Description
VIU Mariners Spirit is a performance & competitive dance, stunt, cheer and leadership team. The team is broken into two groups, VIU Mariners Spirit Blue (Competitive) and VIU Mariners Spirit Silver (Recreational). The team fosters community and supports student success through meaningful connection and personal growth. Team members develop graduate attributes and support other community members in developing theirs.
Position Overview
A VIU Mariners Spirit Coach/Manager worked closely with OCCEL supervisors and Mariners Spirit executive team members on operations including administration, organization and planning for the team. A student coach/manager lead team practices, performances and fundraising events while maintaining open communication with team members.
Position Requirements
This student will lead the VIU Mariners Dance Team in various capacities.
Duties of this role include:
- Develop Choreography
- Oversee and coordinate tryouts
- Manage booking
- Ensure member adhesion to code of conduct
- Organize practices
This role is filled by senior members of the dance team who have demonstrated strong commitment and leadership within their years on the team.
Graduate Attributes
Students in this position will gain skills in Oral Communication, Creative Thinking, Safe and Ethical Practices, Collaboration, Capacity to engage in Respectful Relationships.
Sign Up Directions
In order to be eligible for this position, the individual must be an active member of VIU Mariners Spirit. Tryouts for membership are held every September and occasionally in January at the VIU Gymnasium. For more information, please email MarinersSpirit@viu.ca.