EDUCATION MANAGER

Full-Time, Exempt (Updated 6/16/2022)

Location: Milwaukee, WI, hybrid

Status: Full Time, Salaried, exempt

Reports to: Artistic Administrator

Supervises: no direct reports, shared leadership of Baumgartner Studio Artists

Works Closely with: Artistic Administrator, Community Events and Engagement manager, 

Job Description

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING

  • Manage details of in-school opera tour

    • Book and confirm details with schools/venues, disseminating pertinent venue information to performing artists (i.e. call times, directions) and oversee demographic numbers (i.e. attendance #’s), for the Florentine’s education, development and PR needs.   

    • Participate in the in-school tour rehearsal process.

    • Work with scenic personnel, costume designer, stage director and singers during the process.

    • Oversee the evaluation process to ensure that the Florentine continues to provide valuable educational programs.

  • Manage administrative details of Baumgartner Studio Artists Program

    • Part of the management team

    • Set schedule and coordinate performances, coachings, rehearsals, etc.

    • Announce, schedule and assist with auditions.

  • Develop opera resources, including study guides, that can match curriculum requirements and assist educators in preparing students for Florentine Opera performances.

  • Facilitate introduction to opera sessions in classrooms for school residencies, Opera Inside Out

  • Work with teachers to select and prepare children’s chorus for Schools on Stage

ADULT ENRICHMENT

  • Deliver university-level learning opportunities for adult enrichment and edutainment

  • Lead  Versed, Book Club, pre-show talks (adult learning opportunities)

  • Develop opera resources that enhance experience for all Florentine Opera performances.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

  • Work with leadership on adjusting and create programming to fit partner’s needs

  • Develop promotional materials (i.e. brochures, website content) with the marketing team

  • Attend Education Committee Meetings and help provide regular reports to the Florentine Opera Board of Directors through the Vice President of Education.

Knowledge and Skills 

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with all staff, management, artists, and the public in a professional and tactful manner. Maintain confidentiality and provide excellent customer service.

  • Ability to coordinate many tasks, setting appropriate priorities and completing work on schedule with attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently, exercise judgment and initiative. Be a motivated self-starter who also works well in a larger team.  

  • Ability to teach basic music to students of all ages.

  • Must be comfortable public speaking.

  • Knowledge of opera repertoire is required.

  • Demonstrate leadership in accordance with the Florentine's mission and vision. Must be a team player and be willing to help out teammates. 

  • Other administrative and staff responsibilities as needed. As the business evolves, so may this role. These duties may change as company leadership identifies the need at any time.

  • Driver’s license required.

Work Conditions

  • The job sometimes requires six-day workweeks as well as evenings during specific periods. 

  • Assistance at company events

  • Sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other office equipment.

  • Ability to carry up to 40 pounds;  transport and set up keyboards and other musical equipment.

  • As the business evolves, so may this role. These duties may change as company leadership identifies the need at any time.

Salary and Benefits

The Education Manager is a full‐time exempt position (salary $38,000-42,000 based on experience). The Florentine Opera offers generous benefits and a hybrid working environment.  

Benefits:

  • Medical (Partially covered), offered dental/vision, and covered life and disability

  • 403b savings plan 

  • Flexible PTO, company shut down week  and holiday pay

TO APPLY

Please submit a resume and three references to Maggey Oplinger, General Director and CEO, Florentine Opera Company, moplinger@florentineopera.org.