Artistic Operations & Resident Artist Coordinator

Breathe Project; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pittsburgh Opera, Inc. seeks a full-time Artistic Coordinator to support the Artistic Department and administer the company’s Resident Artist Program.

The role coordinates travel, housing, visas, contracts and schedules for visiting and resident artists; attends auditions, rehearsals and performances; and works with production staff to ensure smooth daily operations. A strong communicator with excellent organization is essential to help Pittsburgh Opera fulfill its artistic mission.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience working in opera, festival, or training programs preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with artists and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Arranges travel, housing, and ground transportation for visiting artists and manages artist logistics.
• Administers Resident Artist program contracts, reimbursements, and communications.
• Attends rehearsals, performances, and auditions; manages run schedules and logistics.
• Drafts artist agreements and coordinates with AGMA representatives as needed.
• Manages ticketing requests and day-to-day operations for the Artistic Department.

Skills

Reading music

Artist management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Travel required

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pittsburgh Opera, Inc. seeks a full-time Artistic Coordinator to support the Artistic Department and administer the company’s Resident Artist Program.

The role coordinates travel, housing, visas, contracts and schedules for visiting and resident artists; attends auditions, rehearsals and performances; and works with production staff to ensure smooth daily operations. A strong communicator with excellent organization is essential to help Pittsburgh Opera fulfill its artistic mission.