Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks a Student & Family Services Administrator to join a dynamic and diverse organization celebrating its 65th year as one of Richmond, Virginia’s most treasured organizations and currently among the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.  The Company employs more than 100 full and part-time staff, performs for and educates tens of thousands of people each year, trains avocational and pre-professional students through the School of Richmond Ballet and Minds In Motion, and tours nationally and internationally.

The Student & Family Administrator is responsible for providing assistance and administrative support for the School of Richmond Ballet’s families and students, in coordination with all SRB faculty and staff.  This position creates all SRB schedules, handles all SRB communications and is the main administrator for the Richmond Ballet Trainee program, The Nutcracker production and end-of-year performances.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the main contact for SRB families and students;
• Sends all SRB communications to families, students, and staff;
• Handles all inquiries, enrollment and registration for Children’s Division through the RB Trainee Program;
• Creates and maintains SRB schedules and calendars;
• Helps families with enrollment, registration, and entry into SRB;
• Assists with social media content for the Education department media accounts;
• Helps with tasks backstage for multiple performances.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of administrative experience
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge in Studio Director and Mindbody

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Salary and Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accidental/Critical Illness insurance policies, Health Savings Account, 403(b) Retirement Account
Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States

Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@richmondballet.com.

The Richmond Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to embracing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, artistic programming, community outreach and workplace culture.

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks a Company Manager to join a dynamic and diverse team of arts professionals at one of the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.

The Company Manager oversees the day to day administrative practices of the Artistic and Production teams.  This role is an active liaison between the artistic staff, professional and trainee dancers and production department with responsibilities including managing schedules, assisting in rehearsal calls and production tasks in order to prepare for successful performances.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Artistic staff with administrative support;
• Print and distribute daily schedules;
• Arrange hotel reservations, transportation, catering needs for touring;
• Communicate requests and changes between artistic staff, dancers and production staff;
• Assist Stage Manager at performances;
• Work with production team on load in and load out of productions;
• Liaison for HR on dancer payroll and workers compensation when needed;
• Communicate with guest artists including; dancers, choreographers and designers;
• Distribute cast list and communicates updates with any changes to cast and/ or rehearsal calls;
• Attends meetings and takes minutes for Artistic leadership team;
• Travel with Artistic and Production teams when needed;
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the job classification.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Job Type: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accidental/Critical Illness insurance policies, Health Savings Account, 403(b) Retirement Account
Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States

Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@richmondballet.com.

The Richmond Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to embracing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, artistic programming, community outreach and workplace culture.  

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks a Technical Director to join a dynamic and diverse team of arts professionals at one of the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.

The Technical Director is responsible for supervising, contributing and providing materials to the building of theatrical scenery. Transporting set pieces from shops to theatre venues and assembling scenery, while overseeing the work of the scenic crews during rehearsals and performances. Along with maintaining the shop’s equipment and supplies. The Technical Director works closely with directors and designers to reach artistic goals within allotted resources.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with artistic and production leaders to establish appropriate production expectations;
• Coordinate schedules so that lighting, sound, set, and other crews have time to complete projects;
• Ensure the directors and designers’ visions are carried out safely and professionally;
• Directly supervise production technicians, local crew, and interns;
• Lead the setup and break-down of all performances;
• Assess technical challenges and develop proactive solutions;
• Oversee loading and operation of all freight shipping;
• Monitor production operations to ensure company standards;
• Create and strengthen business relationships with venues, supplies, and labor leadership;
• Oversee construction of scenic carpentry and new props;
• Maintain warehouse, including tools and equipment;
• Supervise set up and breakdown of studio theater riser system, including rigging;
• Train individuals on safe operation of tools and ensure safe working conditions.

EDUCATION/EMPLOYMENT:

• High School Diploma;
• 2+ years of dance or theater production experience, preferably in a non-profit organization;
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Salary and Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accidental/Critical Illness insurance policies, Health Savings Account, 403(b) Retirement Account
Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States

Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@richmondballet.com.

The Richmond Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to embracing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, artistic programming, community outreach and workplace culture.

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks an Assistant Master Electrician to join a dynamic and diverse team of arts professionals at one of the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.

The Assistant Master Electrician works directly with the Lighting Supervisor, Master Electrician, in the planning and execution of electrical projects related to scenery, props, crafts, and stage lighting.  The Assistant Master Electrician assists in implementing lighting designs by overseeing the preparation, hanging, connection and focusing of stage lighting fixtures.  The AME is also responsible for management of inventory, maintenance of equipment and the work delegation of safe work standards and quality controls for the department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reads, interprets and executes stage lighting plots and various paperwork including hook-ups and instrument schedules;
• Troubleshoots networking of various lighting equipment;
• Handles programming lighting consoles such as ETC Ion;
• Works closely with lighting designers and assists through the tech process;
• Cleans and maintains instruments, equipment and all work areas;
• Reads and interprets various scenic drawings such as Ground Plan, Section Design Plates, and Shop drawings;
• Writes electrical elements on scenery, props and costumes;
• Responsible for hanging, circulating and focusing lighting instruments;
• Runs theatrical productions as member of deck crew, light board operator and/ or follow spot operator;
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the job classification.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• An approachable and broad minded communication style with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize tasks
• Knowledge of basic lighting design concepts
• Attention to detail with strong self-directed electrical skills
• Comfortable with heights, working in bucket and scissor lifts

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma / Electrician Trade School
• 2+ years of experience working in an Assistant Master Electrician or similar role

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Job Type: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accidental/Critical Illness insurance policies, Health Savings Account, 403(b) Retirement Account
Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States

Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@richmondballet.com.

