Each spring, students may apply for Drama Guild leadership positions for the following school year. These roles offer a meaningful opportunity to grow as leaders, collaborate closely with peers and staff, and play an active role in shaping our productions and community.

With the exception of Assistant Director and Assistant Stage Manager, all positions are year-long and support both the Fall Play and Spring Musical. Student leaders work in collaboration with the Drama Guild Director and, in some cases, parent volunteer leaders, to help guide their respective areas.

Student leadership in Drama Guild is rooted in collaboration and responsibility. While student leaders are trusted with meaningful ownership of their work, all roles operate under the guidance of the Drama Guild Director, who maintains final approval over major decisions to ensure consistency, safety, and the overall success of the production.

Because these roles are essential to the program, student leaders are expected to communicate clearly, meet deadlines, and follow through on their responsibilities. Support and guidance will always be provided, and regular check-ins will help ensure students are set up for success. If expectations are not being met, the Director will meet with the student to problem-solve and determine next steps.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

CLASS OFFICERS

Sophomore / Junior / Senior Class Officer

Primary Role: Represent and support their grade while helping maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-informed Drama Guild community.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a point of contact and safe, supportive resource for all Drama Guild members

• Share and reinforce announcements, deadlines, and important updates

• Advocate for peers when appropriate and communicate concerns constructively

• Help foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment

• Assist with activities such as warm-ups, games, and community-building moments

• Support Drama Guild events and productions as needed based on skills and availability

• Meet with Drama Guild Director when requested

• Senior Class Officer may assist with select administrative tasks (e.g., signatures for deposits)

Communications Officer 

Primary Role: Ensure clear, consistent communication so all Drama Guild members stay informed and organized.

Responsibilities:

• Share, clarify, and reinforce announcements, deadlines, and important information

• Track participation and logistics (e.g., team assignments, sign-ups, forms, fees)

• Help identify gaps in communication and ensure information reaches all members

• Support organization of Drama Guild records and lists

• Promote clear, respectful, and effective communication within the group

• Assist peers in navigating questions, confusion, or miscommunication

Wellness Officer 

Primary Role: Promote a healthy, supportive environment by encouraging physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Encourage healthy habits during busy periods (rest, hydration, time management)

• Serve as a supportive peer listener when students need someone to talk to

• Help maintain a positive and balanced rehearsal environment

• Recognize when concerns may need to be elevated to an adult

• Promote respectful communication and help de-escalate conflict when appropriate

• Support morale and community care throughout the production process

Tech Officer

Primary Role: Support communication between performers, crew members, designers, technicians, and student leaders so that all areas of the production can work together effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the needs of the technical theater students are represented and communicated effectively

• Bring forward questions, concerns, and ideas related to technical theater in a constructive and solution-focused manner

• Help identify communication gaps that may affect rehearsals or productions

• Promote teamwork and mutual respect across all areas of Drama Guild

• Help communicate important production information to technical teams 

• Encourage participation and involvement in technical theater opportunities

• Support recruitment, training, and retention of students interested in backstage and technical work

MARKETING / MEDIA

Marketing Manager & Assistant Marketing Manager

Primary Role: Lead efforts to promote productions and increase audience engagement and ticket sales.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement marketing strategies for each production

• Organize teams for flyer distribution and outreach efforts

• Coordinate fundraising initiatives (ad & shout-out sales, donations, raffles, etc.)

• Connect with local businesses and community members for sponsorships

• Collaborate with Social Media Manager to align messaging and branding

• Track marketing progress and adjust strategies as needed

• Manager leads planning and execution; Assistant supports and learns the process

Social Media Manager & Assistant Social Media Manager

Primary Role: Create and manage engaging social media content that promotes Drama Guild and builds community interest.

Responsibilities:

• Post required announcements (auditions, cast lists, performances, etc.)

• Create original content (behind-the-scenes, highlights, interactive posts)

• Maintain consistent and appropriate online presence for Drama Guild

• Collaborate with Marketing team to support promotional goals

• Monitor engagement and adjust content strategies

• Manager leads content planning; Assistant supports and learns

TECH & DESIGN STUDENT LEADS

Properties Master & Assistant

Primary Role: Plan, organize, and manage all props for the production. 

