What are the responsibilities and job description for the WAUK-PAC Director (Spring) position at Waukegan Community Unit District 60?
- 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.
- 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.
JobID: 6379
Position Type:
Co-Curricular/Activities/Music and Arts
Co-Curricular/Activities/Music and Arts
Date Posted:
11/7/2025
11/7/2025
Location:
Waukegan High School
Waukegan High School
Closing Date:
11/12/2025
11/12/2025
WAUK-PAC Director (Spring)
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.
Responsibilities:
Necessary skills and qualifications:
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.