Director of Operations / The Philadelphia Orchestra Association Location Philadelphia PA
Employer Post | Posted on 12/10/2011 by Brian Dragonuk
Director of Operations
Organization: The Philadelphia Orchestra Association
The Director of Operations is responsible for managing and implementing the operational, production design, and logistics of all concerts including those at Kimmel Center, the Academy of Music, run-outs, summer festivals, and touring. This individual will bring and implement a creative vision that pushes the design and theatrical boundaries of the concert experience, and will implement the Music Director's and other production partners' creative vision. This position works closely with the VP for Artistic Planning, Artistic Administrator, and Music Director.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee the work of POA concert operations including oversight of staff, independent contractors, and production partners to execute Philadelphia Orchestra concerts at home in the Kimmel Center and at all other concert venues
2. Plan and administer all concert production activities of the orchestra, including facility and equipment rental, staging and technical requirements and other logistic arrangements
3. Work in close collaboration with members of the Artistic and Education departments to fulfill the execution of concert planning and creative vision
4. Oversee tour and residency planning and execution, including creating itineraries and budgets, initiating contracts with tour and residency partners, and managing the successful execution of tours and residencies in coordination with the Operations Manager
5. Plan and manage weekly interdepartmental operations and production meetings
6. Oversee the appropriate contracting of necessary lighting, scenery, staging, and other vendors to fulfill the creative direction of the concerts and programs
7. Oversee the production logistics for all orchestra tours, summer residencies, and run-out concerts.
8. Execute production planning with a full understanding of the collective bargaining agreement that governs the stagehands and musicians
9. Play a key role regarding technical capabilities and acoustic treatments and amplification requirements at Verizon Hall and other venues
10. Manage the execution of detailed budgeting, monthly reconciliation of internal and external production budgets, and forecasting
11. Participate in concert duty rotation
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree required. Seven (7+) years of Orchestra and production administrative experience required. Experience with IATSE and stagehands and strong production and technical design in performing arts experience. A combination of education and/or training and experience may be considered. Ability to read music and familiarity with orchestral repertoire required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
1. Ability to integrate and execute the creative vision of the Music Director, President and other production partners.
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication experience.
3. Able to multi-task & prioritize several projects in a fast-paced office environment.
4. Ability to provide responsive delivery of ideas, options, and department communication follow-through with others.
5. Ability to read music and familiarity with orchestral repertoire.
6. Strong knowledge of technical capabilities and specifications of venues, equipment, and vendors.
7. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet programs and OPAS.
8. Proven problem-solving skills in high-pressure environment.
9. Strong organizational skills.
10. A proven team leader.
11. A curiosity, passion and interest in executing programs that push the boundaries of the concert experience, including but not limited to new media, electronic media, semi-staged opera, and presentations in unusual venues.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
Routine for office environment. The employee will be required to travel off-site, including domestic and international travel, and will perform the essential functions of the job during evening and weekend concerts.
To Apply:
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to humanresources@philorch.org
Mail to: The Philadelphia Orchestra Association Attn: Human Resources 260 South Broad Street, 16th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102
Education Level: Bachelor's degree required. Seven (7+) years of Orchestra and pr
Deadline: 03/01/2012
Details:
Category and Subcategory:
Jobs - Management/Administrative
Pay:
Paid
Contact Info:
To Apply:
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to humanresources@philorch.org
Mail to: The Philadelphia Orchestra Association Attn: Human Resources 260 South Broad Street, 16th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102
Education Level: Bachelor's degree required. Seven (7+) years of Orchestra and pr
Deadline: 03/01/2012
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