Auditions & Jobs

June 25 – 27, 2018

• Casting will be for the 2018-19 season: Dead Man Walking, Eugene Onegin, La Traviata (casting for West Side Story will be held separately on another date)
• Application deadline is Friday, June 1, 2018
• Please email a PDF resume and headshot to rsalazar@atlantaopera.org. Do not email links for online resumes.
• Those singers granted an audition will be notified by June 10, 2018.
• NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Requirements:

• You must be at least 20 years of age.
• You must be a local/regional resident, due to the rehearsal schedule requirements of each opera.
• You must be available to rehearse evenings and weekends.

Audition preparation:

• Two arias, one must be in Italian.
• One classical musical theater piece (Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Loewe, musical theatre before 1990, etc.)
• Please bring sheet music to the audition. An accompanist will be provided, although you may bring your own if you wish.

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Highly qualified applicants send a one-page resume to mmcconnell@atlantaopera.org.
No phone calls please.

Repertoire selections available soon

Highly qualified applicants send a one-page resume to mmcconnell@atlantaopera.org.
No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proactively builds relationships with donors in the foundation community
  • Particularly executive directors and board members from funding foundations
• Actively researches new potential funding foundations and maintains relationships with current foundations
• Works with community partners to build relationships with state, local and federal government to secure public funding
• Ensure the accurate and timely documentation of solicitations, awards, and stewardship requirements in Tessitura – our donor management system – for all assigned constituencies
• Provide a reasonable and timely outlook on pledges and payments for all assigned constituencies
• Ensure all donor reporting requirements are met in an accurate and timely manner
• Attend special events as needed with other members of development staff
• Other duties, as assigned

COMPENTENCIES

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment in partnership with the staff, board, major donors and volunteers is mandatory
• Superior writing and editing skills, with direct proposal and report-writing experience
• Excellent organizational and research skills
• An ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• A minimum of 3 years professional development experience with demonstrated fundraising success
• Ability to write reports and proposals in a clear, concise, and easy-to-read manner
• Previous experience with an arts organization is a plus
• Proficiency with all Office Suite software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Tessitura database (or other fundraising software) experience a plus
• Position requires evening and weekend obligations during the opera season
  • Donor cultivation event and show performances
• A strong interest in opera, music or the theater desired
• Ability to sit at a desk for up to and over eight hours per day
• Ability to communicate using a phone and headset
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

Please email cover letter and resume with references to resumes@atlantaopera.org, and include Foundation & Grants Manager in the subject line. No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and monitor internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets vs actual expenditures.
• Assist Controller in all month-end close processes including: Cash Reconciliations, Fixed Assets, Prepaids and Receivables reporting through complete account reconciliations.
• Maintain and report monthly forecast changes.
• Communicate as needed with external auditors including preparing necessary audit schedules.
• Process weekly payroll through ADP TotalSource, our PEO.
• Prepare Daily Cash Tracker and Balance Sheet FLUX.
• Assist Controller with annual filings for the Secretary of State, Insurance Audits (Worker’s Comp & Property), IRS Form 720, Form 5500, 1042, Sales Tax, unclaimed property and other state and federal filings as needed.
• Additional duties as needed.

COMPENTENCIES

• Attention to detail
• Honesty and good judgment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Consistency and reliability
• Highly organized
• Versatility
• High tolerance for stress
• Strong initiative and self-starter
• Intuitive decision making
• Critical thinking, problem solving and results oriented

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or related discipline; or three years of work experience in accounting and finance.
• Strong grasp & understanding of the reconciliation process required. Experience preferred.
• Experience with non-profit organizations preferred.
• A strong understanding of fund accounting for non-profit organizations is preferred.
• Some experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development & analysis, accounts payable & receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
• Technology savvy with knowledge of accounting & reporting software; Knowledge of Abila/MIP Fund Accounting & Tessitura preferred.
• Willingness and desire to learn and implement new technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required.
• Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers.
• Ability to sit at a desk for up to and over eight hours per day.
• Ability to communicate using a phone and headset.
• Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner.

Please email cover letter and resume with references to resumes@atlantaopera.org, and include Staff Accountant in the subject line. No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the daily work of the costume shop. Maintains the work flow of built, purchased, rented or pulled costume projects in the shop by monitoring all construction processes; monitoring personnel and resource needs
• Hire seasonal shop and wardrobe staff and per-production over-hire as necessary
• Resolve staffing issues by identifying staffing needs; making recommendations for hiring and performance evaluation; training and assessing training gaps of current and new staff
• Schedule and maintain staff hours, timesheets, and pay roll
• Manage costume shop seasonal budgets and expense accounts, working closely with the accounting department to comply with all financial policies
• Schedule and attend all costume fittings to ensure consistency and construction standards
• Attend all dress rehearsals supporting the work of the Costume Coordinator and Wardrobe Supervisor
• Maintain inventory and order shop supplies
• Researching and sourcing supplies, materials and equipment
• Provide instruction and development for other employees
• Take on shop projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned

COMPENTENCIES

• Knowledge of costume history, construction techniques, and fabric
• Knowledge of draping, cutting, constructing, fitting, and alterations
• Knowledge of safety standards for costume related equipment, products and tools and their implementation is necessary
• Basic sewing machine repair and maintenance
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, DropBox)
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem solving and management skills
• Ability to multi-task and execute projects efficiently and according to schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor/Bachelor Fine Arts or graduate degree in Costume Technology or Management or equivalent work experience in a professional theatrical costume shop
• 5 years’ experience in costume technology with demonstrated supervisory experience, quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work nights and weekends

Please email cover letter and resume with references to jschmink@atlantaopera.org, and include Costume Shop Foreman in the subject line. No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Constructs or alters all assigned costumes according to the instructions
• Actively participates in a team
• Researches the period, style, and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the costume designer’s guidelines
• Maintains the integrity of the costume design
• Assists Costume Coordinator during fittings

COMPENTENCIES

• Ability to operate shop equipment including industrial and domestic sewing machines, multi-needle and leather sewing machines, steam irons, and cutting tools
• Hand sewing
• Ability to listen, take instruction, and participate in a team to complete the builds/alterations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Works well in a face-paced and high-pressure environment
• Ability to lift 20 pounds

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to perform a variety of construction and alteration techniques with minimum guidance
• Demonstrates proficiency hand sewing techniques
• Knowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterations
• Demonstrates knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniques
• Understanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumes
• Good working knowledge of costume history
• Ability to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projects

Please email cover letter and resume with references to jschmink@atlantaopera.org, and include Stitcher in the subject line. No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee stage operations for all main stage opera productions, including coordinating load-ins and load-outs of all sets, lights and sound; oversee all technical rehearsal and advise on all stage running operations and stage running sheets, and coordinate stage schedule for rehearsals and notes
• Advise the Director of Production in developing and implementing near and long term technical budgets, individual project budgets and touring budgets
• Maintain technical expense budget within production budgets
• Manage creation of appropriate technical paperwork including scale ground plans, section drawings, assembly guides, labor needs, and venue templates for all Atlanta Opera engagements.
• Give final approval on all scenic floor plans, rigging points, line schedules
• Supervises all aspects of scenery construction and refurbishment
• Act as a company Safety Officer, which includes, but is not limited to, managing accident reports and updating and maintain the company safety manual and conducting any meetings/trainings as necessary
• Create and implement incoming rental logistical plans, sourcing appropriate and economical options
• Manage production equipment logistics
• Develop production rental plan with specific income goals, revenue plans and industry marketing
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations regarding all licensing, permits, certificates and relevant documentation relevant to the performances of Atlanta Opera
• Research competitive pricing for all purchases and rentals including shipping and support personnel
• Provide additional project management and consultation as required
• Act as Rental Technical Director for clients
• Collaborate with other departments on necessary projects
• Maintaining a clean, organized shop
• Other duties as assigned

COMPENTENCIES

• Computer drafting proficiency, Vectorworks and AutoCad
• Mastery of wood and metal scenic construction and fabrication techniques; scenic engineering and rigging
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, Drop Box)
• Proficient digital drafting (AutoCAD preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, collaborative, and management skills
• Ability to multi-task and execute projects efficiently and according to schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BFA
• Ability to comfortably lift 50 lbs. safely and independently
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Ability to safely drive a 26’ truck
• Proven ability to motivate, manage, educate and coordinate staff members of varying proficiency levels
• Prior experience leading scenery construction and logistic processes in off-site shop
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry and OSHA standard safety practices
• Demonstrated experience working on multiple productions within tight timelines and budgets
• Familiarity with proper maintenance and usage of all shop equipment and hand tools
• Position requires evening and weekend obligations during the opera season

Please email cover letter and resume with references to jcohen@atlantaopera.org, and include Technical Director in the subject line. No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build, repair, and maintain scenery
• Repair and maintain shop equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Run a safe, efficient shop
• Manage a fast-paced work environment
• Efficiently lead union crews
• Attend production meetings, tech rehearsals, and performances when required
• Coordinating load-ins/outs for all venues of sets, lights and sound
• Act as a Company Safety Officer
• Technically design new shows including and not limited to:
  • draft a full set of working/shop drawings
  • create assembly guidelines
  • venue ground plans
  • review load-in/out requirements
  • assist in managing trucking needs
• Attend all technical rehearsals & advise on all stage running operations and all stage running sheets
• Oversee Set & Equipment Rentals: possibly act as Rental TD for clients; maintain inventory, supervise repair and refurbishment as necessary, provide technical information to clients as necessary
• Advise on feasibility of rental sets (draft as necessary, review load-in/out requirements, trucking needs, labor needs, modifications for our venues)
• Collaborate with other departments on necessary projects
• Other duties as assigned

COMPENTENCIES

• Excellent written and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently
• Excellent computer skills and aptitude, especially using the Microsoft Office Suite, as well as the ability to quickly learn new software programs.
• Proficient digital drafting (AutoCAD preferred)
• Experience in managing union crews preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively within production team and with multiple departments
• Ability to drive a 26’ Box Truck

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BFA
• 2-3 years’ work experience in theatrical production with a demonstrated track record of increased responsibility
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Have valid driver’s license
• Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner
• Position requires evening and weekend obligations during the opera season
• A strong sense of humor

Please email cover letter and resume with references to jcohen@atlantaopera.org, and include Assistant Technical Director in the subject line. No phone calls please.