Chorus Auditions Update

Chorus auditions for the fall have been completed.

If interested in receiving notice of upcoming audition dates, send your vocal resume to
auditions@detroitopera.org.

The Detroit Opera Chorus is a professional group of diverse classical vocal artists of all professions and backgrounds. Vocalists of the Detroit Opera Chorus are members of the American Guild of Musical Artists.

Salary: $45,000 – $50,000
Work Schedule: Schedule varies during the performance season, the ATD regularly works
weekends and nighttime events.
How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to
employment@detroitopera.org

Position Summary:
The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) is a crucial member of a three-person technical
direction team responsible for the planning, supervision and management of productions
and events at the Detroit Opera House (DOH), ranging from opera and dance performances
produced by Detroit Opera (DO) to various Broadway touring musicals and professional
networking events hosted in the DOH. The position reports to the Technical Director (TD)
and aids the TD in drafting plans for upcoming DO opera and dance productions and is often
responsible for supervising stage crews and managing various show paperwork. The ATD
will assume responsibility for stage operations on assigned events and productions and may
act as TD for Detroit Opera Tour productions. The ATD is an excellent, clear communicator,
who corresponds with stage crew, vendors, and the public appropriately and timely. The
ATD is a team-orientated multitasker and collaborator who can shift roles seamlessly in this
dynamic technical group.

Responsibilities:
• For DO Opera and Dance productions (approx. 10-12 per year), the ATD is
responsible for:
o Share in supervising the DOH IATSE crew during work calls
o Maintaining show paperwork such as line schedules, work calls
o Assist with show planning (materials ordering, scheduling, etc.)
o Assist in drafting plans/sections and elevations as necessary
o Assist in arranging transportation logistics for all productions
• For DOH hosted events throughout the year, including wedding, lectures, and
Broadway touring shows, the ATD is responsible for:
o Advancing and supervising stage operations of events and scheduling union crews
o Assisting in setup and execution of in-house productions and events
o Setup and take-down of audio equipment for non-stage events
o Maintain Stage Equipment (maintain records, schedule repair & maintenance
by union crew/ outside vendors as necessary)
o Assist in managing warehouse spaces

Required Qualifications:
• Two or more years of technical theatre experience in a professional venue
• Proficient in CAD Drafting (Vectorworks preferred)
• Proficient in MS Office software; highly proficient in Excel
• Proficient in setting up basic AV systems (projectors/ portable audio system)
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills. This position communicates with
clients, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to understand diverse perspectives and acknowledge the significance of
differences and complexities in background, cultures, values and viewpoints as the
foundation for an inclusive environment.

Desired Qualifications:
• Chauffeur’s license & DOT Medical Certificate eligible (not necessary to start, but
must be able to attain)
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Design/Technology, Technical Direction, or similar
degree from an accredited theatre program or college.
• Hands-on experience in stage operations, carpentry or related technical theater roles.
• Experience supervising stage operations teams.

Essential functions/physical demands:
• The person in this position routinely moves materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• The person in this position remains in a stationary position for periods of time.
• The person in this position occasionally ascends/descends ladders.
• The person in this position occasionally moves throughout the building to access equipment.

Application Deadline:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from
posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Applications will be
reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information:
Detroit Opera is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all
employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and
towards the fulfillment of the Detroit Opera mission.

Department: Safety and Security

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: This position maintains a flexible work schedule, and is part of a pool of Crowd Managers, who work various performances/events at the Detroit Opera House.

Salary: $18.00 – $19.00/hr.

How to apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume by email to employment@motopera.org.  Please include how you learned of this position. 

Position Summary

Detroit Opera (DO) is southeast Michigan’s premier venue for opera and dance, and is a contemporary cultural-corner stone of the City of Detroit. Located in the heart of downtown, near Comerica Park, Detroit Opera offers a dynamic work environment. DO Crowd Managers work with the Security Team to provide services designed to ensure the safety of Detroit Opera and the Detroit Opera House patrons, visitors, performers during performances and other events. Through working cohesively with the DO Security and Events teams Crowd Managers work to secure the safety of patrons, visitors, and performers by regulating traffic control, maintaining access to entrances and emergency exits, and performing security screenings—when required.  

Responsibilities

• Regulate traffic by managing the movement of activities and guests  

• Monitor entrances and exits to ensure proper egress, in accordance   
• Observe crowds in order to keep vigilant watch for signs of danger  
• Correspond with the Manager on Duty, Director of Security, and the Manager of Venue Operations to adequately provide emergency care within the existing security plan framework.  
• Ensure security and safety of patrons, visitors, performers, and staff, through adherence to DO security policies   
• Ensure security and safety of the venue, and perform security screening when required  

• Interact with guests attending events, provide information and direction in a positive and friendly manner  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent  
• Ability to pass state background check 

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a crowd manager or related events management experience 
• Demonstrated customer service skills  

Desired Qualifications

• Security experience 
• Law enforcement experience 
• Crowd control/venue management certification

Essential functions/physical demands

• The person in this position works evenings and weekends, in accordance with the events schedule. 

