MENTORED BY: Data Development Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Donor prospect research, research report preparation, research data management

SKILLS LEARNED: Hands on experience in researching donor prospects and building cultivation strategies with the development team.

Internship Responsibilities

• Under the mentorship of the Data Development Manager, learn how to research and identify prospective donors for our annual gifts, project support, and campaign gifts.
• Help identify donor interest with program support and strategize with the development team on the approach.
• Provide weekly written report research findings and update donor database profile.

Qualifications

• Be a “self-starter.”
• Strong communication skills.
• Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability.

Term & Compensation

• Unpaid internship
• Part-time; approx.10 hours a week
• 6 months; February – July 17, 2021
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of ballet and the arts very helpful

Working Conditions & Expectations

• Flexible hours; Work from home
• Facilitate weekly research meetings
• Prepare weekly status reports
• At all times, uphold the ethical and confidentiality guidelines the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).

Physical requirements

Nothing extreme; long periods of sitting at a desk.

POSITION: Graphic Design Intern

MENTOR:  Ballet West Graphic Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION:  Work on a wide variety of projects alongside experienced in-house designers and marketing team.

SKILLS LEARNED:  Position offers an excellent opportunity to work on substantive projects in the arts and can result in a great reference.

Internship Responsibilities

Design interns support our in-house team in the creation and revision of these projects: social media graphics, website pages, posters, banners, billboards, postcards, and advertisements.

Qualifications

•              Junior, senior, or graduate status, pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or related field

•              Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

•              Be responsible, flexible, hard-working, ethical, and committed to the mission of Ballet West

•              Detail oriented and ability to juggle multiple assignments

Term & Compensation

•              This is an unpaid internship

•              Part-time, approximately 10 hours per week

•              3 to 6 months

•              There is an opportunity for school credit if allowed by the college/university of the applicant

•              Flexible hours, ability to work remotely if desired

TO APPLY:  E-mail cover letter, resume, and three work samples to Dana Rimington, Senior Manager of Communications and Publications at drimington@BalletWest.org with “Application for Graphic Design Intern” in the subject line.

ABOUT BALLET WEST 

BALLET WEST, one of America’s leading and largest ballet companies, led by Artistic Director Adam Sklute, has earned an international reputation for artistic innovation and excellence since its founding in 1963. For more than 50 years, the Salt Lake City-based Company has entertained and excited audiences in Utah and worldwide by presenting great classical ballets, historical masterpieces, and new cutting-edge creations with only the highest artistic and professional standards. The Company continues to build future ballet artists and audiences by providing classical ballet training through the Frederick Q. Lawson Ballet West Academy and its four campuses and more than 1,000 students. Ballet West also operates one of the largest outreach and education programs in the country which reaches hundreds of thousands of children and adults throughout Utah and the Intermountain Region every year. The 22/23 Season is generously sponsored by the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation and Salt Lake Zoo, Arts & Parks, and Intermountain Health Care.

Reports to:  Senior Director, External Affairs

Duties and responsibilities:

As we approach our 60^th Anniversary season, we are poised to take on an ambitious slate of artistic programming while expanding our educational resources that reach a broader community.

The role of the Annual Giving Manager is to actively fundraise for Ballet West’s annual giving programs: Heritage Club, Membership, and Scholarship.  In addition, this role will create and promote projects and campaigns to increase annual giving donations. The Annual Giving Manager will be responsible for meeting an annual budget goal while providing elevated customer service and developing long-lasting relationships with donors.

• Manage Heritage Club and Membership Programs
  • Work with Senior Director of External Affairs to craft strategies for annual giving; responsible for growing the membership base, starting with the entry level; improve engagement, retention rates and acquisition annually.
  • Manage robust annual and continuous direct mail campaign, including list management, creative oversight, budgeting, timelines, and overall strategy.
  • Partner with Patron Services to assist in advancing membership solicitation, renewals, cultivation and engagement, and benefit fulfillment.
  • Utilize wealth screening tools, Board of Directors, and staff to identify prospects for new and/or elevated gifts; develop a pipeline of annual giving donors.
  • Ensure all donor records in the database are up to date and portfolio plans reflect accurate forecasts and recorded revenue.

