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.

Department: Production 

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt 

Work Schedule:   Schedule varies based on performance and event schedule. This position regularly works on weekends and night-time events. 

How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to employment@detroitopera.org 

Position Summary: 

The Technical Director (TD) is the leader 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 Broadway touring musicals, graduations and commercial events hosted in the Detroit Opera House. The TD reports to the General Manager (GM), is responsible for all technical aspects of all productions at the Detroit Opera house and leads the technical staff.  The TD is responsible for scheduling and supervising IATSE stage crews and managing various show documentation and, when necessary, drafts (draws) plans and sections for DO opera, dance and other productions. The TD works closely with internal Production staff and external clients.  

Specific Responsibilities:  

• Function as part of the Production staff to plan, schedule and coordinate various departments and production staff for opera season and all other Detroit Opera events. 

• Directly supervise the execution of all technical elements of all productions and rental events throughout the year. 

• Ensure all technical aspects of production are completed within budget and schedule 

• Manage the maintenance and upkeep of all theatrical equipment and systems. 

• Assist the GM in the recruitment and hiring of necessary IATSE crew and seasonal staff. 

• Serve as main contact with IATSE, and act as supervisor for all IATSE stage crew departments. 

• Participate in collective bargaining with IATSE. 

• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations regarding licensing, permits, certificates and relevant documentation regarding the technical and production aspects of performances, including federally mandated safety programs and risk assessment.  

• Implement and monitor safety protocols, procedures, and training programs for routine stage operations as well as specific operations related to performance, e.g., aerial performances, special effects, work at height, etc. 

• Produce and maintain show and building drawings in VectorWorks and appropriate technical paperwork/supporting documents including floor plans, sections, elevations, hanging plots, and hang schedules. 

• Supervise the assembly, storage, and maintenance of scenery and the construction of props for all operas. This may include purchasing materials and supplies and maintaining inventories as needed and supervising the crew during the installation, run, and removal processes. 

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in theater or related field. 

• Three or more years of experience as a technical director or related role. 

• Outstanding leadership ability. 

• Experience dealing with and leading union crews. 

• Strong Knowledge of scenic automation, rigging systems, theatrical construction techniques, carpentry, metalworking, and engineering. 

• Proficient in CAD Drafting (VectorWorks preferred). 

• Proficient in MS Office software; highly proficient in Excel. 

• Knowledge of industry safety standards. 

• 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 drive Detroit Opera vehicles, including 24’ box truck. 

• 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.  

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 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.  

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. 

Salary: $57,000 – $62,000
Work Schedule: Full Time
How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to employment@detroitopera.org

Position Summary

The Graphic Designer will serve as the lead designer for company-wide graphic design needs, producing effective and engaging materials while taking ownership of the Detroit Opera brand. While housed in the Marketing Department, this position will produce work for all organization departments, including, but not limited to, artistic, production, development, marketing, events, and the President’s office. The ideal candidate will possess excellent typography skills and the ability to produce artistically compelling graphics and publications with a keen eye for detail and an elevated sense of aesthetics.

Specific Responsibilities

· Serve as the graphic designer for the organization by creating and producing effective and engaging print and digital marketing materials, season and production publications, advertising campaigns, and other materials ensuring adherence to brand standards that abide by marketing strategies.

· Create the visual concept for a variety of projects to reflect the desired theme and tone of the communications.

· Own and manage Detroit Opera brand standards and guidelines, and ensure all staff are kept up to date on proper style and usage

· Suggest and make creative alterations to projects to elevate the brand while maintaining brand standards.

· Coordinate with the artistic and marketing teams to generate new and innovative design ideas.

· Design distinctive graphics such as infographics and illustrations better to show information in a quick and easy-to-understand way.

· Collaborate with Marketing and Communications staff to develop compelling and highly-targeted marketing campaigns.

· Continually seek additional opportunities for professional development to stay on top of advancements in design and development in a marketing capacity.

· In collaboration with the Marketing Manager, work with outside printers and advertisers on deliverables.

· Create and manage institutional communication systems to keep involved staff updated on projects

· Provide a collaborative spirit of engagement with all departments

Required Qualifications

· A Bachelor’s degree in art design, graphic design, fine arts, or significant work experience in graphic design.

· Hands-on experience and significant knowledge in image editing tools and graphic design software in Adobe Creative Suite and the ability to produce print projects with pre-press knowledge.

· Ability to formulate and articulate a design vision to a variety of stakeholders.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure, have strong project management skills, work with a variety of personalities, and meet deadlines.

· Willingness to accept feedback and make necessary changes in the design.

· Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Desired Qualifications

· A knowledge of opera, dance, or the arts in general.

· Experience working for a nonprofit organization.

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.