Young Dancers Initiative
Ann Arbor Director

Position Description
Jodie Randolph Dance (founded in 2012) is a professional contemporary dance company based in southeast, MI under the direction of choreographer Jodie Randolph. 

The company is comprised of highly-trained professional dancers and presents full length productions both locally, nationally, and internationally. JRD offers seminars, workshops, master classes, intensives, residencies, open rehearsals, pre/post performance discussions and a growing list of community outreach programs.

Young Dancers Initiative is a professional training program under the leadership of Jodie Randolph. YDI's intent is to mentor students wishing to pursue dance after high school with a focus on contemporary, concert dance training.

We are seeking an Artistic Director for our YDI Ann Arbor company with the following characteristics:

1. Prefer candidate resides in Washtenaw county
2. Strong leadership skills
3. Independent thinker with the ability to self-direct as needed
4. BFA in dance OR equivalent performance experience
5. Professional performance experience preferred
6. Patient, kind, compassionate
7. Disciplinarian as it relates to student instruction and program policies
8. Highly-motivated and passionate to teach and mentor
9. Keen artistic eye

The YDI Director position includes the following responsibilities: 

EDUCATION

1. Research new performance and educational opportunities 
2. Oversee city specific educational events
3. Teach advanced level contemporary classes
4. Be creative in how each student is engaged to pursue their interests 

ANNUAL PRODUCTION

1. Schedule and be present at all rehearsals and performances for YDI
2. Coordinate choreography intensive
3. Select and hire choreographers with approval from Jodie Randolph
4. Set up in-studio showings
5. Develop and oversee a marketing plan
6. Book venue for annual concert
7. Work with choreographer on costuming, lighting, etc.

GRANTS AND FUNDING

1. Assist JRD staff in grant writing, researching, and reporting for YDI specific activties
2. Participate in all JRD fundraising efforts
3. Be sure grant obligations are fulfilled 

MENTORSHIP & INTERNSHIPS

1. Encourage and select student choreographers
2. Mentor students by holding conferences and developing their professional resume
3. Identify students strengths and engagement with YDI

GENERAL

1. Schedule, setup and run auditions
2. Plan and schedule all performances (showcases and concerts)
3. Monthly meeting with Jodie Randolph. Weekly meeting with YDI Directors.
4. Set and collect volunteer hours and establish needs
5. Communicate directly with dancers and parents
6. Write and update dancer contracts each season
7. Set policies and rules for program along with Jodie Randolph and YDI Directors
8. Develop and oversee a marketing plan for all YDI events including performances and education workshops
9. Develop and oversee a recruitment marketing plan for each season
10. Be sure website is up to date with accurate information

Compensation:
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. This is a part-time position. 

Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates should e-mail cover letter and résumé to: jodie@jodierandolphdance.org.

Jodie Randolph Dance IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, or enrollment in a college, university, technical school, or adult education.
All inquiries are kept confidential.