Performing Artist

The purpose of the School of Dance is to identify and prepare young, talented dancers for professional performing careers. Our rigorous and nurturing conservatory approach develops technically sound, artistically sensitive and stylistically versatile dancer-artists. Distinguished full-time faculty work closely with students and share their professional expertise through a unique and comprehensive curriculum. Visiting guest artists, choreographers and company residencies bring fresh perspectives on current trends in the field. Recognizing that performing is an integral component of dance training, the School of Dance offers regular performance opportunities and is committed to presenting world-class repertory in our concerts.

The School of Dance awards the Bachelor of Fine Arts and the Undergraduate Arts Certificate with concentrations in Ballet or Contemporary Dance. Both concentrations emphasize the strong fundamentals particular to each, while looking to the other discipline for cross training, collaboration and inspiration.

Provide musical accompaniment to all dance classes.

A valid NC driver's license is a condition of employment

Monday - Friday, hourly schedule will vary.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide live music for dance classes, both ballet and contemporary strongly preferred, for approximately 25 hours a week over the course of the school year.

Secondary duties include five hours per week of additional duties as determined by the musician and supervisor. These include rehearsal, learning repertoire, playing for the NC Festival of Dance, research and special projects for the school of dance, composing or performing for SOD performances, or any other special projects for the school.

Formal study and/or special study in assigned performing art sufficient to demonstrate technical and artistic skills in music theory, composition, sight-reading, arranging, and improvisation; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Professional level facility and classical technique on piano or percussion. Extensive background accompanying ballet and contemporary dance. Sight-reading, arranging, and improvisation.

Ability to play for technique classes (contemporary and ballet), rehearsals, performances, and auditions. Ability to select and/or compose/improvise appropriate music for these settings. Ability to play piano and/or percussion.

Ability to establish effective and professional relationships with instructors, students, and staff.

This is an Exempt Professional Staff ( EPS) position. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy, and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA 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. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu