Work with NYT

National Youth Theatre is always looking for new tutors to help us run our wide variety of programmes. If you are a musical director or vocal coach, choreographer or dance tutor, director or drama tutor we want to hear from you. 

As Director – you will lead the creative vision for the production, work collaboratively with the other Tutors and the production team, and guide the students through the rehearsal process to deliver a high-quality performance.

As Musical Director – you will lead the musical component of the programme, teaching students vocal techniques, helping them to learn and master the songs, and preparing them to perform in front of an audience.

As Choreographer – you will teach students the dance routines and movements required for the production, using inclusive techniques and ensuring that all students can participate fully.

As General Artistic Assistant – you will provide support to the students and the tutor team, as well as managing some basic administration. This could be a development or youth role.

Please send your CV through to recruitment@nyt.nz

Currently we are actively recruiting for:

TripleThreat after school programme and AllStars Holiday programme in Auckland

National Youth Theatre is always looking for new tutors to help us run our wide variety of programmes. If you are a musical director or vocal coach, choreographer or dance tutor, director or drama tutor we want to hear from you. 

For our weekly classes and regular holiday programmes, we are looking for both triple threat performers who are confident across musical theatre disciplines, but also specialist tutors who can hone in on one area. So whether you’re a musical theatre superstar, a drama teacher with two left feet, a dancer who is tone deaf, or anywhere in between, we want your skills!

About You:

- Must be able to work well with young people/tamariki.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have relevant performing arts experience - performing or directing/choreographing/vocal coaching.
- Teaching experience preferred but not required.
- Clear, consistent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to travel to any of our core locations - Northcote, Belmont, Grey Lynn, Western Springs.
We are also looking to expand to other locations, both in Tāmaki Makaurau and throughout the country. If these locations are currently not possible for you, but you would be interested in classes in your local area, please get in touch!
- As per our Child Protection Policy you will be asked to complete a police check to ensure suitability for working with young people.

Additionally, we are always looking for specialists who are keen to share other production and performance related skills within our classes - costuming, prop/puppetmaking, design elements, accent work, etc. If you aren’t right for teaching a class, but still want to share your skills with the next generation of theatre makers, reach out to us with your cv and relevant skills!

If you are passionate about the arts and want to help young students develop their skills and talents, then we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@nyt.nz detailing why you are the ideal candidate.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Direction/Tutor team - Cats Christchurch

We are finalising our Direction team (Director/Choreographer/Musical Director) for our first programme in Ōtautahi, taking place in the first half of 2025. If you are a musical director or vocal coach, choreographer or dance tutor, director or drama tutor we want to hear from you. 

About You:

- Must be able to work well with young people/tamariki.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have relevant performing arts experience - performing or directing/choreographing/vocal coaching.
- Teaching experience preferred but not required.
- Clear, consistent written and verbal communication skills.
- Based within Christchurch or able to travel to central Christchurch locations.
- As per our Child Protection Policy you will be asked to complete a police check to ensure suitability for working with young people.

As Director – you will lead the creative vision for the production, work collaboratively with the other Tutors and the production team, and guide the students through the rehearsal process to deliver a high-quality performance.

As Musical Director – you will lead the musical component of the programme, teaching students vocal techniques, helping them to learn and master the songs, and preparing them to perform in front of an audience.

As Choreographer – you will teach students the dance routines and movements required for the production, using inclusive techniques and ensuring that all students can participate fully.

As General Artistic Assistant – you will provide support to the students and the tutor team, as well as managing some basic administration. This could be a development or youth role.

If you are passionate about the arts and want to help young students develop their skills and talents, then we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@nyt.nz detailing why you are the ideal candidate.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Costume Intern - OnStage Auckland

We are looking for an Costume Intern to work with the Head of Costumes, supporting them through the process of designing, creating, and managing the costumes for the show. This is a chance for a young creative to work alongside our Costume Team and learn more about the process of costuming a large scale production.

About You

• You have some experience sewing/making costumes or clothing, and can use a sewing machine.
• You are passionate about costuming and the arts and want to expand your skill set and understanding of what goes into a production.
• You are 16+ as of 15th February 2025.
• You are a collaborative person who works well within a team.
• You are committed to attending regular costume making workshops and meetings.

Timing

This is a role that goes through two OnStage productions, starting with Seussical taking place February - June 2025, and Wizard of Oz taking place July - December 2025.

Exact schedule is negotiable, but most costume workshops will be on Sunday afternoons and some evenings. There are key times that require more in-person involvement, such as in the lead up to production weeks. Depending on the applicant, there may be other wardrobe management responsibilities supporting our other programmes.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@nyt.nz detailing why you are the ideal candidate.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.