2012 SAN DIEGO CHARGER GIRLS AUDITIONS INFORMATION

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1 2012 SAN DIEGO CHARGER GIRLS AUDITIONS INFORMATION THE AUDITIONS The Charger Girls uphold a high standard of quality dance performance and community involvement. The Chargers organization feels strongly that the cheerleaders should complement the professionalism represented on and off the playing field. During the preliminary audition process, applicants will be judged on dance ability, crowd appeal, showmanship and individual applications. For finalists, there is an interview process and a final dance audition. HIGHLIGHTS Experience the thrill of performing in front of over 65,000 fans Perform at Chargers home games in Qualcomm Stadium Participation in the annual swimsuit calendar photo shoot Serve as ambassadors for the Chargers organization as well as the San Diego Community Bring smiles to underprivileged children National & local media exposure Work with many of the nation s top choreographers Donate time & talent at various charity events Invaluable friendships with fellow teammates REQUIREMENTS You must be at least 18 years old by the date of the preliminary audition. There is no maximum age limit. There are no height or weight requirements. Team members must have flexible schedules for twice-weekly rehearsals, games and appearances during and prior to the season. Team members must attend a mandatory weekend mini-camp. Team members must have a means of transportation. IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO MAKE A FULL ONE-YEAR COMMITMENT TO THE SAN DIEGO CHARGER GIRLS THEN YOU SHOULD NOT AUDITION! APPLICATION PROCEDURE All interested applicants should complete an application (available on-line at REGISTRATION FEE: $20.00 Pre-Registered Applicant, $25.00 Walk-Up Applicant. Check or money order made payable to e2k. A 5x7 or larger (B&W or color, head shot or full body shot) photo is required. Photo will not be returned. Mail registration fee with completed application and photo to: San Diego Charger Girls Auditions P.O. Box San Diego, CA or drop-off at: Chargers Park c/o: San Diego Charger Girls Auditions 4020 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123

2 AUDITION DATES April 15, 2012 (Preliminary Audition) April 17, 2012 (Interview Finals) April 19, 2012 (Dance Finals) FINALISTS ONLY FINALISTS ONLY LOCATION (Preliminary Audition Only) University of San Diego Jenny Craig Pavilion DIRECTIONS TO USD (Preliminary Audition Only) For recorded directions from your area, please call From the North: From the South: From the East: From the Airport: Use I-5 (south), exit at Sea World Drive and Tecolote Road (just past the Hilton Hotel on Mission Bay). Turn left on Tecolote Rd, right on Morena, left on Napa Street to Linda Vista Road, left on Linda Vista Road. Continue to the USD s main entrance to get to the Jenny Craig Pavilion. Use I-5 (north), exit at I-8 east and Morena Blvd., bear right to Morena, and from Morena to Linda Vista Road. Continue to the USD s main entrance to get to the Jenny Craig Pavilion. Use I-8 (West), exit at Morena Blvd, right onto Linda Vista Road. Continue to the USD s main entrance to get to the Jenny Craig Pavilion. Follow signs toward Downtown. Bear left on Laurel Street and follow signs (up Laurel Street hill, left at light, and follow north to I-5). Continue with directions From the South above. TIME (Preliminary Audition) 9:00 a.m. Check-In. The audition will start promptly at 10:00 a.m. AUDITIONS ATTIRE A two-piece and flesh colored nylons/hosiery are mandatory. This helps to standardize and minimize the possibility of an unfair advantage based on individual attire. Jazz, dance shoes or athletic shoes (minimal tread and nonmarking soles) are also mandatory. You may want to bring a couple pairs of shoes to try out since you will be dancing on a gym floor. MOST COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS What kind of photo should I send with my application? Please send a current photo of yourself with your application. Photos are used for identification purposes - you are not judged by your photo. However, you want to send a photo where you look your best. A 5x7 or larger (B&W or color, head shot or full body shot) is acceptable. Please send only one photo. Photos will not be returned. Can I register the day of the audition? Yes. Applications will be available the day of the audition at the registration area and walk-ups will be accepted at the door.

