Company
Royal Opera House
What can you receive?
£25 - £35k pro rata
Link
https://recruitment.roh.org.uk
Deadline
6 September 2024
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Orchestra Operations Manager, whose priority will be to ensure and carry out the safe and timely physical setup of the rehearsal and performance spaces for the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, as well as visiting orchestras and ensembles. This will include physically setting up pit / stage facilities, including instruments, chairs, music stands, technical equipment and scores.
They will work with the Orchestra Operations Team on forward planning of orchestral layouts, facilities maintenance, and management of the day to day working of the Orchestra Operations office. The Orchestra Operations team comprises of an Orchestra Production Manager, Orchestra Operations Manager and two Assistant Orchestra Operations Managers.
What you’ll bring:
This role will suit a candidate who can adapt to changing situations, have a level of flexibility, and can work under pressure and in fast evolving situations. You must be resilient, reliable and enjoy working as part of a team.
You will also be able to demonstrate:
- A proven track record in an orchestral management, technical or events project management role.
- A detailed knowledge of the working practices and demands of an orchestra.
- The ability to read music (basic level) and engage with orchestra players.
- Strong project management skills with a demonstrated level of initiative.
- Proficient Microsoft Office user as well as experience with software such as OPAS, DIESE, AutoCAD (or other equivalent event management system software).
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to tailor communications to relevant stakeholders.
