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 Dance. 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:

Candidate resides in Washtenaw county
Strong leadership skills
Independent thinker with the ability to self-direct as needed
BFA in dance OR equivalent performance experience
Professional performance experience preferred
Patient, kind, compassionate
Disciplinarian as it relates to student instruction and program policies
Highly-motivated and passionate to teach and mentor
Keen artistic eye

The YDI Artistic Director position includes the following responsibilities: 

EDUCATION

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

ANNUAL PRODUCTION

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

GRANTS AND FUNDING

Assist JRD staff in grant writing, researching, and reporting for YDI specific activties
Participate in all JRD fundraising efforts
Be sure grant obligations are fulfilled ad pertaining to YDI

MENTORSHIP & INTERNSHIPS

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

GENERAL

Schedule, setup and run auditions
Plan and schedule all performances (showcases and concerts)
Monthly meeting with Jodie Randolph. Weekly meeting with YDI Directors.
Set and collect volunteer hours and establish needs
Communicate directly with dancers and parents
Write and update dancer contracts each season
Set policies and rules for program along with Jodie Randolph and YDI Directors
Develop and oversee a marketing plan for all YDI events including performances and education workshops
Develop and oversee a recruitment marketing plan for each season
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.