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Orlando Ballet is hiring for the following positions:

Director of Marketing & Communications
JOB TITLE:  Director of Marketing & Communications DEPARTMENT: Administration 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 DATE: October 2023 POSITION STATUS: Full-Time, salaried, exempt COMPENSATION: Commensurate with proven marketing experience and success BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies   Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role: Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with all departments across the organization, the Director of Marketing & Communications will lead and inspire the in-house staff, as well as contract publicists, graphic designers, photographers, and videographers. Orlando Ballet (OB) is seeking a driven, self-motivated, strategic-minded, and highly organized individual with proven marketing success and ability, exceptional writing and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting OB in its mission to entertain, educate and enrich through the highest quality of dance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:   Team & Organization Leadership
  • Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the Marketing & Communications Department. Manage the marketing staff and serve as a mentor to support their development.
  • Take an active role in the organization’s strategic plan, particularly around its activation among OB’s diverse array of audience segments for its different programs.
  • Collaborate with other OB senior team leaders to achieve organization-wide goals and strengthen OB’s position as a thought leader in the dance, education, and community enrichment sectors.
  • Engage with the Board of Directors, including various Board Committees.
  • Contribute to building a data-driven culture that leverages best in class business intelligence methodologies.
  • Develop and execute truly innovative revenue enhancement strategies.
Institutional Marketing & Communications Strategy
  • Direct all areas of marketing operations, including marketing strategy, public relations, digital channels, marketing collateral, and advertising.
  • Create and direct strategic partnership initiatives that support the programmatic and financial growth of OB.
  • Maintain a consistent brand for OB that attracts diverse audiences and continues to generate respect for the company’s contributions to the Central Florida community.
  • Develop a strategic approach to executing today’s most relevant digital marketing tactics using social media and digital content distribution platforms.
  • Create compelling messages and cases for support that tell stories of OB’s impact.
  • Manage relationships with contracted specialists and marketing vendors.
  • Develop and manage marketing campaigns and initiatives budgets.
  • Analyze marketing data to identify which campaigns and initiatives were most effective.
Performance Sales & Promotion
  • Create, update, and implement a marketing plan to support program awareness, annual revenue goals and audience development, and reinforce OB’s identity through institutional marketing.
  • Lead marketing campaigns for the Company’s annual performance season, the Orlando Ballet School’s yearly enrollment campaign and summer programs, the various Community Enrichment programs, fundraising initiatives, and space rental.
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to collaborative partners.
  • Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
  • Personal passion for the arts, particularly dance, and enthusiasm for the mission of OB
  • 3- 5 years of senior-level marketing experience, savvy about current trends in marketing and audience development, background in nonprofit arts environment is preferred
  • Creative and strategic thinking that takes initiative and delivers outcomes
  • Understanding of when, where, how, and to whom social marketing content should be targeted and experience creating brand-driven content that builds customer connection
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
  • Leadership and mentorship experience, as well as team building
  • Ability to facilitate collaboration across multiple teams, inspiring a shared sense of ownership and accomplishment
  • Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking with regards to measuring marketing performance
  • Persuasive communication and presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
  • Demonstratable sales skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with Windows and Mac operating systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  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.
Technical Director

JOB TITLE: Technical Director

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

POSITION DATE: As soon as possible

POSITION STATUS: Full-Time, salaried, exempt

COMPENSATION: $60,000, commensurate with experience

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with the employee handbook

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role:

Under the direction of the Director of Production, the Technical Director is responsible for all technical production operations of all Orlando Ballet professional company and school performances and engagements, including all special events for departments in the organization. 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:

  • Oversight of all physical technical operations, including –
  • Creation of appropriate production and technical paperwork for all Orlando Ballet engagements, including but not limited to:
    • Ground plan & section
    • Lineset schedule
    • IA and non-IA Labor Calls
    • Trucking schedules & packing manifests
    • Any and all relevant support documentation
  • Fabrication of all scenic, prop, and electrical practical assets as required; produce all relevant technical drawings
  • Coordinate all production equipment logistics; Drive trucks as required
  • Oversee warehousing and storage of all production assets
  • Responsible for all logistical aspects of Orlando Ballet asset rentals. Attend and supervise installations as required
  • Actively manage the installation, focus, programming, and operation of lighting equipment in Orlando Ballet’s studio spaces as necessary
  • Actively manage the installation, use, and storage of Orlando Ballet’s audio and video recording and playback systems
  • Oversee the maintenance of Orlando Ballet scenic and prop inventories, both owned and rented, with all required documentation
  • Building and maintenance of all logistics gear (road boxes)
  • When time allows, the building of outside projects in the shop
  • Additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Production.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities:
    • Direct and supervise all crews in the ballet’s warehouse and shop, as well as all other ballet locations
    • Direct and supervise all stage crew in the theatre and on tour, with a direct focus on scenery & rigging.
  • Fiscal Responsibilities:
    • Interface with Director of Production to provide cost/ feasibility analysis for new scenic designs/projects
    • Bid projects beyond the scope of Orlando Ballet’s Shop to outside crafts people/artisans or shops
    • Responsible for monthly reporting of all expenditures, providing support documentation.
    • Maintain expense budget within boundaries of project budgets.
    • Track and report timecards for casual labor, both IA and independent contractor

Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated skill in all areas of scenic and prop construction (carpentry, metal work, foam, textile, scenic painting, electrical, etc.)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in stage electrics including automated lighting and ETC light console programming
  • Strong knowledge of video cameras and associated A/V equipment for recording, playback (live and recorded), and live stream purposes
  • Computer proficient (Windows and Mac), including drafting (Vectorworks) and audio/video editing & playback software (Qlab)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in general stage operations, including load-in, rehearsals, and show run
  • Experience directing crews of varying skill levels and experience (including IA)
  • Ability to drive trucks up to 26’ in length

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
  • 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.

Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

BeMoved Instructor
JOB TITLE: BeMoved® Instructor DEPARTMENT: Community Enrichment REPORTS TO: Director of Community Enrichment LOCATION: Various locations in Central Florida POSITION STATUS: Part-Time, salaried, exempt COMPENSATION: $40/hour plus $10 per trip travel stipend BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies   Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role: All teachers must be certified through BeMoved® Dance LLC.  Certified BeMoved® Teaching Artists are practicing artists in the disciplines of dance who are committed to working with seniors or those with limited movement abilities. The Orlando Ballet BeMoved® and Gentle BeMoved® program brings high-quality dance and movement enrichment to seniors in the community. Applicants must demonstrate expertise working as professional artists, a strong commitment to working with the BeMoved® class participants, strong communication and interpersonal skills, an ability to facilitate group decision-making, an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and strong attention to detail. Orlando Ballet will cover all training and licensing costs while you are engaged through the Community Enrichment department. Additional terms and conditions will apply.   Duties & Responsibilities:  Planning and executing BeMoved® Level 1 and/or Gentle BeMoved® classes as designed by BeMoved® Dance LLC. BeMoved® Level 1 classes are 60-minute fully choreographed dance-based movement classes consisting of a warm-up section, stylized music genre choreography, and a final cool down.   Gentle BeMoved® classes are 45-minute seated classes for participants with limited movement abilities. There is an option to stand if able toward the end of class. The warm-up, genre choreography and cool-down are included as well.   Time Commitment:  Applicants must have availability to work year-round, Monday – Friday between 9-5 pm with some weekend availability.  Must also have the ability to travel throughout Central Florida to various Seniors’ community centers and 55+ residential communities. BeMoved classes run 60 minutes and Gentle BeMoved classes run 45 minutes. Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum (2) years of teaching artists experience and/or substantial training in Dance Education
  • Strong content knowledge in classical ballet, performance, and stage work
  • Commitment to serving adult and senior populations with limited or restricted movement abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with adults.
  Submission Procedure: Qualified applicants should submit the following materials to Shane Bland and Joni Newman at sbland@orlandoballet.org and jnewman@orlandoballet.org
  • A cover letter and resume, or curriculum vitae, outlining relevant professional, artistic, and teaching experience.
  • Artistic Sample: Please share your own original, creative work in the arts discipline in which you work most frequently.
  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.  
Temporary Wardrobe Coordinator