• Manages Ballet West Scholarship Fund
  • Responsible for assessing current initiatives and creating new initiatives, all with the goal of fully funding Ballet West’s Scholarship program.
  • Manage targeted scholarship fundraising events, including those that support Park City Latin Scholarships. Assist with scholarship messaging as needed for Live PC Give PC, Social Media, and additional initiatives; coordinate grant submission with Foundations and Government Giving Manager.
  • Manage the process of inviting “Named Scholarship Donors” to work alongside Artistic Director and Academy Director in selecting annual scholarship; ensure website and onsite plaques are updated with annual scholarships; coordinate an introduction between scholarship donors and recipients, when prompted.

• Other Support
  • Manages gifts made In Honor and In Memory of, along with appropriate recognition, gift renewals and proper recognition in playbill and website.
  • Works with Board Liaison to ensure benefit fulfillment for Board of Directors.
  • Delivers monthly Board Reports.
  • Attends and supports Ballet West Special Events, including but not limited to: intermission receptions, cast parties, fundraisers, donor salon events, etc. Assists with event execution onsite.

Qualifications:

• A four-year college degree and a minimum of three years of fundraising experience
• Strong communication skills
• Experience managing direct mail campaigns
• Tessitura (or other CRM database) software proficiency, required
• Financial non-profit literacy preferred
• Analytical comprehension and attention to detail
• Project management and organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with a highly motivated team of fundraisers
• Excellent writing and proofreading abilities
• Knowledge of ballet and the arts preferred but not required
• Must have car and valid driver’s license

Working Conditions and Expectations:

• Actively participates in and contributes to a dynamic culture that fosters teamwork, accountability, trust and respect
• The ability to work some evenings and weekends when Ballet West performs or has events.
• At all times, upholds the ethical and confidentiality guidelines the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).

Direct reports:

Development Data Manager

About Ballet West:

BALLET WEST is a nonprofit founded in 1963 and is one of America’s leading and largest ballet companies, led by Artistic Director Adam Sklute. The Company boasts a rich and varied repertoire, elegant and versatile artists and an American style and legacy that is as dynamic, expansive and unexpected as the Rocky Mountain region it represents. Ballet West has toured the world several times, presenting the very best in American classical ballet. Nearly 100,000 students are served through outreach programs each year, reaching 100% of all Utah school districts. The Company continues to build future ballet artists and audiences by providing classical ballet training through the Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy and its four campuses in downtown Salt Lake City, Pleasant Grove (Utah County), Park City, and Trolley Corners. With more than 1,000 students, it is the largest ballet and dance school in  the Intermountain Region. Nearly $400,000 in scholarships are distributed annually to Academy Students.

Ballet West embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Ballet West is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Reports to:  Director, Major Gifts and Corporate Sponsorships

Duties and Responsibilities

The Manager, Special Events and Benefits will join a vibrant fundraising team who collectively work to amplify the mission, vision, and values of Ballet West. This role will help to provide a clear channel of communication and connection between Ballet West and the philanthropic community via benefit fulfilment, curated community events, and our annual major fundraiser.

The ideal candidate values team camaraderie has a high attention to details and enjoys crafting customer experiences that excite and inspire.

Key responsibilities include:

• Development Special Events
  • Under the strategic leadership f the Senior Director, External Affairs, implement all annual fundraising events (which currently include the Spring Sirée, Beer & Ballet, and Nutcracker Magic);
    • Design, deliver and process all invitations and RSVPs.
    • Coordinate with all vendors and stakeholders (external and internal).
    • Work within an allotted time and expense budget.
    • Conduct evaluation post-event.
    • Achieve specified revenue goals.
  • Execute department-wide stewardship effrts, partnering with the Director, Major Gifts and Corporate Sponsorships.
  • Schedule, train and direct a team f event staff and volunteers during Development events.
  • Identify in-kind partners as they relate t special events: venues, food and beverage, flowers, décor, etc.
  • Work closely with the Marketing Department to ensure appropriate material(s) are produced for events on-time and within budget.
• Supports Domestic and International Donor Tours
  • Wrk with Senior Director of External Affairs and Directr, Major Gifts and Corporate Sponsorships in designing and executing dnor touring packages that include, but not limited to: donor communications, budget, travel itinerary, airfare, ground transportation, event tickets, donor experiences, etc.
• Fulfill Corporate Contracts
  • Under the guidance f the Directr, Major Gifts and Corporate Sponsorships, ensure cntractual obligations are met for all corporate funders. Benefits include: complimentary tickets, naming recognition, signage, and events.
  • Supprt Corporate Industry Nights by executing outreach strategy and fulfilling performance benefits.
  • Track renewal dates fr corporate contracts and work with Directr, Major Gifts and Corporate Sponsorships to ensure all cntracts are renewed in a timely manner.
  • Implement a cultivatin and stewardship plans for current and prospective corporate sponsors, that could include hosting liaisons at performances, invitations to attend in-studio rehearsals, meet/greet artists, attend education and outreach programs, etc.
  • Prepare and submit End-f-Event/Program/Season reports for corporate sponsors; all submissions within three-weeks upon the conclusion of the sponsored activity.
  • Ensure all crporate sponsorships and in-kind donations are appropriately documented in Tessitura with signed contracts and accurate forecasts are reflected.
• Support of Monthly Board Reports.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years’ experience with successful event management.
• Four-year college degree in Events Management or related field or equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license and a vehicle available for business travel
• Analytical comprehension and attention to detail
• Project management and organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of ballet and the arts, very helpful
• Entrepreneurial spirit for discovery of new practices