Responsibilities:

• Read the script and attend table read

• Create a complete prop list during the first week of rehearsals, and update it as needed/requested

• Determine how each prop will be sourced (built, borrowed, purchased)

• Communicate progress and any delays promptly

• Organize and label prop tables/carts backstage

• Ensure proper use, storage, and return of all props

• Address lost or damaged props quickly

• Manager leads; Assistant supports and learns

Hair & Make-Up Lead & Assistant

Primary Role: Design and coordinate all hair and make-up looks for the production.

Responsibilities:

• Read the script and attend table read; create initial design list

• Develop and finalize character looks by established deadlines

• Recruit and organize a team to execute designs efficiently

• Ensure all cast members are performance-ready on time

• Submit purchase requests by required deadlines

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of supplies

• Manager leads; Assistant supports and learns

Costume Lead & Assistant

Primary Role: Design and coordinate all costumes for the production.

Responsibilities:

• Read the script and attend table read; create costume list

• Design costumes, including all costume changes for each character, by required deadlines

• Coordinate sourcing/creation, organization, and tracking of costumes

• Submit purchase requests in a timely manner

• Ensure costumes are ready, labeled, and maintained

• Assist with fittings and adjustments as needed

• Manager leads; Assistant supports and learns

Lighting Designer & Assistant

Primary Role: Design and execute lighting that supports the storytelling of the production.

Responsibilities:

• Read the script and attend table read; draft initial cue list

• Collaborate with Director and Technical Director on final design

• Program lighting cues prior to tech week

• Refine and adjust cues during tech rehearsals 

• Assign and train spotlight operators

• Run lighting board for all tech rehearsals and performances

• Ensure lighting equipment is used safely and effectively

• Manager leads; Assistant supports and learns

Sound Designer & Assistant

Primary Role: Design and manage all sound elements, including sound effects and microphones.

Responsibilities:

• Read the script and attend table read; draft initial sound cue list

• Collaborate with Director and Technical Director on final design

• Program cues prior to tech week

• Assign and manage microphones for performers, making sure mics are always on when they need to be on and muted when they should be muted 

• Run mic checks and ensure proper functionality

• Balance sound with live or recorded music as needed

• Run sound board for all tech rehearsals and performances

• Troubleshoot sound issues during rehearsals and performances

• Manager leads; Assistant supports and learns

STAGE MANAGEMENT / DIRECTION

Stage Manager & Assistant Stage Managers

Primary Role: Coordinate during rehearsals and performances to ensure organization, communication, and smooth execution.

Responsibilities:

• Take attendance and maintain rehearsal records

• Make sure the stage is cleared or set appropriately for the beginning of each rehearsal

• Track blocking and take blocking notes

• Take line notes during run-throughs once performers are off book

• Send detailed rehearsal reports to Director, Technical Director, and Student Team Leads after each rehearsal

• Communicate with all production teams to track progress

• Organize and run scene transition plans with shift crew

• Post and maintain backstage transition notes

• Call cues and coordinate backstage during performances

• ASMs support all areas; one ASM monitors the booth during performances

Assistant Director(s)

Primary Role: Support the Director in maintaining an efficient, focused, and productive rehearsal process.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with rehearsal organization and note-taking

• Help maintain focus and productivity during rehearsals

• Support blocking and staging documentation

• Watch rehearsals from different seats/angles to ensure the "stage picture" and sound balance is effective from all angles

• Lead warm-ups or activities as needed

• Direct one scene per production (as assigned)

• Run fight/lift/fall call during tech week and performances, and help ensure that mic check happens on time

• Provide support to cast and Director throughout the process

All student leadership positions operate within the Drama Guild leadership structure.

Student leaders report to the Director and Technical Director, as well as any parent volunteer leads in their area.

The chain of command is: Director → Technical Director → Parent Leads → Student Leads.

No major decisions may be made without appropriate approval.