Collaborative Pianist (Accompanist) Please see Special Instructions for more details. ECU requires applicants to submit an electronic candidate profile in order to be considered for the position at www.jobs.ecu.eduThe following items are required to upload:Curriculum Vitae/ResumeCover letterList of References3-5 original Letters of Reference and official transcripts will be required of the candidate of choice for this position. If selected as candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of References submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered meeting this requirement. Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Collaborative Pianist (Accompanist) Position Number 929966 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH School of Theatre and Dance Department Homepage https://theatredance.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department THEATRE&DANCE,SCH OF Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Instructional Consultant Working Title Collaborative Pianist Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Recruitment Range Commensurate with Qualifications Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research Organizational Unit Overview

The School of Theatre and Dance is dedicated to providing undergraduate students with superior, professional training in theatre and dance. In our rigorous, conservatory-style training within a liberal arts setting, students are taught and mentored by a diverse faculty of active professionals, who work to prepare them intellectually, artistically, and practically, to be leaders in their chosen profession.

The ECU School of Theatre and Dance is guided by the following core principles:

Excellence
We strive to maintain a high standard of excellence in our classrooms, rehearsal halls and stage productions, celebrating the individual strengths, talents and dreams of our students while providing professional quality productions to Eastern North Carolina.

Professionalism
Through a nurturing yet demanding work environment, centered on adhering to performance industry standards, we seek to create graduates who are competitive in their chosen field and also fully prepared to transfer their skills to related fields.

Diversity
We believe our student body, faculty, staff and the stories we tell, must reflect the vast diversity of our community and our world. We give students the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society.

Artistic Risk
The essence of making art is to take risks. We ask our students to challenge themselves and allow them the space to make both their successes and failures spectacular. We believe this is how new and innovative forms of creative expression are made.

Community
We recognize and value the impact artists and arts education can have on a community. We encourage our students to be artists, as well as fully engaged citizens, who understand the responsibility and eagerly accept the opportunity to make an impact in their field, our community, and the global community.

Job Duties

Accompanist – Dance and Musical Theatre – East Carolina University School of Theatre and Dance (NAST accredited) seeks a highly accomplished piano accompanist for a well-established and rigorous university BFA programs in Dance and Musical Theatre. Responsibilities include providing expert piano accompaniment for dance classes in both ballet and modern disciplines as well as serving as the accompanist for Musical theatre classes, vocal lessons, and productions for the ECU/Loessin Playhouse and the Archie Burnett Studio Theatre productions during the academic year.

This position is responsible for the support services for the BFA Dance Performance Degree, the BFA Theatre Arts in Musical Theater Degree, and the co-curricular production mission of the SoTD’s ECU/Loessin Playhouse and Dance Theatre, this position may also be asked to teach one course per semester on an as-needed basis.

Minimum Education/Experience

Master’s degree in music or related field is required. In addition, qualified applicants must have at least three years experience in playing for all styles of musical theatre repertoire, excellent sight-reading skills, and substantial experience in accompanying for dance and/or musical theatre productions at the university or professional level.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

n/a

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Master of Music in Piano performance or comparable degree (MFA preferred). Additional desirable skills include background in voice (specifically Contemporary Commercial Music singing styles), music direction, music improvisation, music technologies and software, and percussion skills.

Special Instructions to Applicant

ECU requires applicants to submit an electronic candidate profile in order to be considered for the position at www.jobs.ecu.edu

The following items are required to upload:
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Cover letter
List of References

3-5 original Letters of Reference and official transcripts will be required of the candidate of choice for this position. If selected as candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of References submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered meeting this requirement.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 04/18/2019 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 05/02/2019 Rank Level Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting http://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/27746 AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation
2. Media File