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Orlando Ballet is hiring for the following positions:

Production Stage Manager

JOB TITLE: Production Stage Manager

DEPARTMENT: Production

REPORTS TO: Director of Production

LOCATION: This is an onsite job placement at Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre, 600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

STATUS: Full-time, exempt from over-time

START DATE: July 2025

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role:

Under the direction of the Director of Production and Artistic Staff, the Production Stage Manager is responsible for running all rehearsals and performances of Orlando Ballet’s professional company and school performances, both in Orlando and on tour. The Production Stage Manager will assist in all matters to ensure productions are in line with the vision of the Artistic staff. Orlando Ballet is seeking a driven, self-motivated highly organized individual, with a commitment to supporting Orlando Ballet in its mission to entertain, educate and enrich through the highest quality of dance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

General
- Completely understand Orlando Ballet’s Company Regulations
- In conjunction with the Director of Production, seek-out, hire, mange, direct, and mentor assistant stage management interns per production and/or season
- Serve as the communication hub between Artistic, Production, and Orlando Ballet School schedules, events, rehearsals, and performances
- Coordinate and lead meetings in person and through video as required
- Manage and train project managers and admins on the scheduling software Propared
- Performs other duties as required or assigned by Director of Production

Pre-production

- Standardize and produce relevant Stage Management paperwork for all engagements
- Produce and distribute rehearsal schedules, adjusting schedules as required based on variables and artistic staff needs
- Organize and prepare rehearsal studios including but limited to audio, lighting, and wardrobe.
- Attend rehearsals as required, learning all production elements
- Create and distribute daily rehearsal reports
- Consult with designers/ choreographers on cueing and other technical needs, liaising with Director of Production and Technical Director to ensure all changes are feasible and communicated properly.
- In conjunction with Technical Director, produce and distribute master production schedule
- Upload rehearsal music to server as necessary, periodically purge servers of unneeded files
- Manage editing of music masters as required, organize and distribute master music files for show playback
- Oversee relevant in-theater personnel for archival video recordings of all company productions; manage uploading of recordings to storage media devices
- Coordinate with video editor in producing requested dancer videos and audition reels

Production/ performance

- Attend all cueing sessions, interface with design team on all cue placement, documenting all cues into a calling script/production book
- Run all rehearsals & performances, coordinate all elements and call all cues for all departments
- Create and distribute performance reports for all Orlando Ballet performances and events as required

Post-Production

- Oversee archival storage of all production department documentation, digital and paper copies
- Attend and contribute to all postmortem discussions

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study, preferably Dance, Theatre, or Live Entertainment
3-5 years of experience in stage management
Ability to read or follow music
Proficient in MS Word and Excel
Proficient with scheduling software such as Propared
Proficient with PC and MAC operating systems
Have working knowledge of audio and video editing software (Qlab or similar)
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Be organized, detail-oriented, able to work independently
Be available to work holidays and weekends in accordance with the dancer, school, and production schedule, along with late nights and early mornings
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently as well as in a team setting

Works effectively in a diverse environment of artists, creative and management teams

Demonstrates ability to deal effectively with stressful situations, in an extremely busy environment

Preferred qualifications

Previous experience as a stage manager for a professional dance company
Certified for adult and pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED (or be willing to get certified)

To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Please note that Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Additionally, as required by Florida law, Orlando Ballet participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that individuals who have been offered employment at Orlando Ballet are authorized to work in the U.S.

Major Gifts Officer

JOB TITLE: Major Gifts Officer

DEPARTMENT: Philanthropy

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

LOCATION: This is an onsite job placement at Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre, 600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

POSITION STATUS: Full-Time, salaried, exempt

COMPENSATION: $75,000-80,000, commensurate with experience

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies

Basic Purpose and

The Major Gifts Officer will work in collaboration with the Executive Director, members of the Board of Directors and other team members to increase contributed revenue in support of annual operations, capital projects, and special projects. This role focuses on developing and executing strategies to identify new prospects and to move donors through the giving pipeline while ensuring exceptional stewardship to foster long-term relationships. Orlando Ballet is seeking a driven, self-motivated, highly organized individual with proven major gift fundraising success, exceptional writing and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting Orlando Ballet in its mission to entertain, educate and enrich through the highest quality of dance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Directly manage a personal portfolio of major gift prospects (capacity of $10,000 + annually) to secure up to $2 million in philanthropic revenue to support all mission areas. Work in partnership with the Philanthropy team to balance annual fundraising targets and ensure existing relationships are honored in pursuit of revenue goals.
Successfully engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward identified individual, corporate, and foundation major donors and prospects to meet defined targets.
Proactively identify, qualify, and prioritize new individual, corporate, and foundation prospects through research, screening, and discovery meetings.
In close partnership with the Executive Director, Artistic Director, and board leadership, oversee the development of strategy to support defined fundraising targets, and lead strategy and conversations with major donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors, engaging leadership/volunteers wherever necessary.
Produce written proposals, make verbal presentations, fulfill appropriate recognition, and ensure that all contractual and reporting obligations are met based on donor’s personal interest or a sponsor’s business objectives
Generate and oversee management of major gift forecasting, providing detailed reports of revenue achieved as requested
Work closely with the Philanthropy team to:
- Establish and maintain a moves management process and associated metrics
- Create and promote consistent donor messaging
- Identify new or existing prospects for all funding streams
- Ensure that all donor and sponsor benefits are fulfilled
- Ensure accurate tracking and reporting
- Identify and recruit volunteers and committee members to assist in supporting development initiatives
All members of the Philanthropy team will oversee a prospect portfolio (levels and size of portfolios to be established)
Serve on and participate in Orlando Ballet Board Committees as requested
Support all aspects of the Philanthropy team as needed, including attendance of all Season performances, the Ballet Ball, and all fundraising and cultivation events
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in philanthropic studies, nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a nonprofit development environment
Demonstrated and significant major gifts experience
Personal passion for the arts, particularly dance
Proven track record of ability to work independently, with great attention to detail and flexibility, in a fast-paced atmosphere under established time constraints
Exceptional organizational, writing, customer service, and communications skills
Experience with donor management and wealth screening software
Familiarity with Windows and Mac operating systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Advanced degree and/or CFRE credential
Professional background in nonprofit arts environment
Proficiency with donor management and wealth screening software (particularly Tessitura and iWave)

