Auditions & Jobs

Salary is a flat fee of $1500

SCHEDULE:
Rehearsals:
HELD AT The Atlanta Opera Offices (1575 Northside Dr NW Suite 350, Atlanta, GA)
June 3 – 13, schedule TBD

Performance:
HELD AT Ray Charles Performing Arts Centre (900 West End Ave SW, Atlanta, GA)
June 15

RSVP:
Please email newworks@atlantaopera.org for any questions and to schedule an audition. Please send resume and full body photography with audition request.

Deadline to register is March 15, 2024.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following duties, in addition to other duties as assigned.

• Perform those duties that are industry standard for the position.
• Run rehearsals if the CSM is not in rehearsal.
• Help to maintain order and discipline at all rehearsals and performances.
• Create, maintain, and distribute running paperwork, as needed.
• Set up rehearsal rooms.
• Assist with the collection, organization, and running of rehearsal props and costume pieces for the rehearsal room.
• Assist with the creation of daily rehearsal notes.
• Create sign-in sheets for cast.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with multiple departments.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate with and effectively organize large groups of people, in both rehearsals and performances.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Theatre or related field preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate using a phone and headset.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner.

Please email resume with cover letter and references to resume.production@atlantaopera.org.
Include Assistant Stage Manager in the subject line.
No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following duties, in addition to other duties as assigned.

• The CSM supervises the stage management department including Assistant Stage Managers (ASM) and interns.
• Performs those duties that are industry standard for the position.
• Runs all rehearsals.
• Creates the Daily & Weekly rehearsal schedules in coordination with the Associate Director of Production (ADoP) and Director of Artistic Administration (DoAA) and works closely with the Technical Director (TD) to plan and schedule all technical and dress rehearsals and coordinate with DoAA to schedule all Orchestra Rehearsals.
• Coordinates with the ADoP/TD to schedule production meetings.
• Manages the Stage Management team in preparing the room for rehearsal, including working with the Costume Shop Staff and the Properties Team to ensure all needed items are prepared prior to the start of and during the rehearsal period.
• Measure ground plans or assign to ASM as possible.
• The CSM will coordinate and/or oversee the creation, maintenance, and distribution of all rehearsal schedules and calendars, scenic breakdown, contact lists, minis, rehearsal, and performance notes/reports, running documents (deck, rail, sound, props, costumes, wardrobe, WMU), onstage tech request, tech rehearsal “train schedule” if needed, archival documentation, and any other document, as needed.
• Develop and coordinate with the Costume Shop scheduling of all fittings and dressing room assignments.
• Calling shows includes running all technical rehearsals & cuing sessions and calling the performances.
• Help coordinate light walkers.
• Oversee supply inventories in stage management road box and standard artist hospitality inventories. Request supplies as needed.
• Time Scores.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to manage confidently and calmly.
• Must be able to read music confidently.
• Must have proven ability of leading a stage management team and working with a union crew, union orchestra, and large groups of people throughout the production process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong administrative and project management skills.
• Can work independently and meet deadlines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant production experience, with a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience as a Stage Manager.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and achieve results in a timely fashion.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the Production and Artistic teams.
• Ability to communicate using a phone and headset.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner.

Please email resume with cover letter and references to resume.production@atlantaopera.org.
Include Calling Stage Manager in the subject line.
No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following duties, in addition to other duties as assigned.

Strategy:

• Partner with the MD & CAO on all operational and strategic issues as they arise; provide strategic recommendations to the MD, CAO and General & Artistic Director (GAD) based on financial analysis and projections, cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analysis.
• Participate in the ongoing strategic planning process as an integral member of the senior management team.
• Engage senior management team with short- and long-term financial planning goals and projections.
• Engage the board finance committee, audit committee, and investment committee around the issues, trends, and changes in the financial position of TAO.
• Develop and maintain documentation for procedures and policies for the finance department.

 Accounting:

• Ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions in accordance with GAAP. General oversight and approval of all general ledger activity including but not limited to activity in cash, investments, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals, deferred revenue, restricted net assets, contributions, and sales activity.
• Review and approve all monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, as prepared by the Controller.
• Review and approve weekly payables and bi-weekly payroll, as prepared by the Controller or Staff Accountant.
• Review and approve all general journal entries, as prepared by the Controller or Staff Accountant.
• Review and approve all employee/contractor information returns and quarterly wage filings, as prepared by the Controller or Staff Accountant.
• Sign checks and authorize direct payments to vendors and employees.
• In conjunction with the external audit firm, prepare, review, and file annual federal and state income tax returns, serving as the primary contact with the IRS.
• Manage the yearly audit as the direct liaison with the external auditors, including preparing necessary audit schedules.
• Primary contact for the Audit Committee on all financial compliance and reporting.

