Congratulations on Advancing in the Selection Process for State Director for The ARTS!

We’re excited to welcome you to the next stage in your journey to become a State Director for The ARTS with Applause International!

As part of this process, we’ve provided a form for you to complete, along with links to our website and promo video to help you familiarize yourself with our mission, values, and the incredible opportunities this role offers.

Please take a moment to complete the form and explore the resources provided. We can’t wait to learn more about you and your passion for the performing arts!

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Take some time to explore our website and learn more about the mission, vision, and programs that make Applause International a leader in the performing arts industry. Understanding our core values and opportunities will give you deeper insight into the exciting role of a State Director for The ARTS. It will also assist in helping you interview better should you qualify for a live interview with our team members, Marlana Glaeser and Alex Myers.

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First name

Last name

Phone Number

Okay to text?

Yes

Birthday

City, State

Is English your primary language? Are you bilingual or multilingual? If so, which languages do you speak?

Do you have any experience in the performing arts or fashion? Answering "no" will NOT impact the outcome of your hiring process. We are simply curious!

What excites you most about the opportunity to join the Applause International family?

Describe how your past experiences in performing arts, fashion, sales, or other relevant fields have prepared you for this role.

What personal qualities or strengths make you uniquely suited for the role of a State Director?

Two Part Question: This role offers flexibility but requires discipline and time management. How would you structure your week to balance this role with other commitments? How many hours a week do you plan to devote to this role?

How do you approach balancing a sales-driven mindset with building authentic, supportive relationships with families who may be hesitant or uncertain about participating in The ARTS Showcase?

What tools, technology, or strategies have you used in the past to track and manage relationships or sales leads?

You encounter a situation where a prospective talent or their family needs more information, but you’re unsure of the answer. How would you handle this?

What online or local resources would you use to scout new talent in your state?

What do you believe you can uniquely bring to Applause International as a State Director?

If applicable, please share a link to your portfolio, past projects, or any other work that showcases your experience.

Describe your comfort level with using technology (e.g., spreadsheets, social media, email campaigns) to organize events and track progress."

Sharing your social media allows us to better understand your personal brand, communication style, and any connection you might have to the performing arts, fashion or related industries.

Please rate yourself on the following skills based on a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "novice" and 5 being "expert." This will help us understand your strengths and areas for growth as a potential State Director for The ARTS: Beginning with -- SALES ABILITY:

Public Speaking and Presentation:

Time Management:

Leadership and Team Collaboration:

Problem-solving skills:

Adaptability and Flexibility:

Interpersonal Relationships (Or relationship building):

Event Planning and Organization:

Technology Proficiency:

I understand that all materials, questions, and scenarios provided during the interview process are the proprietary property of Applause International. I agree not to disclose, share, or discuss the content of this process with anyone outside of Applause.

Congratulations on Advancing in the Selection Process for State Director for The ARTS!

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THANK YOU! Please allow us 48 hours to hear from us. You may reach out to Marlana at marlana@artsdreamteam.com with any questions.

THANK YOU!
Please allow us 48 hours to hear from us.
You may reach out to Marlana at marlana@artsdreamteam.com with any questions.