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National Opera Center

$90 - $110/hr

The Director of Artistic Administration leads the Artistic Administration department and is ... Qualifications 7+ yearsofprogressive experience in artisticadministrationat a professional opera ...

Shakespeare Opera Theatre

Board Member

Mclean, VA · On-site

Award-winning opera and theatre in Fairfax County! Shakespeare Opera Theatre seeks volunteers to ... We welcome new Board of Directors and other volunteers who would like to network for donors and ...

Nbutexas

Opera House Managing Director

Woodstock, IL · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

The Managing Director will oversee programming strategy, financial performance, venue operations, audience development, community partnerships, fundraising initiatives, staff leadership, and ...

The Metropolitan Opera

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Development Researcher

New York, NY · On-site

$48K - $50K/yr

Company Description The Metropolitan Opera is a vibrant home for the most creative and talented singers, conductors, composers, musicians, stage directors, designers, visual artists, choreographers ...

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What does an opera director do?

An Opera Director is responsible for overseeing the artistic vision and staging of an opera production. They work closely with performers, designers, and conductors to bring the story to life through movement, characterization, and visual elements. Their role includes interpreting the score and libretto, guiding rehearsals, and ensuring cohesion between music and theatrical performance. Ultimately, they shape the overall audience experience by blending music, drama, and stagecraft.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an opera director?

To thrive as an Opera Director, you need a deep understanding of music, dramatic interpretation, and stagecraft, usually supported by formal training in theatre, music, or opera direction. Familiarity with score reading software, stage management systems, and sometimes union regulations is important for coordinating performances and rehearsals. Superior leadership, creativity, communication, and organizational skills help guide teams and bring artistic visions to life. These abilities are crucial for successfully navigating complex productions and ensuring cohesive, compelling performances.

What are the main challenges an opera director faces during a production?

Opera Directors often encounter the challenge of balancing artistic vision with the practical constraints of budgets, casting, and venue limitations. Coordinating large teams—including singers, musicians, designers, and technicians—requires strong leadership and communication throughout the rehearsal process. Successfully resolving creative differences and logistical issues while adhering to deadlines is a key part of the role. The ability to adapt and problem-solve on the fly ensures that both rehearsals and performances run smoothly, ultimately bringing the director’s vision to the stage.

How much does an opera director make?

Opera directors typically earn between $50,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience, the size of the production, and the organization. Salaries can vary widely, with those working for major companies or in large markets earning higher wages. Many opera directors also supplement income through freelance work or consulting on multiple productions.
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Broadcast Audio Operations Director

The-Metropolitan-Opera

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$140 - $152/hr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Rate of pay per CBA: $2,814 weekly / $146,328 annual

The Metropolitan Opera Media Department produces approximately 70 live and pre-recorded broadcasts each season, between September and June, for the Saturday matinee series on the Robert K. Johnson Foundation-Metropolitan Opera International Radio Network, the Met Opera Radio channel on SiriusXM, and the Live in HD series in cinemas worldwide. The Audio Operations Director oversees the technical planning and broadcast engineering for the Met’s broadcasts and participates as a member of the broadcast engineering team. The Audio Operations Director must bring a musical background and sensibility to the work. This position is under the creative direction of the Met’s Music Producers and reports to the Senior Radio Producer and the Assistant General Manager, Media.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Technical planning, design, and maintenance of the Met’s in-house broadcast facilities, including equipment budgeting and purchases
  • Technical set-up (e.g., microphones, wireless systems, cabling, mix console, and VO booth) for all broadcast and recording scenarios, including music mix, live announcer, live interviews, and pre recorded features. Broadcast productions range from stereo to 128+ tracks and include multiple locations and wireless systems within the Met.
  • Technical and engineering support for the broadcast Music Producers, including preparation of mixing board and communication of microphone setup to relevant departments before each broadcast rehearsal and broadcast
  • Audio technical coordination for Live in HD transmissions
  • Transmission operations for a network of over 200 radio stations worldwide and internet streaming partners, including end-to-end connections and quality assurance throughout broadcasts
  • Live broadcast mixing and recording and board operation, including live mixing on large frame consoles with multiple microphones and talking heads including host, commentators, and guests, and triggering live playback of prerecorded features
  • Recording, editing, mixing, and music underscoring of radio features, interviews, promos, and trailers, including VO, performance excerpts, and music beds
Management and Administration
  • Organization and communication of broadcast information and requirements to departments throughout the organization and to the Live in HD team
  • Organization of broadcast engineer work assignments and schedule for both on-staff and freelance engineers, and recruitment and training of new hires, in coordination with the Senior Radio Producer
  • Management of relationships with key vendors (NPR Content Depot, telecom service, Studer, etc.), including contracts, budget, schedule, maintenance of equipment, and monitoring of services
  • Planning, budgeting, and supervision of technical capital projects
  • Creation of annual budget for equipment purchases and handling of orders, Overseeing of asset management planning and execution, including long-term storage of assets
Skills and Qualifications
  • minimum 15 years professional engineering experience (in broadcast, studio and remote recording)
  • experience working in a supervisory position with a team of engineers
  • experience with operations planning, design and maintenance
  • extensive classical music training and knowledge
  • live recording and mixing, including familiarity with large-frame consoles such as the Studer Vista line and digital audio workstations such as Pyramix
  • post-production editing and mixing, with advanced ProTools fluency
  • live on-air broadcast engineering
  • Knowledge of and compliance to broadcast standards
  • Experience with broadcast IP codecs
  • Experience with intercommunications systems – RTS, Clearcom, or Riedel
  • IP networking knowledge for broadcast infrastructure
  • technical maintenance engineering
  • extensive experience with both analog formats and digital systems
  • transmission technology knowledge/experience
  • television broadcast experience
  • new media technology knowledge/experience
  • experience with asset management systems such as Soundminer, Enco, or Amazon Glacier
Physical Demands
  • The Broadcast Audio Operations Director carries enormous responsibility and must coordinate and cooperate with people from diverse departments of the Met and beyond. Judgment, discretion, and people skills are of paramount importance.
  • The position requires schedule flexibility and the ability to work nights and weekends, with weekly rehearsals and broadcasts.
  • The Broadcast Audio Operations Director must be able to work effectively under pressure and on tight deadlines.

The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

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