 Financial Management:

• Primary contact for the Finance and Executive Committee on all finance issues.
• Primary contact for the Investment Committee for the review of the Endowment.
• Develop and prepare monthly financial statement package that includes detailed analytics of the operational results along with detailed budget variance analysis, for distribution to senior management and the executive committee.
• Coordinate the planning, compilation, and presentation of the annual budget; maintain all records of progress in relation to the budget.
• Review monthly variance reports with senior management and ensure budget goals are met.
• Manage all debt relationships with regards to new borrowing and paydown schedules, primary contact with lenders, assess debt requirements.
• Forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual cash flows, manage funds available to accommodate seasonality and other influences on cash flow.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent customer service and demonstrated success with face-to-face relationship-building with clients, vendors, donors, or customers.
• Demonstrated organizational
• Solid understanding of Net Asset Roll Forward.
• Superior communication (written/oral) skills
• Track record of attentiveness to detail, meeting deadlines, documentation, and timeliness necessary
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously with excellent follow-through

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 10 years’ experience as a financial leader.
• Nonprofit industry experience required.
• Performing Arts / Opera industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Experience in a senior-level position in finance including budget development is critical.
• Significant experience forecasting and managing cash flow is key.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analytics.
• Proficiency with accounting software packages and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Position requires some evening and weekend obligations during the performance season.

Please email resume with cover letter and references to resume.finance@atlantaopera.org.
Include Chief Financial Officer in the subject line.
No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following duties, in addition to other duties as assigned.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITES

• Facilitate mailing of gift acknowledgement letters: printing the letters, distributing to gift officers for signature, tracking timely signing/outstanding letters, scanning into CRM, prepare for mailing.
• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings: agenda, minutes, tracking assigned tasks.
• Prepare ad hoc prospect research requests and briefing materials for fundraising team.
• Liaise with executive and senior administrative assistants to handle requests and queries from leadership team.
• Work with the Individual Giving team in fulfilling donor benefits.
• Update Development Calendar.

EVENT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITES

• Serve as project manager for all donor benefit, cultivation, and stewardship events, including the Gala.
• Manage the graphic design process for event-related collateral.
• Prepare invitation lists and manage detailed RSVP lists, ensuring accurate information in coordination.
• Coordinate vendors and rentals as needed.
• Manage event check-in table and staff volunteers during event execution.
• Archive event photos post-event.
• Track events using the Opera’s Tessitura donor database.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent written & oral communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software required.
• Strong Adobe Acrobat knowledge.
• Knowledge of or strong interest in opera preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• The qualified candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of related experience.
• Be polished, professional and poised.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office suite is required. Specifically advanced-level Excel proficiency, along with an aptitude for learning various databases.
• Experience with the Tessitura database is a plus.
• Night and weekends availability is required.
• This position requires immaculate record-keeping and attention to detail, the ability to engage with high-level donors and corporate partners and a willingness to work as a team.

Please email resume with cover letter and references to resume.development@atlantaopera.org.
Include Development Operations & Events Coordinator in the subject line.
No phone calls please.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following duties, in addition to other duties as assigned.

• Sews, either by hand or machine, the costumes assigned by the team leader.
• Manages time effectively on each sewing project.
• Maintains organized work area.
• Communicates with other team members concerning questions, problems, and possible solutions.
• Contributes to a pleasant and professional atmosphere in the Costume Shop.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with a wide range of fabrics and materials.
• Excellent garment construction skills demonstrating experience in a variety of machine sewing techniques as well as hand sewing techniques.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency at operating industrial and domestic sewing machines including but not limited to single needle industrial; industrial zig-zag; overlock; merrow or serger; domestic straight and zig-zag machines; industrial steam irons.
• Ability to follow directions and ask questions.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time each day.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and responsible.
• Interest in building and expanding skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Collaboration, flexibility, grace under pressure and a good sense of humor are a must.

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years’ experience in a professional costume shop, or 3-5 years’ experience at a college level costume shop required.

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