025
Location: Waukegan High School
Closing Date: 11/12/2025
District: Waukegan Community Unit District 60
WAUK-PAC Director (Spring) Responsibilities
Creative vision : Interpret the script and develop a creative vision for the production, including its overall theme, style, and mood.
Script analysis : Thoroughly read and analyze the script to understand the characters, themes, and plot.
Casting : Lead auditions and make final casting decisions with the production team.
Rehearsals : Plan and lead rehearsals, providing actors with feedback and guidance on their performances.
Design collaboration : Work closely with designers (set, costume, lighting, sound) to ensure their work aligns with the overall vision.
Blocking and pacing : Determine and communicate blocking (where actors move on stage) and ensure effective pacing and smooth transitions between scenes.
Problem-solving : Adapt to unforeseen circumstances and solve logistical challenges that arise during rehearsals or performances.
Production management : Oversee the production schedule and manage the budget.
Necessary skills and qualifications
Leadership and communication : Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills are essential for guiding a large team.
Creative and analytical : A strong creative vision and the ability to analyze a script are fundamental.
Organizational skills : Must be able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
Technical knowledge : A solid understanding of technical aspects of production like stagecraft, lighting, and sound is necessary.
Experience : Previous experience in theater, often as an assistant director or in other roles, is highly beneficial.
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application to be received by the closing date.
Only online applications will be considered.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.
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Date Posted: 11/7/2025
Location: Waukegan High School
Closing Date: 11/12/2025
District: Waukegan Community Unit District 60
WAUK-PAC Director (Spring) Responsibilities
Creative vision : Interpret the script and develop a creative vision for the production, including its overall theme, style, and mood.
Script analysis : Thoroughly read and analyze the script to understand the characters, themes, and plot.
Casting : Lead auditions and make final casting decisions with the production team.
Rehearsals : Plan and lead rehearsals, providing actors with feedback and guidance on their performances.
Design collaboration : Work closely with designers (set, costume, lighting, sound) to ensure their work aligns with the overall vision.
Blocking and pacing : Determine and communicate blocking (where actors move on stage) and ensure effective pacing and smooth transitions between scenes.
Problem-solving : Adapt to unforeseen circumstances and solve logistical challenges that arise during rehearsals or performances.
Production management : Oversee the production schedule and manage the budget.
Necessary skills and qualifications
Leadership and communication : Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills are essential for guiding a large team.
Creative and analytical : A strong creative vision and the ability to analyze a script are fundamental.
Organizational skills : Must be able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
Technical knowledge : A solid understanding of technical aspects of production like stagecraft, lighting, and sound is necessary.
Experience : Previous experience in theater, often as an assistant director or in other roles, is highly beneficial.
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application to be received by the closing date.
Only online applications will be considered.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.
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