National Opera Center
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute
National Opera Center, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute
Position Title:
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute (LVI)Department:
Artistic OperationsSanta Barbara residency – June 3 through August 16, 2025 (Dates TBC)Status:
Part-Time, Non-exemptPosition DescriptionThe Manager of Artistic Operations, LVI is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Music Academy’s summer vocal program. The position is part-time, year-round, with full-time residency in Santa Barbara during the Summer Festival. This position reports to the Chief Artistic Officer (CAO) and works closely with Music Academy administration, teaching artists, and clients.Position ResponsibilitiesDuties Non-Summer (January – end of May and mid-August – end of December)In coordination with Chief Artistic Officer and Artistic Operations team:Create comprehensive document outlining plans for 2025 (and beyond)Serve as primary support to LVI Co-Directors throughout the planning processSchedule planning meetings, organize agendas and track timeline and processRecruit, hire, and onboard summer LVI Artist AssistantPlan LVI teaching artist residenciesManage and coordinate LVI Summer Festival programming and related activities, including:Assist with and attend LVI audition tourPlan and execute programming in coordination with LVI Co-Directors and teaching artistsEnsure frequent communication with incoming fellows on festival assignments and matters of musical preparationIdentify and secure auxiliary chorus members, supernumeraries and additional support in collaboration with Dean of Students, Music Academy administration, mainstage opera director and LVI Production Manager.Create master schedule in ArtsVision for all LVI events in coordination with LVI co-Directors, teaching artists, Music Academy administration, production/creative team, and other guest artists. Maintain strong communication with other Artistic Operations personnel in the scheduling and planning process.Assist LVI Production manager with hiring of summer production staff and creatives.Draft and execute all contracts pertaining to the LVI (guest artists, creatives, production personnel, et al)Assist Artistic Operations staff with housing needs for LVI artists, creatives and staffWork with CAO and Sing! Director to integrate the Sing! program into the LVI summer curriculumOther duties as assignedDuties Summer Residency (June – mid-August)Lead operations for the Lehrer Vocal Institute including set-up of summer office on Westmont campusSupervise summer LVI Artist Assistant and coordinate with summer production team, Music Academy Administration, LVI Co-Directors, and teaching artistsOversee and manage master schedule in ArtsVision for rehearsals, performances, masterclasses, lessons, and coachingsIn coordination with LVI Co-Directors and production team, produce LVI events and provide necessary administrative support for masterclasses, opening night concert, Marilyn Horne Song Competition, Industry Day, and auxiliary chorus Studio Artist programIn coordination with LVI Production Manager, manage rehearsal schedules for all events, including but not limited to opera and special project events and guest artist residenciesIn coordination with Music Academy Marketing Department, prepare printed programs and translations where necessary for all LVI and affiliated eventsManage Directing Fellow programManage LVI fellows’ participation in chamber music programsAttend weekly stand-up and production meetings on Music Academy main campusIn coordination with CAO and LVI teaching artists, schedule and attend regular lunch meetings on Westmont campusEnsure steady communication between LVI and Music Academy main campusReview and Closure (mid-August – end of August)In coordination with LVI Production Manager, manage tracking and payment of all expenses related to productions, ensuring all vendor invoices are submitted by August 31Debrief with Music Academy and LVI personnel on summer productions and processesCandidate ProfileThe Music Academy of the West seeks to hire candidates who thrive in a collaborative, highly communicative workplace. Our administration collectively informs and agrees upon the organization’s expectations for teamwork, including a positive, goal-oriented environment that positions every employee for success.The ideal candidate will demonstrate some, if not all, of the following:Local candidate preferredFamiliarity with and enthusiasm for operatic and song repertoireExperience in arts administrationExperience with ArtsVision, or similar scheduling softwareExperience managing timelines, budgets and teamsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving skillsSuperior organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work on a team and adapt to changing work prioritiesPositive and professional demeanorAdditional RequirementsDuring the Summer Festival, nights and weekends will be required, including rehearsal and concert duty. Non-Festival work may have flexible remote options, although in-person is preferred.Compensation and BenefitsThis is a year-round, part-time position. Compensation is $25 – 28 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience. Part-time employees are not eligible for Music Academy benefits except where required by law.Application ProcessPlease email a letter of interest and current resume to hr@musicacademy.org, using the subject header
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute.
PDF format only. No phone calls, please. A background screening will be performed as a condition of employment.The Music Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive work environment and we value each employee’s unique experiences and perspectives.About the Music AcademyLocated in Santa Barbara, the Music Academy creates a space where exceptional talent can thrive by encouraging artists to stretch, experiment, improvise, and play. The Music Academy provides artists with the tools they need to become not just great musicians but great leaders. The Music Academy’s programs are: the annual eight-week Summer School & Festival which trains up to 140 fellows ages 18-34 and presents more than 120 performances and events, competitions, and a fully staged opera;
Sing! , a children’s choir free of charge for all participants that performs with local, national, and international partners; the MAX (Music Academy Exchange) partnership with international orchestras; the Innovation Institute’s Alumni Enterprise Awards; and the Mariposa Series of concerts by Academy-affiliated artists.