Working Conditions & Expectations

• The ability to work evenings and weekends when Ballet West performs or has events.
• Actively participate in creating a dynamic culture where employees support one another through strong communications, trust and respect.
• At all times, uphold the ethical and confidentiality guidelines of the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

About Ballet West

BALLET WEST is a nonprofit founded in 1963 and is one of America’s leading and largest ballet companies, led by Artistic Director Adam Sklute. The Company boasts a rich and varied repertoire, elegant and versatile artists and an American style and legacy that is as dynamic, expansive and unexpected as the Rocky Mountain region it represents. Ballet West has toured the world several times, presenting the very best in American classical ballet. Nearly 100,000 students are served through outreach programs each year, reaching 100% of all Utah school districts. The Company continues to build future ballet artists and audiences by providing classical ballet training through the Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy and its four campuses in downtown Salt Lake City, Lehi, Park City, and Trolley Corners. With more than 1,000 students, it is the largest ballet and dance school in Utah. Nearly $400,000 in scholarships are distributed annually to Academy Students.

Ballet West embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Ballet West is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Reports to: Business Operations Manager​

Staff reporting to this position: Volunteers

Major functions: To effectively represent Ballet West in carrying out the mission of the Academy, providing a ​ prestigious level of customer service while overseeing all administrative functions of the assigned campus.

General Responsibilities

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance

• Greet visitors to the campus, respond to clientele with warmth, efficiency, patience, and energy.
• Assist local staff and Campus Principal in the coordination of student performances if needed.
• Help to monitor account balances and financial transactions (e.g., tuition, fees, petty cash, boutique shop, etc.).
• Maintain student attendance, records, and enrollment data for the campus, providing accurate reporting.
• Oversee student and parent volunteers when necessary, by providing tasks to ensure productivity.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of means by phone, email and/or in-person providing tours, open houses, and assisting in promotional events to encourage enrollment and student retention.
• Maintain and teach the correct use of the Ballet West Academy student management system. Run all reports applicable to students, personnel, and placement (e.g., awards, critical information, etc.).
• In coordination with the Campus Principal and Academy Senior Operations Manager, maintain weekly campus studio schedules with up-to-date staffing, and approved outside rentals.
• Administer first aid and medication to students who are under the direction of health professional to meet immediate health care needs.
• Maintain inventories of supplies and materials (e.g., general supplies, equipment, boutique, facility management, etc. ), while ensuring facility standards according to policy and local laws.
• Complete any other assignments given by supervisor/s.
• Willing to work at our different campus locations, including the Ballet Centre, Trolley Corners, Park City, and Lehi depending on coverage needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma
• 1 year experience in an administrative or customer service role
• Proficient in the Windows environment, especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work well under deadlines, independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, expressing commitment to the mission.
• Maintain emotional control and stability in all activities of this position for the safety and well-being of students, clientele, and fellow team members.
• The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
• Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
• Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
• Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills

Possess musical, dance, and/or education training; assist in classes and complement staff as necessary.

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports to: Primary: Frederick Quinney Lawson Academy Director Secondary: Campus Principals

Staff reporting to this position: None

Major functions: To instruct students in the Academy, assist Director and faculty in syllabus and curriculum development, performance preparation and participation, summer instruction, and administrative work associated with instructions.

