OPENING: Indianapolis Opera Resident Assistant Director

JOB TITLE: Resident Assistant Director/Education Production Coordinator
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director/Education Production Coordinator is responsible for assisting the General Director with production management and, separately, cultivating artistic programming for the Indianapolis Opera Resident Artists (IORA). Full position details below.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ROLES
  • Resident Artist Programmer/Stage Director
    • Program all IORA recitals, including the “Opera on the Move” series, “Sundays at the Basile,” and other neighborhood events.
    • Direct one children’s opera per school semester (fall and spring).
    • During odd-year seasons (next upcoming: 2022), either write or select a children’s opera for two-year, touring production cycle. This would also include designing the production with the use of our ample props supply.
  • Production Manager
    • Issuing and receiving artistic materials related to all productions, including for labor, services, or rentals.
    • Keeping deadlines on-track for contracts, design, and scheduling (lead master 6 month production schedule)
    • Create welcome materials prior to rehearsal, including information related to accommodations, schedules, and company policies for performers or artistic staff.
  • Assistant Director
    • Serve as an assistant director during mainstage productions throughout the season (one concert, 2 shows, one workshop)
 
TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter to info@indyopera.org. Address with subject line “Resident Assistant Director Applicant,” with materials addressed to David Starkey. Additional questions may be sent to office staff at info@indyopera.org or by calling (317) 283-3531.
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