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.

Audition date: June 11, 2018
Resume deadline: May 11, 2018
Final Auditions: June 11, 2018 at the Cobb Energy Centre

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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.

• Individual giving for board and non-board donors
• Major gifts and special project gifts
• Broad Based gifts
• Event Based gifts
• Endowment and planned gifts
• Special Campaigns

Plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. In addition to overseeing a major gifts team, this position is responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift contributors and is required to actively manage those relationships. Work closely with the Director of Development Operations to ensure timely moves management and campaign goals assessment. Assists the General & Artistic Director in managing the Board of Directors. Plans and executes all meetings of the Board and assists with assigning committee members and serving as a main point of contact with the Board of Directors.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working with the General & Artistic Director align specific fundraising strategies with the Opera’s strategic priorities
• Regularly evaluating the effectiveness of the organization’s ongoing fundraising efforts, making adjustments and implementing strategies where improvement is needed
• Meeting annual solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship goals
• Assuming a lead role in prospect management, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors and prospects
• Setting specific and measurable performance objectives and goals for development staff, performing annual performance reviews
• Managing the development staff to ensure that all deadlines are met, including proposals, reports and funder correspondence
• 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
• Overseeing the development and implementation of consistent and strategic messaging in all written correspondence, including proposals, reports and all donor communication
• Working with the CEO, General & Artistic Director, Major Gifts team and the Board to cultivate and maintain strong personal relationships with the philanthropic community, individual and corporate donors, sponsors, board members and volunteers
• Meeting annual solicitation, cultivation and stewardship goals

COMPENTENCIES

• A proven track record of measurable success in securing major gifts from individuals, foundations and businesses for a non-profit organization, with an annual goal of at least $1.5M
• Experience with a capital campaign of at least $1M
• Extensive knowledge of development principles, fund-raising techniques and ethics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree and at least 5-10 years of experience as a Director of Development
• Experience with a donor database program is required; familiarity with Tessitura is preferred
• Local knowledge of the fundraising landscape in Atlanta is strongly preferred
• Knowledge and/or appreciation of opera is desirable
• The availability to work evening and weekend activities and engage in local and regional travel
• 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
• 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 Senior Director of Development 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.