Current openings

Skilled pianist experienced in accompanying ballet technique and modern dance classes. Monday & Thursday evenings 5:30-7:30PM, and Saturday 9-10:30AM. Opportunities for additional work.  Classical and contemporary repertory. Hourly rate is $15-$30/hr depending on skills and experience. 

Send resume to:  hr@cocastl.org with “Accompanist” in the subject line. 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

COCA - Center of Creative Arts (www.cocastl.org) is a vibrant, nonprofit multidisciplinary community arts center that provides exceptional arts education through programs, performances and exhibitions.  Focusing on dance, theatre, vocal music and visual arts, programs include performances in our 400-seat theatre; over 500 educational classes, camps and workshops serving individuals aged 6 months through adult; artists' residencies; in-school programming for K-12 students; exhibitions of contemporary art; and extensive outreach to low-income youth through our nationally recognized programs.

This dynamic and fast-paced organization was founded 25 years ago and since its inception has grown to a budget of $5MM with more than 35 staff members and 300 highly qualified professional and practicing artists serving approximately 50,000 people annually.

Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the Deputy Director will partner closely with the ED to chart COCA’s future growth and strategic direction and will have both internal and external responsibilities.  The Deputy Director will provide management of COCA’s operating activities, leadership to the strategic planning process and coordination for the staff team.  Additionally, s/he will serve as a liaison to community partners and stakeholders, and cultivate relationships with public and private funders. The Controller, Director of Administration, Director of Marketing, and Director of Development report to the Deputy Director.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, salary requirements to ddsearch@cocastl.org or by mail: COCA – 524 Trinity Avenue, St. Louis, MO  63130 - Attention:  HR – Deputy Director Search.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

COCA has openings in dance for the summer, and have a particular interest in dancers with Early Childhood experience.

Requirements include:

- BA, BFA, MFA and/or extensive conservatory training/private study with respected teachers and/or professional performing experience.

- One year teaching experience and/or teaching certification.

- Three professional references

- “Audition” – Candidates are required to “audition teach” and will be observed by either the Director of Dance or the discipline director.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume to hr@cocastl.org.

Production Staff – PT (Week-Ends & Evenings)

Reports to:  Productions Manager
POSITION OVERVIEW
COCA is seeking experienced crew members to join our Production team (House Managers, Stage Crew, and Technical Assistants – Light & Sound).  

APPLICATION INFORMATION
To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and references by email to hr@cocastl.org using COCA Production Staff the subject line.

Or by mail to:

COCA – Center of Creative Arts
524 Trinity Avenue
St. Louis, MO  63130
314-725-6555
Please visit www.cocastl.org for more information about COCA

Please note: COCA is always recruiting for Production Staff even if there are no current job openings. 

COCA has openings in the visual art and design department beginning for the Fall 2013 Semester, with a particular interest in designers with Sewing, Fashion Design, and Pattern-Making experience.

Requirements include:

- BA, BFA, MFA and/or extensive training/professional experience with portfolio of accomplishments and/or examples of design work.

- One year teaching experience and/or teaching certification.

- Three professional references.

- “Audition” – Candidates are required to “audition teach” and will be observed by the discipline director.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume to hr@cocastl.org.