The Richmond Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to embracing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, artistic programming, community outreach and workplace culture.

OVERVIEW:

Richmond Ballet, The State Ballet of Virginia, is looking for a Box Office Manager to join our collaborative team of arts professionals. The Box Office Manager will join a dynamic company celebrating its 65th year as one of the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.

The Box Office Manager oversees the daily operations of the Richmond Ballet Box Office to ensure accuracy in sales and excellent customer service. Daily responsibilities include managing all aspects of ticketing, including single ticket, group, and subscription sales for Richmond Ballet professional company performances as well as School of Richmond Ballet end-of-year workshops. The Box Office Manager plays an integral role in meeting the Ballet’s earned revenue goals, working closely with the Marketing & Communications Director on strategies to increase ticket sales, retain current ticket buyers, and attract new audience members.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Routinely communicate with single ticket buyers, subscribers, board members and donors on all ticketing questions and needs
• Facilitate community partnerships in relation to the annual group sales campaign
• Coordinate special ticketing initiatives, including complimentary tickets, donor pre-sales, up-sells, discount offers, and ticket donations
• Oversee the annual subscription campaign which includes working with ETIX on building the performances and corresponding subscription packages, ensuring all information is accurate, and preparing and sending out all subscription renewal materials
• Manage all reporting related to ticket sales and performance attendance, working closely with the CFO and accounting team to reconcile revenue as well as the development team for grant reporting
• Supervise the Ballet’s Box Office & Arts Administration Assistant and serve as the liaison for front of house staffing at Dominion Energy Center
• Handle any and all patron concerns or complaints and work with box office staff on resolving any issues, as well as any front of house concerns or issues during performances

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 3 years’ experience with an established box office ticketing platform
• At least 2 years’ experience serving in a managerial role
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to efficiently and effectively resolve issues
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple, ongoing projects
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

This is a salaried, exempt position requiring some night and weekend work. Eligible for full benefits package including health, retirement and PTO. Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements by email to jobs@richmondballet.com. EOE

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks a Production Director to join a dynamic and diverse organization celebrating its 65th year as one of Richmond, Virginia’s most treasured organizations and currently among the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies. Located in its own 60,000 square foot renovated building downtown, steps away from the James River, the Company employs more than 100 full and part-time staff, performs for and educates tens of thousands of people each year, trains avocational and pre-professional students through the School of Richmond Ballet and Minds In Motion, and tours nationally and internationally.

Under the leadership of Founding Artistic Director, Stoner Winslett, and newly appointed Associate Artistic Director, Ma Cong, the Professional Company has a well-established reputation for artistic innovation and excellence. The role of Production Director is critical to the artistic success of the Company and is responsible for all aspects of producing Richmond Ballet’s professional and educational performances and events. The Production Director plays a key role in creating the visual representation of the Company’s mission to awaken, uplift and unite the human spirit. The Production Director makes magic and miracles happen and creates an artistic vision for all aspects of productions for the Company and education programs.

The Production Director works closely with the artistic staff, including guest artists, to ensure the highest quality production values. The professional Company’s home season consists of two or three productions with full symphony orchestra at the Dominion Energy Center (an IATSE house), four productions in the Company’s Studio Theatre, and several annual tour dates, including the renowned Filene Center at Wolf Trap in August of 2023.  The Company will soon move its Studio Theatre Series to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Leslie Cheek Theatre, currently undergoing major renovations, in part, to accommodate a permanent home for Richmond Ballet’s innovative repertory productions. The second company, “RB II”, performs in a variety of community and regional venues as well as presenting lecture demonstrations in schools throughout Virginia. Richmond Ballet’s acclaimed outreach program, Minds In Motion, and the School of Richmond Ballet, also present end of season performances, which are produced under the leadership of the Production Director.

The Production Director must be a driven, self-motivated individual with an enthusiasm for Richmond Ballet’s mission. They will be solution focused, leading a team of professionals in stage management, lighting and costume design, while partnering with artistic leadership to bring new ways to educate and uplift through the highest levels of dance. An approachable and broad minded communication style will be essential in this role with an emphasis on skill sets related to collaboration, inclusivity, and creativity in order to bring Richmond Ballet’s stage to life with overall artistic vision.

The ideal candidate will have a BA or BFA in theatre or dance, with a concentration in technical production, ten or more years in production related roles for an arts organization, preferably ballet or dance, and at least three years as a Production Director.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production professional to join a close-knit group of artists and enthusiasts as Richmond Ballet embarks on a new chapter in the history of the organization.

Employment Details:

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accidental/Critical Illness insurance policies, Health Savings Account, 403(b) Retirement Account

Location:  Richmond, Virginia, United States

This is a salaried, exempt position requiring some night and weekend work. Eligible for full benefits package including health, retirement and PTO. Prospective candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements by email to jobs@richmondballet.com. EOE

The Richmond Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to embracing and promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, artistic programming, community outreach and workplace culture.