Description

Our current goal - to create contemporary dance and performances studio, where we could form a troupe of talented dancers. Later we would like to form troupe of contemporary ballet among the most gifted dancers and finally we are going to create first contemporary ballet performance in our country. To do this we need a help of a talented choreographer with experience in contemporary dance and ballet.

Typical responsibilities will include:
* producing unique choreography
* planning each movement of the dancers
* ensuring that dancers are fully rehearsed
* using dance notation to record movements
* helping to select dancers for specific roles
* discussing requirements with costume designers, artistic directors and producers
* teaching steps to the performers
* attending rehearsals
* teaching dance techniques
* organising and participating in community workshops

Highlights

* You will have the opportunity to learn and observe Kazakhstan and live in its modern capital Astana;
* You will have the unique opportunity to teach young dancers and finally to create first perfomance in contemporary ballet in Kazakhstan. It is an invaluable opportunity for future careers;
* You will improve your Russian;
* Support and assistance of Agency staff;
* Accommodation and pocket money (around 250 Euros per month) for a job of 40 hours a week to be provided by the Agency.

Qualifications

It is a specialist position, requiring ACADEMIC BACKGROUND, big experience in dance and a natural flair:

- He/She must have good health and physical stamina, along with flexibility, agility, coordination, and grace, a sense of rhythm, a feeling for music, and a creative ability to express themselves through movement;
- Choreographer need to be patient, flexible, creative and imaginative by nature with excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Choreographer must possess good problem-solving skills and an ability to work with not-professional dancers;
- Choreographer should be able to plan and coordinate activities;
- Knowledge of and experience of contemporary dance performances is essential;
- Position requires knowledge of spoken Russian.

Minimum Education

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

• English
• Russian

Cost in US$:

0

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Living stipend
• Registration fees

Experience Required

yes

* At least 2 years of experience in teaching contemporary dance; * Comfortable dealing with children of all age groups and not-professional dancers; * Outgoing and energetic personality; * Proven track record of reliability, professionalism, and good work ethic;

Volunteer Types

• Arts
• Culture
• Drama
• Teaching
• Volunteering

Typical Volunteer

This is a someone who want to realize their creative potential and has ambitions to create an entirely new school of contemporary dance & ballet. You must have an in-depth knowledge of dance, in order to teach it and your experience will count more than any qualifications you might possess. Of course, we expect open, decent professional with high moral standards.

Age Range

25-38

This Program is open to

American, Canadian and European Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

6-12 moths

Post Services Include

• Job and Internship Network

Perekrestok Event Agency 's Mission Statement

Our current goal - to create contemporary dance & performances studio, where we could form a troupe of talented dancers. Later we would like to form separate troupe of contemporary ballet among the most gifted dancers in order to create first performance of contemporary ballet in our country.

Year Founded

2004