JOB TITLE: Temporary Wardrobe Coordinator

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

POSITION DATE: As soon as possible through December 24, 2023

POSITION STATUS: Temporary, full-time, exempt

COMPENSATION: $685/week

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role: Under the guidance of the Director of Production, the Temporary Wardrobe Coordinator will oversee the procurement and tailoring of all costumes and related wardrobe assets for all Orlando Ballet School and Community Enrichment initiatives, including but not limited to all performances at home and on tour, workshops, educational programs, and competitions. The coordinator also serves as an additional stitching hand in the costume fabrication shop.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Costume asset management:

    • Coordinating with the leadership of both the school and community enrichment division on a regular basis, establish the requirements for costuming for all performance engagements, including all seasonal dance competitions.
    • Maintain a line of communication between the school’s wardrobe liaison and the costume shop concerning any new construction as needed.
    • In conjunction with Costume Director, develop, manage, and execute an ongoing plan for any necessary alterations or repairs of existing garments in preparation for performances.
    • In coordination with the Wardrobe Supervisor, organize and maintain the costume department’s inventory database, with a particular focus on all school designated inventories. Standardize rental check-out procedures.
    • Coordinate all competition and other student-related costume rental needs, interfacing with accounting on payment policies and procedures.

 Fiscal responsibilities:

    • Responsible for monthly reporting of all expenditures, providing support documentation.
    • Maintain expenditures within boundaries of project budgets

  Additional Duties:

    • As time allows, assist in all day-to-day operations of the Costume department, including, but not limited to:
      • Fabrication and tailoring
      • Final preparation and packing of all assets for transport to the theater
      • Assist with general wardrobe load-in duties at the theater

  Required Qualifications:

    • Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience
    • Strong organizational and communication abilities;
    • Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced and flexible environment;
    • Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team;
    • Ability to use computer systems, familiarity with Windows and Mac operating systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe;
    • Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

  Preferred Qualifications:   

    • Experience in a dance or theatre environment
    • Appreciation of the arts and dance

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.

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

 

 