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Position Title:
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute (LVI)Department:
Artistic OperationsSanta Barbara residency – June 3 through August 16, 2025 (Dates TBC)Status:
Part-Time, Non-exemptPosition DescriptionThe Manager of Artistic Operations, LVI is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Music Academy’s summer vocal program. The position is part-time, year-round, with full-time residency in Santa Barbara during the Summer Festival. This position reports to the Chief Artistic Officer (CAO) and works closely with Music Academy administration, teaching artists, and clients.Position ResponsibilitiesDuties Non-Summer (January – end of May and mid-August – end of December)In coordination with Chief Artistic Officer and Artistic Operations team:Create comprehensive document outlining plans for 2025 (and beyond)Serve as primary support to LVI Co-Directors throughout the planning processSchedule planning meetings, organize agendas and track timeline and processRecruit, hire, and onboard summer LVI Artist AssistantPlan LVI teaching artist residenciesManage and coordinate LVI Summer Festival programming and related activities, including:Assist with and attend LVI audition tourPlan and execute programming in coordination with LVI Co-Directors and teaching artistsEnsure frequent communication with incoming fellows on festival assignments and matters of musical preparationIdentify and secure auxiliary chorus members, supernumeraries and additional support in collaboration with Dean of Students, Music Academy administration, mainstage opera director and LVI Production Manager.Create master schedule in ArtsVision for all LVI events in coordination with LVI co-Directors, teaching artists, Music Academy administration, production/creative team, and other guest artists. Maintain strong communication with other Artistic Operations personnel in the scheduling and planning process.Assist LVI Production manager with hiring of summer production staff and creatives.Draft and execute all contracts pertaining to the LVI (guest artists, creatives, production personnel, et al)Assist Artistic Operations staff with housing needs for LVI artists, creatives and staffWork with CAO and Sing! Director to integrate the Sing! program into the LVI summer curriculumOther duties as assignedDuties Summer Residency (June – mid-August)Lead operations for the Lehrer Vocal Institute including set-up of summer office on Westmont campusSupervise summer LVI Artist Assistant and coordinate with summer production team, Music Academy Administration, LVI Co-Directors, and teaching artistsOversee and manage master schedule in ArtsVision for rehearsals, performances, masterclasses, lessons, and coachingsIn coordination with LVI Co-Directors and production team, produce LVI events and provide necessary administrative support for masterclasses, opening night concert, Marilyn Horne Song Competition, Industry Day, and auxiliary chorus Studio Artist programIn coordination with LVI Production Manager, manage rehearsal schedules for all events, including but not limited to opera and special project events and guest artist residenciesIn coordination with Music Academy Marketing Department, prepare printed programs and translations where necessary for all LVI and affiliated eventsManage Directing Fellow programManage LVI fellows’ participation in chamber music programsAttend weekly stand-up and production meetings on Music Academy main campusIn coordination with CAO and LVI teaching artists, schedule and attend regular lunch meetings on Westmont campusEnsure steady communication between LVI and Music Academy main campusReview and Closure (mid-August – end of August)In coordination with LVI Production Manager, manage tracking and payment of all expenses related to productions, ensuring all vendor invoices are submitted by August 31Debrief with Music Academy and LVI personnel on summer productions and processesCandidate ProfileThe Music Academy of the West seeks to hire candidates who thrive in a collaborative, highly communicative workplace. Our administration collectively informs and agrees upon the organization’s expectations for teamwork, including a positive, goal-oriented environment that positions every employee for success.The ideal candidate will demonstrate some, if not all, of the following:Local candidate preferredFamiliarity with and enthusiasm for operatic and song repertoireExperience in arts administrationExperience with ArtsVision, or similar scheduling softwareExperience managing timelines, budgets and teamsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving skillsSuperior organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work on a team and adapt to changing work prioritiesPositive and professional demeanorAdditional RequirementsDuring the Summer Festival, nights and weekends will be required, including rehearsal and concert duty. Non-Festival work may have flexible remote options, although in-person is preferred.Compensation and BenefitsThis is a year-round, part-time position. Compensation is $25 – 28 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience. Part-time employees are not eligible for Music Academy benefits except where required by law.Application ProcessPlease email a letter of interest and current resume to hr@musicacademy.org, using the subject header
Manager of Artistic Operations, Lehrer Vocal Institute.
PDF format only. No phone calls, please. A background screening will be performed as a condition of employment.The Music Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive work environment and we value each employee’s unique experiences and perspectives.About the Music AcademyLocated in Santa Barbara, the Music Academy creates a space where exceptional talent can thrive by encouraging artists to stretch, experiment, improvise, and play. The Music Academy provides artists with the tools they need to become not just great musicians but great leaders. The Music Academy’s programs are: the annual eight-week Summer School & Festival which trains up to 140 fellows ages 18-34 and presents more than 120 performances and events, competitions, and a fully staged opera;
Sing! , a children’s choir free of charge for all participants that performs with local, national, and international partners; the MAX (Music Academy Exchange) partnership with international orchestras; the Innovation Institute’s Alumni Enterprise Awards; and the Mariposa Series of concerts by Academy-affiliated artists.
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