General Responsibilities:

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance:

• Teach classes, both on a regular basis and as a substitute
• Respond to Staff requests regarding availability
• Oversee performances of students in collaboration with faculty and leadership
• Choreograph and/or stage repertoire for any and all assigned classes
• Teach warm up classes as needed
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the technical and artistic development of students and their skills, assessing their achievements and weaknesses, and sharing this information with the Student Ballet Mistress and Director of Ballet West Academy
• Ensure the students understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint
• Teach ballet technique according to Ballet West Principles of Technique in year-round and summer programs as needed
• Prepare classroom curriculum in accordance with syllabus directives
• Teach dance courses conditioning, and the like as needed
• Rehearse academy performance material as needed
• Attend and assist with back stage duties as needed including Spring Performance, Ballet West Gala or other performance as requested
• Conference with parents when necessary
• Maintain roll books and progression sheets
• Prepare evaluations for students’ files, meetings with parents, evaluations and incident reports for inclusion into student files
• Consult with students when needed in conjunction with evaluations
• Serve as a team member in developing performance programing, summer workshop/intensive programing, and policies and procedures as needed
• Attend faculty and staff meetings and in-services when required
• Attend parent/student orientations as requested
• Attend professional development workshops as requested
• Serve as a team member on projects as assigned by Director

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 5 years of codified dance instruction (performance experience can be considered in calculating experience)
• Basic computer skills
• Proficient in administrative especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Knowledge of various syllabi, teaching techniques
• Abilities- choreography, repetiteur
• Other characteristics – patience, intuition, creativity
• Flexible availability during rehearsal and production periods
• Ability to problem solve and deal with student emergencies including, but not limited to, injury and illness
• A passion for working with students of all ages
• Positive attitude and inspiring presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with the artistic, production, and management staff
  • Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
  • Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
  • Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
  • Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills
Additional language skills

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports to: Primary: Frederick Quinney Lawson Academy Director Secondary: Campus Principals

Staff reporting to this position: None

Major functions: To instruct students in the Academy, assist Director and faculty in syllabus and curriculum development, performance preparation and participation, summer instruction, and administrative work associated with instructions.

General Responsibilities:

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance:

• Teach classes, both on a regular basis and as a substitute
• Respond to Staff requests regarding availability
• Oversee performances of students in collaboration with faculty and leadership
• Choreograph and/or stage repertoire for any and all assigned classes
• Teach warm up classes as needed
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the technical and artistic development of students and their skills, assessing their achievements and weaknesses, and sharing this information with the Student Ballet Mistress and Director of Ballet West Academy
• Ensure the students understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint
• Teach ballet technique according to Ballet West Principles of Technique in year-round and summer programs as needed
• Prepare classroom curriculum in accordance with syllabus directives
• Teach dance courses conditioning, and the like as needed
• Rehearse academy performance material as needed
• Attend and assist with back stage duties as needed including Spring Performance, Ballet West Gala or other performance as requested
• Conference with parents when necessary
• Maintain roll books and progression sheets
• Prepare evaluations for students’ files, meetings with parents, evaluations and incident reports for inclusion into student files
• Consult with students when needed in conjunction with evaluations
• Serve as a team member in developing performance programing, summer workshop/intensive programing, and policies and procedures as needed
• Attend faculty and staff meetings and in-services when required
• Attend parent/student orientations as requested
• Attend professional development workshops as requested
• Serve as a team member on projects as assigned by Director

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 5 years of codified dance instruction (performance experience can be considered in calculating experience)
• Basic computer skills
• Proficient in administrative especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Knowledge of various syllabi, teaching techniques
• Abilities- choreography, repetiteur
• Other characteristics – patience, intuition, creativity
• Flexible availability during rehearsal and production periods
• Ability to problem solve and deal with student emergencies including, but not limited to, injury and illness
• A passion for working with students of all ages
• Positive attitude and inspiring presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with the artistic, production, and management staff
  • Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
  • Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
  • Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
  • Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills
Additional language skills

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports To: Director of Production, Production Stage Manager

Job Purpose

Assists in production operations and stage management duties. Primary responsibilities include: assist with managing the production needs and services for Ballet West, Ballet West II (BWII) and the Academy, and coordinate production needs for Marketing and Development programs, performances, and events.

