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The Metropolitan Opera

Safety Coordinator

New York, NY · On-site

The Safety Coordinator reports to the Met Opera's Director of Safety. This role provides administrative, coordination, and observational support across all aspects of the Met's safety function. The ...

The Metropolitan Opera

Safety Coordinator

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

The Safety Coordinator reports to the Met Opera's Director of Safety. This role provides administrative, coordination, and observational support across all aspects of the Met's safety function. The ...

The Metropolitan Opera

Safety Coordinator

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

The Safety Coordinator reports to the Met Opera's Director of Safety. This role provides administrative, coordination, and observational support across all aspects of the Met's safety function. The ...

TEKsystems

Oracle Opera Architect

Broomfield, CO · Remote

$90 - $95/hr

Experience Level Expert Level Top Skills Details Oracle Opera, Design, EDW (Enterprise Data ... Directors, VPs, and steering committees. Go‑Live Readiness -- Support cutover planning, triage ...

The Metropolitan Opera

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Key Holder, Part-Time

New York, NY · On-site

$21/hr

Perform other duties as directed Skills and Qualifications * Excellent selling skills * Strong math skills and basic knowledge of retail math * A love of the opera and a strong knowledge of opera ...

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What is the difference between Director Opera Director vs Stage Director?

AspectOpera DirectorStage Director
CredentialsTypically requires a background in music, opera production, or performing artsUsually has a background in theater, drama, or performing arts
Work EnvironmentOperas, concert halls, and specialized production settingsTheaters, drama productions, and live performance venues
Industry UsagePrimarily in opera companies and classical music institutionsIn theater companies, drama festivals, and stage productions
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for their leadership roles in live performancesRelated but more focused on theatrical storytelling

The main difference is that an Opera Director specializes in producing and overseeing opera performances, requiring musical and vocal expertise, while a Stage Director focuses on theatrical productions, emphasizing acting and stagecraft. Both roles involve directing live performances but in different artistic contexts.

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Assistant Professor of Opera Theatre

Assistant Professor of Opera Theatre

University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO

Other

Posted 16 hours ago

Job description

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on May 27, 2026.

Position Summary:

The School of Music in the College of Performing and Visual Artsat the University of Northern Colorado is seeking a collaborative, creative,and engaging Contract Renewable Assistant Professor of Opera Theatre.

Job Duties:

TheUniversity of Northern Colorado School of Music invites applications for a contractrenewable, full-time appointment as Assistant Professor of Opera Theatre. The successfulcandidate will actively recruit music majors within the framework of our goalof increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work collaboratively withcolleagues to advance the School's programs and initiatives. Candidates withproven professional national or international experience in opera directing arehighly desired and will receive preference. Additionally, areas ofspecialization in opera history, coaching, mentoring young directors willreceive preference. Specific responsibilities include directing two opera eachyear, directing at least one opera scenes program, outreach, recruitment, andpossibly additional areas within the School of Music based on a candidate'sstrengths, qualifications, and interests. Graduate teaching is possible withappropriate credentials. Other assignments will depend on interest, experience,and program needs.      
Witha history of excellence and leadership in arts and education, the School ofMusic is a community of students, teachers, artists, scholars, and musicindustry professionals. Our 40 full-time and 30 adjunct faculty teach andsupport over 350 music majors pursuing undergraduate, masters, and doctoraldegrees in programs including performance, music education, jazz studies, musicbusiness, composition, theory, and history & literature; and certificateprograms in Music Technology and Arts Entrepreneurship. Primarily housed inhistoric Frasier Hall, our facilities include a fully equipped andprofessionally managed recording studio and the new Campus Commons PerformanceHall. We adhere to the values of College of Performing and Visual Arts:Creative Thinking, Belonging & Justice, Integrity, SustainingRelationships, and Tradition & Transformation.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • MM in Opera Directing, or an Artist or Performers Certificate in Opera Directing with an MM in a related field
  • 3 years of opera direction and related coursework at the college level, or commensurate professional experience
  • Record of professional direction experience of a regional or wider scope
  • Potential for success in student recruitment
  • Experience working with individuals from varied backgrounds

PreferredQualifications:

  • Terminal degree in Opera Directing, Stage Directing, Vocal Performance, ABD with degree completed by August 2026, or commensurate professional experience
  • 5 years of teaching opera direction, applied voice, and related coursework at the college level, including some graduate level teaching
  • Experience in teaching Opera History, Acting for Singers, Directing Seminar, or coaching
  • Experience and demonstrated success in developing resources to support an opera program
  • Demonstrated success in student recruitment
  • Applicants from underrepresented or margianized groups encouraged to apply

Application Materials to Include:

  • Cover Letter that includes a statement of Teaching Philosophy as well as qualifications and experience
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • List of references
  • Additional materials may be requested at a later date

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