Detroit Opera

Audition Location and Date
Detroit, MI USA: Fri 26th May 2023

May 26, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Auditions will be held at Boll Rehearsal Hall, Detroit Opera House 1526 Broadway – Detroit (Enter at Stage Door on Madison Avenue)
Audition Requirements

For Education and Community Engagement Events:

Art song: Die Nacht by Strauss with a soprano provided by Detroit Opera
A short solo piano piece demonstrating technical ability
Have an interest in playing for community engagements such as performances for schools, hospitals, and independent living centers
Have an interest in working with young students to develop their musical skills, exploring songwriting, and building new works

For Mainstage Repetiteur Work:

Playing and singing: An accompanied recitative and aria, by Mozart of your own choice
Playing and singing: Act 2 of Puccini’s La bohème (until after Musetta’s aria) while following a conductor

Playing and singing: One of the two following arias: Strauss, R. Ariadne auf Naxos: Composer Aria (Komponist) or Stravinsky, The Rake’s Progress: “No word for Tom…I go to him”.

Please note: For each of the selections we ask that you play the piano reduction as well as sing each of the individual vocal parts. We are not testing your ability as a singer; do not worry if it does not sound “beautiful.” What we are ascertaining is your absorption of the basic content of the voice parts, and your ability to demonstrate this while simultaneously playing the piano reduction.

Program Information
Detroit Opera announces the following audition:

Pianist for Detroit Opera Mainstage & Department of Education and Community Engagement

Detroit Opera is seeking to identify pianists who are interested and available for contract work with Detroit Opera’s Department of Education and Community Engagement, as well as with our mainstage productions.

Compensation
Payment is provided

Contact Information
Branden Hood, Detroit Opera Program Coordinator: bhood@detroitopera.org
Nathalie Doucet, Head of Music: ndoucet@detroitopera.org

Department:Administration

Classification:Exempt

Work Schedule:Full-time

How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to employment@detroitopera.org

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for ensuring the financial well-being of Detroit Opera, including short- and long-term financial and capital planning, accounting, forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, treasury, and endowment management. The CFO will serve as the principal financial officer of the company, overseeing financial and various administrative functions.

Specific Responsibilities:

With the CEO, formulates the long- and short-term financial strategies for Detroit Opera and establish annual financial goals for the company, in collaboration with members of the senior management team and the Board Finance Committee.
Provides financial guidance and strategic direction for all dimensions of the business impacting revenue and expense. Monitors ongoing financial performance against objectives; identifies problems and initiates appropriate corrective action.
Establishes and ensures timely, accurate, and transparent financial reports to management and the Board of Directors.
Develops and maintains cash and credit management programs working closely with the Finance Committee of the Board.
Evaluates and advises on debt financing and debt obligations.
Oversees retirement plans.
Directs and oversees the finance and accounting functions of the organization including cash management, budget preparations, financial reporting, cash forecasting, banking, payroll and audit functions.
Provides timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts.
Oversees the organization’s risk management, including general liability and related insurance coverage, and risk mitigation.
Evaluates and advises on the fiscal impact of strategic plans, introduction of new programs/strategies, and regulatory action.
Establishes and maintains strong relationships with senior team to identify their needs, coordinate planning, and seek the full range of potential revenue generating business solutions.
Provides senior management with advice on the financial implications of real estate and other business activities.
Analyzes cash flow, expenses, and financial statements to pinpoint potential areas for improvement/risk mitigation.
Works closely with investment advisors to provide advice on management of Detroit Opera’s investment portfolio and takes all Board approved actions regarding the portfolio.
Holds responsibility for financial records and ensures adherence to proper accounting principles, standards and governmental reporting requirements. Ensures that effective internal controls are maintained.
Develops a competent, productive, and efficient departmental staff.
Develops effective financial and accounting policies and procedures and implements a periodic review process for policies and procedures to ensure they reflect the latest changes in business operations, organizational structure, technology upgrades, and the evolving regulatory landscape.
Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make recommendations.
Directs the preparation of all financial reports including income statements, balance sheets, cash projections, financial analyses and other reports.
Analyzes operations to identify areas in need of reorganization.
Performs additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
Eight to ten years of experience in financial management.
Demonstrated management and supervisory skills.
Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.
Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in strategic and operational planning and execution.
Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.
Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.
Ability to understand diverse perspectives and acknowledge the significance of differences and complexities in backgrounds, cultures, values and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment.

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Business Administration
Certified Public Accountant designation

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The person in this position remains in a stationary position for long periods of time.
The person in this position occasionally moves throughout the building to access files.
The person in this position occasionally moves materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

Detroit Operais committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the DO mission.

About Detroit Opera:

Founded in 1971,Detroit Opera (DO) is the premier multi-disciplined producer and presenter for opera, musical theatre, and dance in the Great LakesRegion. Based in the city of Detroit, the organization engages artists of national and international stature for stellar main stage and outreachperformances, andprovides compelling cultural enrichment programs for the diverse audiences and communities that it serves, making it one of Detroit’s pillars of arts and culture.DO is among a select few opera companies nationwide to own its theatre, the historic 2,700-seat Detroit Opera House, whichis located inthe heart of downtown Detroit.

DO is seen as the most innovative opera company in America. DO garnered great critical and popular acclaim during the pandemic for its socially-distanced, drive-thru production ofTwilight :Gods, an adaptation of Wagner’s Götterdämmerung. Brainchild of new Artistic Director Yuval Sharon,Twilight :Godswas performed across multiple levels in DO’s own parking structure, and provided performance opportunities for local cast and orchestra members, in addition to international opera stars. Lauded for past projects such as hisreverse chronological stagingof Puccini’sLa Bohème,Sharon in July premiered ahigh-tech reimaginingof a Wagner opera.

For more information, please visit https://detroitopera.org

Department: Development

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, occasional evenings and weekends required

How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter via email to employment@detroitopera.org

Position Summary

The Associate Major Gifts Officer position is a key member of the Development Department’s team who will be responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of current and prospective donors. The Associate Major Gifts Officer is an opportunity for a motivated and experienced development professional to impact strategy and growth for Detroit Opera’s Development Department. This position requires both strategic vision and a hands-on approach with knowledge of all facets of development and a good working understanding of nonprofit best practices. The successful candidate will be motivated to network socially and have a call and passion for building relationships with those in decision making positions; is high energy with a positive attitude and the ability to provide superior donor service; and is a dynamic self-starter who can think strategically and provide solutions.

This position reports to the Major Gifts Officer.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

Detroit Operais committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the DO mission.