Artistic Director for Urban Dance Programme
Tanz+ Zwicky is hiring a visionary leader to head our urban dance program, develop talented dancers, and foster a strong community.
We seek an experienced Artistic Director to lead and grow our Urban Dance department. Your responsibilities will include developing high-quality programs, nurturing talent, and managing a team of instructors.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in urban dance and choreography, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in competitive dance and program development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Curriculum Development: Design and implement engaging curricula for urban dance classes.
2. Choreography: Create captivating dance pieces for performances and events.
3. Class Management: Oversee the delivery of high-quality dance classes, ensuring a positive learning environment.
4. Competitive Dance Team Management: Lead and guide our competitive dance teams to success.
5. Marketing and Community Building: Promote our urban dance program and engage with the local community to build a strong network of supporters.
Requirements:
1. A Master's degree in Choreography or a related field from a Swiss university is preferred.
2. Higher education in economics, business administration, or international relations, with a focus on dance and arts, is also valuable.
3. Prior experience in dance instruction, choreography, and arts management is essential.
4. A successful track record in curating dance festivals and events, as well as project writing, budgeting, and fundraising, is highly desirable.
5. Experience working with diverse funding bodies and a strong understanding of the arts industry are necessary for this role.