Artistic Operations Coordinator

Artistic Operations Coordinator

Non- Exempt

Part time; weekly hours range from ten (10) hours most weeks to 40 hours during six (6) production weeks

“Exquisite in every way” (Gramophone), The Thirteen is a professional choir and orchestra based in metropolitan Washington, D.C. with a mission to inspire the soul to sing, move the heart to empathy, and build community, all through groundbreaking musical performance.

Responsibilities:

• Rehearsal and Concert Production
  • Serve as production manager for The Thirteen, including venue liaison, stagecraft and instrument rental, venue setup and strike, and stage management.  
  • First in and last out at all rehearsals and concerts; set up stands, podiums, risers as necessary; coordinate rehearsal schedule and breaks; lead venue re-set
  • Manage stagecraft deliveries; coordinate A/V needs at performance venues; arrange stagecraft labor as necessary
  • Lead in coordinating other production requirements as needed, e.g. lighting, projection, subtitles, props, etc.
  • Supervise video livestream setup and strike; coordinate between video contractors and staff
  • Serve as point of contact between production contractors and The Thirteen
  • Coordinate delivery of digital assets
  • Serve as homestay and travel reimbursement coordinator
  • Coordinate rehearsal schedules with staff and venues, communicate production information to musicians
  • Facilitate musician contracting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile:

• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management; strong project management skills
• Adaptability, an entrepreneurial spirit, and excitement at the challenge of working with a small team in a growing arts organization; support of The Thirteen’s mission and values
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds (risers, podiums, etc.)
• Flexibility to regularly work outside regular office hours for concerts/events, with reliable access to a vehicle for transportation needs and to transport production materials. Available for attendance at all The Thirteen rehearsals and concerts
• Able to perform work remotely outside of concert weeks; available for in-person work one day per week; during concert weeks, be present at all rehearsals and performances.
• Residence near, and travel within the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. Residence in Washington, D.C. preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Education: this position requires excellent critical thinking and organization skills; a bachelor’s degree or background in the performing arts is a plus.
• Experience: 2+ years experience in performing arts production management preferred; experience in performance logistics, stage management, or as a stagehand is required.
• Ability to read music is a plus.

Compensation:

• $20,000-22,500, comprising approximately 660 hours of work over the course of a season (September – June).
• This is a part-time role, affording significant flexibility with regard to schedule. Outside of rehearsal/performance weeks, the candidate can expect an average of 10 hours of work per week, including attendance at our weekly staff day in person. The Thirteen produces six programs each season, each spanning one week. During those weeks, the candidate can expect an average of 40 hours of work. This is a salaried position, with compensation averaged over each pay period.
• 4 weeks vacation per year, most of which is expected to be taken in the summer.
• 10 paid holidays per year; generous sick leave and family leave.
• Professional Exepenses stipend