Description

The Company & Stage Manager ensures that the day-to-day operations and public performances of the Shepherd School of Music’s Opera Department are executed with excellence and professionalism. This position serves as Stage Manager for opera productions, concerts, opera scenes programs, auditions, and other voice-related events and special projects as assigned.

The Company & Stage Manager coordinates all travel logistics, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and itineraries for guest artists. This position serves as a key member of the production leadership team, liaising with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and patrons on a daily basis.

The Company & Stage Manager reports to the Director of Opera Studies and works closely with all members of the opera department staff, including the Director of Operations and Director of Production for Opera.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses exceptional time management and organizational skills. They are collaborative, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic artistic environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis, may be substituted
3+ years of experience as a stage manager working in a professional theater organization or university/conservatory music or theater program

In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted
Skills

Ability to read music and follow musical scores
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Excellent verbal, written, and organizational communication skills
Ability to give direction and delegate responsibility clearly and patiently
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Ability to work successfully with a range of strong artistic personalities
Ability to support the needs of undergraduate and graduate students in a supervisory capacity
Commitment to working in a collaborative environment serving a diverse group of constituencies and situations
Proven knowledge, skills, and ability in emergency preparedness and incident management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google Workspace (GCal, Drive), and arts-based scheduling systems