• The person in this position navigates stairwells, hallways, and other areas of the Detroit Opera House.  
• The person in this position stands for up to 3 hours at a time. 

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.  Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

Detroit Opera is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the DO mission. 

Department: Safety and Security

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: This position maintains a flexible work schedule, and is part of a pool of Event Medics, who work various performances/events at the Detroit Opera House.

Salary: $20.00/hr.

How to apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume by email to employment@motopera.org.  Please include how you learned of this position.

Position Summary

Detroit Opera (DO) is southeast Michigan’s premier venue for opera and dance, and is a contemporary cultural-corner stone of the City of Detroit. Located in the heart of downtown, near Comerica Park, Detroit Opera offers a dynamic work environment. DO Event Medics work with the Security Team to provide services designed to ensure the health and safety of Detroit Opera and the Detroit Opera House patrons, visitors, performers during performances and other events. Event Medics work to secure the safety of patrons, visitors, and performers by providing immediate medical care to any and all individuals who fall ill, to be vigilant of individuals displaying signs or symptoms of illness, to call for or facilitate communication with emergency first responders, and provide crowd management services for the safety of patrons, visitors, employees and artists.  

Responsibilities

• Immediately respond to all medical emergencies in accordance with the relevant procedures and policies.   

• Observe crowds in order to keep vigilant watch for symptoms and early signs of illness or medical emergencies.  
• Treat symptoms of minor injuries, such as small cuts/scrape, dizziness, nausea, headaches, contacting emergency medical services as needed.     
• Correspond with the Manager on Duty, Director of Security, and the Manager of Venue Operations to adequately provide emergency medical care within the existing security plan framework.  
• Participate in traffic control duties for large events, as needed.   

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• Ability to pass state background check 
• EMT-B license 
• Demonstrated ability to work ethically and dependably 

Desired Qualifications

• EMT-I license or EMT-P license highly preferred 
• Nursing/other health care experience  
• Security experience  
• Crowd manager experience  

Essential functions/physical demands

• The person in this position works evenings and weekends, in accordance with the events schedule. 

• The person in this position navigates stairwells, hallways, and other areas of the Detroit Opera House.  
• The person in this position stands for up to 3 hours at a time. 

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.  Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

Detroit Opera is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the DO mission. 

Shifts available: 

Sat., Sun., 3 PM – 11 PM (16 hrs./week) 

*Detroit Opera employees who work 20 or more hours/week are eligible to participate in the employee benefits program 

Salary: $20/hr.

How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume by email to employment@detroitopera.org.  

Position Summary:  

Detroit Opera (DO) is southeast Michigan’s premier venue for opera and dance and is a contemporary cultural-corner stone of the City of Detroit. Located in the heart of downtown, near Comerica Park, Detroit Opera offers a dynamic work environment. Through a meticulous security strategy, Detroit Opera Security Officers provide services designed to ensure the protective security of Detroit Opera staff, patrons, visitors and performers; and the Detroit Opera House buildings and grounds. Incumbents in this position will secure premises, personnel, patrons and guests by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; patrolling and inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry and checking credentials. During performances and other large events with visiting attendees, Security Officers monitor crowds, and provide crowd management services for the safety of visitors, employees and artists.   

Job Responsibilities: 

• Patrol and secure the Detroit Opera House. 
• Monitor and analyze CCTV camera footage. 
• Protect company assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues; guard valuables in a secure area 
• Respond to alarms and emergencies, communicate any irregularities with management 
• Keep a thorough incident report record; follow procedures for various initiatives including fire prevention, traffic control and accident investigations  
• Check visitors in and out of the Detroit Opera House, and escort visitors around the premises. 
• Guard valuables in a secure area 
• Ensure compliance with government regulations       

Required Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or GED equivalent  
• Ability to pass state background check 
• Clean driving record  
• Minimum 1 year of relevant security experience  
• Demonstrated ability to work ethically and dependably   
• Ability to understand diverse perspectives and acknowledge the significance of differences and complexities in background, cultures, values and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment. 

Desired Qualifications:  

• First aid/CPR-certified 
• Customer service experience 

Physical Demands of the Work Environment:  

• The person in this position navigates different areas through the building including stairwells, work areas, parking structure, and patron areas as part of building security checks.   
• The person in this position ascends and descends stairwells multiple times during a shift, as part of building security checks. 
• The person in this position stands for up to 3 hours at a time. 
• The person in this position occasionally lifts heavy objects up to 60 lbs.  

Application Deadline  

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.  

Additional Information  

Detroit Opera is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the DO mission.