Assistant Director - Aspen Music Festival

Description The Assistant Director works under the supervision of the Aspen Opera Theatre & VocalARTS (AOTVA) Production Manager to assist in providing support for the AOTVA director(s) and artistic staff. The AOTVA program is under the co-artistic direction of Renée Fleming and Patrick Summers at the Aspen Music Festival & School (AMFS). The upcoming season will utilize the AMFS orchestras, the 2,050 seat Benedict Music Tent, and Historic Wheeler Opera House throughout an encompassing 8-week summer season. This season’s mainstage productions will be Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel and Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro. Responsibilities Attend all rehearsals, performances, and meetings with the AOTVA directors, keep notes during rehearsals, and assist with the daily schedule management of the directors with stage management, production management, and designers. Assist with administrative support of the singers and faculty as needed, and with company scheduling under the direction of the Company Manager.

Requirements

Proven ability to assist artistic and technical staff with efficiency, clarity, and grace while exercising the ability to create and maintain a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. Flexibility, creativity, interpersonal skills, and strong administrative practical understanding and skills are required. Strong knowledge/experience with Microsoft Office products required. Experience with ArtsVision is a plus but not a requirement. Candidates with prior opera experience will be given preference. Candidates also must be independently motivated, possess a sense of humor, be able to lift up to 30 lbs., and climb stairs and ladders comfortably.

Dates

June 6, 2024 to August 21, 2024

Compensation $15.00/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $4.45/hour depending on location.) Overtime $22.50/hour. Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time. Application Procedure Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and resume (with references) where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please. https://www.aspenmusicfestival.com/about/employment

Hiring Timeline

Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 12, 2024 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 12. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.

Salary: $15.00/hour plus housing provided by AMFS