Assistant Stage Management Intern (Production & Wardrobe)
The Internship program at Orlando Ballet is a skills-building internship in which interns will take on significant projects to advance Orlando Ballet’s mission. Interns will play a unique role in the organization by supporting functions in the production and wardrobe departments. The Assistant Stage Manager assists the Production Stage manager in completing a wide number and variety of responsibilities, which can be broken down into three primary categories:  handling the majority of the administrative duties related to a production, assisting the Artistic Director and/or choreographer during rehearsals, and being responsible for backstage activity once the show opens. The ASM will work with the production stage manager and technical director once the production moves to the theatre. Expectations:
  1. Help the Stage Manager insure the stage or rehearsal space is ready for each rehearsal. This could include sweeping, setting up furniture, set pieces, and props.
  2. Notate blocking, audio cues during rehearsals.
  3. Run audio if needed, during rehearsals.
  4. May be expected to run the “deck” during tech rehearsals and performances. It is important the ASM has a complete understanding of the placement and movement of scenic pieces and props.
  5. Should the Stage Manager be unable to fulfill their duties, the ASM should be prepared to take over those responsibilities during both rehearsal and performance.
  Required Qualifications for All Internships:
  • Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education in a related field (i.e., theatre, production, etc.).
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Familiarity with both Windows and MAC operating systems, basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to hit the ground running and take initiative to assist wherever needed.
  • Ability to follow instructions well and have patience.
  • Familiarity with and affinity for the arts, specifically ballet and/or dance.
TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter for this position to kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.    
Community Engagement Assistant Intern
The Community Engagement Assistant reports to the Community Engagement Director and is responsible for overseeing a range of community relations, marketing, communications, supervisory and fundraising activities. As a key member of the Orlando Ballet management team, this position also supports the Orlando Ballet teaching artists in community events and special events. Responsibilities: Community Relations and Outreach (50%)
  • Responsible for supervising community relations activities and initiatives
  • Provides support to the Community Engagement team
  • Supports activities of the Communications & Marketing team
  • Supports community engagement events internally and externally, including presentations to community organizations & BGCCF/ City or Orlando clubs, and liaisons with community leaders
  • Supervises the Volunteer and Special Events Coordinator and supports volunteer activities relating to community engagement activities/events.
  • Develops and maintains effective relationships with base and community agencies.
Fundraising (25%)
  • Supports and oversees all fundraising activities, events and endeavors.
Special Event Support (15%)
  • Manages all special events
  • Support the Volunteer and Special Events Coordinator
  • Supports volunteers involved in special events
  • Oversees the annual Special Event plan.
Other (10%)
  • Working with CE Director to ensure effective overall administration and sound fiscal management of program goals and objectives.
  • Undertakes any secondary tasking and responsibilities deemed necessary for a robust
  • Enhances professional expertise through membership in applicable professional organizations
Desired Knowledge, Education and Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a related position, including previous experience in fund development and supporting a diverse staff team
  • University degree in a related field of study considered an asset, though an equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered
  • Solid understanding of non-profit organizations
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; demonstrates sensitivity and tact in interpersonal relations
  • Excellent English written and verbal communication skills, including well-developed public speaking skills
  • Proven ability to network with community resources, build relationships and create community partnerships
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
Competencies and Behaviors: In order to successfully meet the requirements of the position, the following competencies and behaviors must be demonstrated:
  • Believes in and practices the mission, goals of the Orland Ballet
  • Ability to work as a positive team leader, facilitating a team environment through personal behavior, work contributions and the sharing of experience and knowledge
  • Facilitates the development of new ideas and methods for program enhancement and adjusts and adapts to changes
  • Maintains a constant awareness of the “client” and exhibits recognition and appreciation of their needs with the ability to achieve results with positive outcomes for everyone accessing the programs
  • Ability to be energetic, resilient and maintain a sense of humor when personal resources are challenged
  • Supports community engagement staff in achieving results with positive outcomes for individuals and students and families within the various program areas.
  • Effective interpersonal skills under all types of conditions, exhibiting a supportive, positive approach
  • Demonstrates a high degree of personal initiative with good planning and organizational skills
  • Maintains timely and accurate files.
TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter for this position to Kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.  
Development Intern (Event Planning)
In this role, the individual will be involved in a wide variety of event planning activities including but not limited to the following:
  • Work with the Orlando Ballet Development Department to plan our signature fundraising events included the Nutcracker Tea and the 18-19 Season Opening Gala
  • Coordinate closely with vendors for catering, venue, audio visual, décor, etc.
  • Help to ensure that guest expectations for set-up, service and flow are delivered in an exceptional manner
  • Assist with administrative duties as needed
Basic Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work 12-20 hours per week, including after business hours and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a Hospitality or Event Management program
  • Experience creating Banquet Event Orders (BEO s)
  • Demonstrated written communication skills
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
  • Prior event coordination experience
  • Demonstrated strong business acumen
  • A desire for a career in fundraising or event management
Required Education:
  • Currently enrolled, or graduated within 6 months of the start date of this internship, as a junior or higher, in an accredited college/university earning a degree in Hospitality, Marketing/Sales, or a related major
  TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter for this position to kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.    
Philanthropy Assistant Intern