3 How can I prepare for auditions? There are several ways you can prepare for auditions. Up to one and a half months prior, the Charger Girls host a pre-auditions workshop. At the workshop, the Charger Girls will conduct a warm-up, work on dance technique and teach a combination similar to what will be taught the day of the preliminary audition. The team director will also conduct a brief seminar on what to expect the day of the preliminary audition. A question and answer session will take place at the workshop as well. We also recommend that prior to the auditions; you take as many dance classes as possible to polish your technique. Also try to take a variety of dance styles so that you are better prepared the day of the preliminary audition (i.e. jazz, hip-hop, ballet, technique). We also encourage participants to be on a consistent cardiovascular & body conditioning workout program. What can I expect the day of the preliminary audition? When you arrive, proceed to the registration area for check-in. At registration you will be given an audition number to be worn on the front of your attire. Please warm-up while waiting for the audition to begin. A choreographer will teach a short dance combination for each phase of the audition. You will be required to learn and perform the routine in groups of three in front of a panel of judges. A cut will be made after each segment. At the end of the preliminary audition, a group of finalists will be selected to continue on to finals. Finalists are selected based on their dance ability, showmanship and crowd appeal. Is there any special way I should wear my hair and make-up for the auditions? Your hairstyle should complement your features. Hair does not need to be a certain length or style. If you have long hair, please wear it completely down or down with the front up. Your make-up should be worn a little heavier than normal day make-up. Please wear colors that complement your features. What should I bring to the preliminary audition? Extra nylons/hoisery Extra pair of dance shoes H2O Lunch/snacks for during the breaks Make-up and hair styling items Can family or friends watch the auditions? No. To ensure a professional and relaxed atmosphere for all participants, the audition will be closed. How is the scoring done for the auditions? All the judges score on a 1-5 point scale. Scores are put into a computer program that gives us an average score and a detailed point breakdown. How many positions are open on the squad? All 28 positions are open. All veterans must re-audition each year. Veterans receive one BYE through the first cut of preliminaries. How many finalists are selected? finalists are selected after the preliminary audition.

4 If I am selected as a finalist, what can I expect? All finalists must participate in an interview and a final dance audition. As a finalist, what can I expect during the interview? You will be placed in an interview group of 6-8 finalists. The interview will last minutes. During this time you will be asked to introduce yourself and answer questions regarding the San Diego Chargers organization, the Charger Girls, current events and/or general questions about being a member of a team. Please dress professionally. Business attire is recommended. Hair and make-up should be done as though you were attending a special event. As a finalist, what can I expect during the final dance audition? Finalists will need to practice the routine taught at the preliminary audition. You will be asked to perform it in groups of 2-3. You will also need to prepare six 8-counts of your own material to be performed to a generic dance song. You will perform your original routine individually. This routine should showcase special talents and/or dance styles you enjoy. You will not be judged on choreography. A two-piece and flesh colored nylons/hosiery are mandatory. You may wear the same attire from preliminaries. Hair and make-up should be done as if you were performing at a game or in a show on stage. How are the finalists scored? Scoring for interviews and finals is the same as preliminaries. Finalists total scores are comprised of their last score from the preliminary audition (25%), interviews (25%) and the final dance audition (50%). How do you notify the finalists to let them know if they made the team? The team roster will be announced at the conclusion of dance finals on Thursday, April 19 th. The following day, Chargers.com will post the Charger Girls Team for the public to view. If I am not selected as a finalist, will my application be kept on file? No. You must re-apply with a new application each year. If selected, when do rehearsals begin? Rehearsals begin immediately following Charger Girls mini-camp. Mandatory rehearsals are held on Monday and Wednesday evenings, and one Saturday a month, times to be determined. Rehearsals are mandatory and may not be missed unless there is an emergency. Rehearsal dates are subject to change at any time. Please keep in mind that you may be asked to rehearse more often during the week. Is being a Charger Girls member considered a full time job? No. Being a Charger Girls member is a part time job. You should at least hold a part time job or attend college full time. Will I get paid if I become a Charger Girls member? Yes. Cheerleaders are paid $75.00 for each home game. In addition, all cheerleaders will receive two tickets to each home game and one parking permit. Cheerleaders will receive compensation for select paid appearances.

5 Will I have to purchase my own uniform or supplies? No. The Charger Girls uniform is provided for the duration of the season. However, each Charger Girls member is responsible for the uniform and supplies at all times, including all footwear, Charger Girls team apparel, poms and any additional uniforms and property given during the season. Uniform must be kept clean at all times. The cheerleader must pay for any items lost or damaged. All uniforms and property (excluding team apparel) must be turned in before the last day of the contractual agreement. What type of time commitment is expected if I am selected as a member of the Charger Girls team? As a Charger Girls member, attendance is very important. Total commitment is required by all team members. Commitment includes: Pre-season and regular season home games (10 total) Mini-Camp Rehearsals Photo Shoots (Calendar & Team Photo) Personal Appearances (Charity/Non-Profit & Paid) Media Appearances Travel Fan Mail IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO MAKE A FULL ONE-YEAR COMMITMENT TO THE SAN DIEGO CHARGER GIRLS THEN YOU SHOULD NOT AUDITION!