Overview
FYT Musical Director- Freelance Jobs in Falkirk, UK at Falkirk Community Trust
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
Fee – Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 11 week term £990
Term 3
Fee – Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 7 week term £630.00
Term 4
Fee – Based on £30.00 per hour x 3 hours per week 2 week term £180.00
You will be required at all of these rehearsals and performances
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
- 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
Applications
To be considered for this position, please send:
- 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
Arts Development Officer Performing Arts
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Title: FYT Musical Director- Freelance
Company: Falkirk Community Trust
Location: Falkirk, UK
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