FYT Musical Director- Freelance
FYT Musical Director- Freelance
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Falkirk Youth Theatre (FYT) is run by Falkirk Council Arts team and exists to provide youth theatre activities in the Falkirk area. The group has a membership of 100 young people aged from 7 – 18 years. Throughout the year there are a range of opportunities offered to members including skills workshops, musical theatre performances and devised theatre, with young people split into different age groups.
Project Brief – Musical Director
We are seeking to engage an experienced Musical Director to work on the production of ‘Hades Town Teen Edition’ with our senior group (Age 11-18). This is a freelance position for someone with proven experience and passion for working in Youth Theatre, and the ability to MD a main stage production whilst developing the skills and confidence of young people.
The post holder will be responsible for
• Attending weekly sessions to teach vocal technique and musical numbers to young people
• Liaising with a production team to ensure a cohesive artistic vision
• Attending all rehearsals and performances
• Creating a positive working environment of mutual respect for all parties
• Having the musical numbers ready for performance by w/c 2nd November 2026
Dates and Times:
Sundays 2026, 1pm-4pm in Grangemouth Town Hall (unless otherwise stated)
Term 2
1st March
8th March
BREAK
19th April
26th April
MAY HOLIDAY - NO SESSIONS
10th May
17th May
24th May
31st May
7th June
14th June
21st June
Fee - Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 11 week term £990
Term 3
16th August
23rd August
30th August
BREAK
13th September
20th September
27th September
4th October
Fee - Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 7 week term £630.00
Term 4
25th October
1st November
Tues 3rd November Tech
Wed 4th November Dress 1
Fri 6th November Dress 2
Sat 7th November Shows 1 & 2
Sun 8th November Show 3
Fee - Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 2 week term £180.00
Show Fee (Tues – Sun calls)
£700.00
You will be required at all of these rehearsals and performances
Total Fee Payable: £2,500.00
Responsible to: Hazel Beattie, Arts Development Officer Performing Arts
Terms: This is a Freelance position. Postholders will need to be in possession of, or willing to obtain, PVG Registration. The post-holder must maintain adequate Public Liability Insurance and shall produce evidence of this prior to commencing this engagement. Adequate Liability shall provide cover for not less than £5,000,000 (five million pounds) per claim for each policy
Person specification
• Relevant qualification in Music
• Proven experience in working with young people
• Proven experience in MD role for medium to large scale theatre productions
• ability to work individually and as part of a team
• ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
• a genuine interest and passion for the role of Youth Theatre
• Full clean driving license preferred
Applications
To be considered for this position, please send:
• An up to date CV
• A letter of interest summarising your experience to date and why you are interested and suitable for this position
• Details of two referees by 5pm on Friday 30th January 2026 to
Hazel Beattie
Arts Development Officer Performing Arts
hazel.beattie@falkirk.gov.uk