To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Please note that Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Additionally, as required by Florida law, Orlando Ballet participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that individuals who have been offered employment at Orlando Ballet are authorized to work in the U.S.

Summer Intensive Resident Assistant

Department: School

Reports To: Dorm Supervisor and Summer Intensive Coordinator

Location: Rollins College, Orlando, FL

Compensation: Resident Assistants receive full tuition and room and board in exchange for their work during the summer intensive.

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role: Resident Assistants serve as peer leaders for their fellow students in residence at Orlando Ballet/Rollins College. While their primary responsibility is the safety and well-being of the student body, their primary focus is crafting an engaging and welcoming environment which considers and respects the needs of a diverse student population many of whom may be away from home for the first time.

Responsibilities and Duties

Create and maintain a safe, secure, and nurturing residential environment for all students.
Work in conjunction with the Dorm Supervisor and Summer Intensive Coordinator to create and enforce rules and guidelines for Summer Intensive students.
Adhere to all Orlando Ballet School and Rollins College policies and procedures.
Establish a common understanding of OBS and Rollins College policies: Conduct an orientation session for all resident students; review all resident regulations and schedules; familiarize students with campus facilities.
Reach out to the Dorm Supervisor with any disciplinary issues as necessary based on the behavioral guidelines put in place by OBS and Rollins College.
Accompany students to all meals/events/recreation center during scheduled work time. No student under the age of 18 years old may remain unsupervised at any time.
Establish a daily routine for the students in consultation with Dorm Supervisor and Summer Intensive Coordinator. Institute engaging, informal activities for the students during evening hours. Be reasonably accommodating to students’ activity requests, while exercising mature judgment.
Communicate all problems that arise and cannot be handled by the Resident Assistant to the Dorm Supervisor and/or Summer Intensive Coordinator in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have turned 18 by January 1, 2025.
Must have auditioned and been accepted into either the 2, 3 or 5 Week Intensive.
First Aid and CPR Certified preferred, but not required.

Applications will be accepted until February 14, 2025.

Submit your application here.

Summer Intensive Resident Assistant FAQs

Intern, Marketing

JOB TITLE: Intern, Marketing

DEPARTMENT: Administration

REPORTS TO: Manager, Marketing & Communications

LOCATION: Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre, 600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

POSITION DATE: August – December, 2024

POSITION STATUS: Internship, exempt

COMPENSATION: $400

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role:

Under the guidance of the Manager, Marketing & Communications, the Intern, Marketing will provide essential support to the Marketing team. This position will focus on a myriad of marketing, brand, and communications projects. Candidates should be enthusiastic and highly organized with a passion for marketing and a commitment to aiding Orlando Ballet in its mission to entertain, educate, and enrich through the highest quality of dance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Collaborate with the marketing team to execute comprehensive marketing plans to promote Orlando Ballet.
Maintain partner site listings to ensure accurate and consistent representation of Orlando Ballet across all partner sites.
Maintain all community calendar listings to ensure events are accurately represented.
Identify key Orlando Ballet School programs and events based on input from key stakeholders and ensure their inclusion in partner and community calendars to maximize visibility and engagement.
Monitor and respond to reviews on various platforms to maintain positive brand perception.
Maintain and update contact information database for related marketing partners and vendors.
Update, organize, and archive content on the Orlando Ballet Microsoft SharePoint site to keep information current and relevant.
Organize and maintain past marketing collateral in a systematic manner to ensure it can be easily accessed and referenced for future projects and campaigns.
Compile a list of awards programs relevant to various Orlando Ballet departments and build a corresponding calendar that includes submission deadlines and event dates.
Develop and execute comprehensive social media marketing plans, including content creation and scheduling, in alignment with Orlando Ballet’s brand guidelines.
Compile a list of Downtown Orlando and regional restaurants that have potential to be partners for creating unique experience packages for Orlando Ballet attendees.
Provide support for creative collateral needs in alignment with the marketing calendar and designated deadlines.
Provide marketing support for all Orlando Ballet performances, as needed.
Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student, seeking internship credit.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Workspace.
Proficiency with social media platforms.
Knowledge of Adobe Suite, email marketing platforms, WordPress, and Canva.
Strong writing and proofreading skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience in photo and video editing, with photography and video skills.
Exceptionally well-organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
In-person availability required.
Demonstrated capacity to handle administrative tasks efficiently.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, flexible environment.
Positive attitude and ability to resolve problems effectively.
Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to kfabian@orlandoballet.org.