Under the direction of the Philanthropy Team, the Philanthropy Assistant is responsible for assisting the team in planning and executing fundraising and cultivation events throughout the 2020-21 Season, including the Ballet Ball, the Nutcracker Boutique, Open Rehearsals, Donor Pre-Receptions, Cast Parties, and other events overseen by the department. Additionally, the Philanthropy Assistant will assist with communications, campaigns, outreach, and other fundraising efforts throughout the season.   Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Researching, soliciting, tracking, and acknowledging in-kind treat donations from local organizations and companies
  • Assisting with vendor coordination and logistics for catering, venue, audio, visual, décor, etc.
  • Helping to ensure guest expectations are fulfilled in an exceptional manner
  • Providing exceptional customer service for all donors, guests, and partners
  • Assisting with tracking donor recognition and acknowledgment throughout season events
  • Assist with recording and acknowledging incoming contributed revenue in Tessitura Database
  • Provide administrative, logistical and clerical support for the Philanthropy Team, including data entry, filing, reporting, and special projects as needed
  • Interact with staff from other organizational departments, including marketing/ticketing, artistic, production, Orlando Ballet School, and community enrichment
  • Assisting with other administrative duties as assigned
  Preferred Qualifications:
  • Significant experience and training in Tessitura CRM software
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite
  • Ability to work 30-40 hours per week, including after business hours and weekends as needed
Email your resume and cover letter for this position to Kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
Wardrobe Production Intern (Production & Wardrobe)
The Internship program at Orlando Ballet is a skills-building internship in which interns will take on significant projects to advance Orlando Ballet’s mission. Interns will play a unique role in the organization by supporting functions in the production and wardrobe departments. No sewing experience necessary! The Wardrobe Production Internship is primarily an administrative role which also provides hands-on experience assisting the Wardrobe department in the following duties:  
  1. Assisting in pre-production and theatre during rehearsals, tech, and run of show;
  2. Assisting Wardrobe with uploading and inventory of costume design photos;
  3. Assisting with costume fittings if needed;
  4. Transporting of wardrobe needs to rehearsal facility and theatre;
  5. Assisting with administrative responsibilities including coordination schedules and managing communication between departments.
  Required Qualifications for All Internships:
  • Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education in a related field (i.e., theatre, production, etc.).
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Familiarity with both Windows and MAC operating systems, basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to hit the ground running and take initiative to assist wherever needed.
  • Ability to follow instructions well and have patience.
  • Familiarity with and affinity for the arts, specifically ballet and/or dance.
  TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter for this position to kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
Production Assistant Intern
The Internship program at Orlando Ballet is a skills-building internship in which interns will take on significant projects to advance Orlando Ballet’s mission. Interns will play a unique role in the organization by supporting functions in the production and wardrobe departments. The Production Assistant Intern will work closely with the Technical Supervisor and Production team to provide support for all performances, productions, and events throughout the season at both Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre and outside venues. This position will work on many different technical aspects for the organization so flexibility and willingness to learn are a must.   Responsibilities include:
  • Assist with the installation, hang, focus, maintenance, and strike of lighting and sound equipment as needed.
  • Work as a Sound Operator or Light Board Operator for any production that you are assigned.
  • Assist with the building or buying of scenery and properties for all productions.
  • Assist with scenic painting of set and prop pieces for all productions.
  • Assist with video broadcast/streaming setups and running equipment as assigned.
  • Work as backstage crew for any production that you are assigned.
  • Attend all technical rehearsals, rehearsals, calls and/or meetings as required.
  • Pre-production, setup and assisting with the running of rehearsals for any production that you are assigned.
  • Working either backstage or as an operator for performances for any production that you are assigned.
  • Maintaining rehearsal items as necessary.
  • Assist the Technical Supervisor in all aspects of theatrical production and crew for outside events using the venue.
  Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., theatre, production, etc.).
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Familiarity with both Windows and MAC operating systems, basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to hit the ground running and take initiative to assist wherever needed.
  • Ability to follow instructions well and have patience.
  • Familiarity with and affinity for the arts, specifically ballet and/or dance.
  • Familiarity with basic stage direction and terminology.
  • Occasionally position involves medium to heavy manual work that involves walking, standing, pushing, and lifting at least 50 lbs.
  • Applicants should be comfortable working at heights.
  • Familiar with hand and power tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with theatrical lighting, audio, projection, rigging, and/or broadcast.
Email your resume and cover letter for this position to Kfabian@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
School Admin Intern
In this role, the individual will be involved in a wide variety of school administrative tasks including but not limited to the following:
  • General correspondence with students, parents, faculty, and staff
  • Helping to maintain database of all OBS students; helping to research new database systems
  • Creating and organizing materials for school events
  • Assisting in the planning process for the OBS Summer Intensive
  • Interaction with staff from other organizational departments including development, finance, and marketing
  • General administrative duties such as answering phones, making copies, and filing
Basic Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast paced environment
  • Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
  • Ability to work 10-15 hours per week, including after business hours and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated written communication skills
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
  • A desire for a career in arts administration
  • General knowledge of dance industry a plus
Required Education:
  • Currently enrolled, or graduated within 6 months of the start date of this internship, as a junior or higher, in an accredited college/university
  TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter for this position to jlogus@orlandoballet.org. Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

Company Auditions

If you are interested in auditioning for Orlando Ballet and OBII, please email the following materials to lvinzant@orlandoballet.org:

  • Resume
  • Headshot
  • A recent video of Center class work
  • A recent video of a classical variation
  • A recent video of a contemporary variation

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.

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.

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