Duties and Responsibilities

Stage Management Primary Duties:

• Serve as the primary Stage Manager for all BWII and Academy performances and events, including:
  • Produce all necessary running paperwork;
  • Produce and/or updating production schedules for all BWII and Academy performances and events;
  • Assist with the set-up and strike of the performance space when applicable (laying marley, distributing costumes, etc.);
  • Assist with active transportation of all production gear;
  • Call/supervise all performances;
  • Produce and distribute performance reports for all performances and events;
  • Participate in any post-mortem meetings for these performances and events, if scheduled.
• Serve as the stage manager, under direct supervision of the Production Stage Manager, for all BW performances, including:
  • Manage the deck for all onstage rehearsals and performances;
  • Assist the Production Stage Manager with running paperwork as necessary
  • Maintain safety backstage
  • Create and distribute performance reports, if assigned
  • Call follow spots or full ballets, if assigned

Production Operations Coordinator Primary Duties:

• Manage all scenery and costume rentals for Ballet West (responding to inquiries, creating and executing contracts, facilitating shipping, coordinating payment, arranging supervisors for full length ballets, reconciling deposits, etc.)
• Facilitate production operations for all BW, BWII, and Academy productions, performances, events and tours from design and planning stages to execution and post-mortem, as directed.
• Assist in management of production budgets, payroll, timekeeping, purchasing and record keeping for BW, BWII and Academy, including producing and submitting check requests, and maintaining budget vs. actual spreadsheets for all projects.
• Work with the Director of Production to participate in design processes for BW, BWII and the Academy, including:
  • Maintain production department calendars and schedules;
  • Prepare and submit bids, estimates, and proposals in coordination with Director of Production;
  • Assist Director of Production to facilitate communication between design teams and construction shops.
• Coordinate transfer and touring freight and trucking logistics for BW, BWII and the Academy, and any other ancillary events, as directed.
• Assist, as directed, in supervision of production and/or event staff for BW, BWII, the Academy, and ancillary events, projects, and programs.
• Assist with projects as assigned by Director of Production.

* Ballet West job descriptions are not intended as comprehensive or exhaustive lists of duties to be performed, but rather as a tool for providing structure to individuals charged with completing certain functions of the organization.
* This job description does not constitute a contract or offer of employment and does not change or affect the at-will status of the employee employed in this position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills in managing all aspects of production while delivering the highest possible production values for Ballet West, Ballet West II and Academy performances. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Qualifications include:

• Undergraduate degree preferred, but not required.
• Experience as a stage manager, technical director, production manager, or production supervisor.
• A minimum three years of theatrical production management or experience at a professional level, preferably ballet.
• Must possess strong computer skills and an ability to work within the Windows environment, specifically, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects from various locations (office, in theatre, at home, and on tour).
• Must be able to work well under pressure and remain extremely organized, while maintaining a sense of humor.
• A working knowledge of a CAD type program is a plus (Vectorworks is preferred).
• Knowledge of audio/video control (QLab) and recording systems and operations is helpful.
• Valid Passport and Driver’s License required. Ability to drive large box trucks is a plus.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the Stage Manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working environment may often be considered extreme in regards to noise, light (bright or dark), and fumes.

Because some travel is involved, the employee may be exposed to varying work environments.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The Employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to use hands to finger, feel, handle and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 75 pounds in weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, low light vision, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Direct Reports

* Production staff/ crew for BWII and Academy performances, ancillary events and programs
* BWII performers – supervisor while in performance

Principal Supervisor: Music Director

Reports to: Academy Director and Music Director

Staff reporting to this position: None

Major functions: Provides piano accompanist services for Ballet West Main and Second Company and Ballet West Academy, including playing for class and rehearsal with no more than Five (5) hours of class per day.

General Responsibilities

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance

Primary Duties:

• Accompanies classes and rehearsals for the Ballet West Academy
• Accompanies classes and rehearsals for the Ballet West Main and Second Company

Additional Duties:

• Accompanies Academy summer programs, as required
• Travel to various Academy locations
• Assist in Curriculum content in reference to music
• Attend faculty and staff meetings and in-services when required
• Attend professional development workshops as requested
• Serve as a team member on projects as assigned by Music Director and Academy Director
• Supports Academy performances with recorded music preparation and live accompaniment

Qualifications

A. Education and Experience

• 10 years experience in piano technique and performance
• Basic computer skills
• English required, additional languages an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Highly accomplished technical and musical ability
• Strong sight-reading skills
• Experience as a class/rehearsal pianist on the professional or community level or in an academic or training environment
• Working knowledge of ballet vocabulary & repertoire and a strong familiarity with the rehearsal process in the studio
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Administrative and coordination skills
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to write, type, talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit on piano benches for long periods of time.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands and arms to finger, feel, handle and reach .
• Specific vision abilities is required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
• Specific auditory requirements include the ability to hear and distinguish musical tones and sounds with extreme precision.