Please note that Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Additionally, as required by Florida law, Orlando Ballet participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that individuals who have been offered employment at Orlando Ballet are authorized to work in the U.S.

Community Enrichment Teaching Artist

JOB TITLE: Community Enrichment Teaching Artist

DEPARTMENT: Education

REPORTS TO: Head of Community Enrichment

LOCATION: Various locations throughout Central Florida

POSITION STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt, approximately 1 to 10 hours per week

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role:

Reporting to the Head of Community Enrichment, Teaching Artists are practicing artists in the disciplines of dance, music, theatre, and visual arts who are committed to working with young people. Orlando Ballet’s various Community Enrichment programs bring high-quality arts enrichment to a variety of groups throughout Central Florida by working through established after-school, year-round programs at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, City of Orlando Community Centers, Orange, Seminole and Osceola County schools, and other locations. Applicants must demonstrate expertise working as professional artists, a strong commitment to working with educators and young people, strong communication and interpersonal skills, an ability to facilitate group decision-making, an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planning and executing arts programming appropriate for specific age groups.
Direct instruction with students which could range from VPK through senior citizens.
Attending professional development sessions and meetings.
Carrying out administrative responsibilities (such as: submission of written lesson plans, assessments, teaching schedules, program forms, and other duties as assigned).

Schedule & Compensation:

Teaching Artists are typically hired for a semester-long program. Applicants must have availability to work during and after school hours, as well as occasional weekends, with an ability to travel throughout Central Florida to various workshop sites. Teaching Artists earn $40/hour of instruction and a $10/roundtrip stipend for travel. Workshop classes are generally 1 to 1.5 hours long and residencies vary in length but range from 8 to 12 weeks.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum (2) years teaching artists experience and/or substantial training in dance education.
Strong content knowledge in classical ballet, performance and stage work.
Commitment to serving children in typically under-represented communities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with adults and children.
Experience with multiple age groups, varying educational settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of a second dance discipline including, but not limited to hip hop, modern, contemporary, tap, Caribbean or Latin cultural dance.
Experience working with children with special needs.
Experience working with dual language learners.
Easy travel access to Osceola and Seminole Counties.

Special Conditions of Employment:

Will be subject to a background check.
Must be able to provide own reliable transportation to off-site programs and events. Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Submission Procedure:

Qualified applicants should submit the following materials to sbland@orlandoballet.org:

A cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae, outlining relevant professional, artistic, and teaching experience.
Sample lesson plan.
Artistic Sample: Please share your own original, creative work in the arts discipline in which you work most frequently. Acceptable artistic samples:
- 1-2 pages of poetry or prose (DOC or PDF format)
- 3-4 images (JPG or PDF format)
- 2-4 Productions/performances list with descriptions, dates, venues, etc. (DOC or PDF format)
- Links to creative portfolio and/or videos of performances online.

Please note that Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Additionally, as required by Florida law, Orlando Ballet participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that individuals who have been offered employment at Orlando Ballet are authorized to work in the U.S.

Orlando Ballet Auditions

For information about Company auditions, please CLICK HERE.

For information about auditioning for our Trainee and OBII programs, please CLICK HERE.

For information about auditioning for our Summer Intensive, please CLICK HERE.

All video submissions should be on YouTube or vimeo platforms and we will contact you if we would like to see you for an in-person audition.

Please note that at this time we are only able to accept dancers for a company position who are US citizens or have a green card. Unfortunately we are not able to sponsor visas for additional dancers not currently on our company roster.

Internship opportunities

We are currently seeking interns in the following departments:

• Development
• Box Office
• Admin/Finance
• Marketing
• School Administration
• Community Enrichment

Preference will be given to college juniors and seniors and any Master’s degree candidates.

Students will assist Orlando Ballet’s administration team with several projects and be exposed to various aspects of the internal processes of a non-profit business. This is an unpaid internship.

Please mail resume and letter of interest to:
Orlando Ballet, Inc.
Attn: HR Dept.
600 N. Lake Formosa Drive
Orlando, FL 32803

You may also email your resume and letter of interest to: kfabian@orlandoballet.org

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you passionate about dance and looking for a way to give back to your community? Consider volunteering at the Orlando Ballet! As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to support the organization’s mission to entertain, educate and enrich the cultural landscape of Central Florida through world-class performances and educational programs. Whether you’re interested in assisting with productions, helping out with special events, or working behind the scenes, there are plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities available at the Orlando Ballet.