Mannes Opera, Student Assistant - FWS

The New School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School's Mannes Opera department seeks a motivated student to support Mannes Opera initiatives as a Student Assistant. The role is ideal for students pursuing careers in opera, performing arts, or nonprofit management.

Open to students with Federal Work Study awards, the position is on-campus with an hourly rate of $17 and requires 4–10 hours per week. Responsibilities include program production, social media management, and event support.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of theatre/opera productions and repertoire.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively on a team.
• Background and education in the performing arts.
• Comfort/experience with Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.).
• Strong social media skills.
• Recipient of Federal Work Study award.

Responsibilities

• Collate content and produce programs for shows and events.
• Manage media accounts, curate the alumni newsletter and weekly social posts.
• Assist planning of master classes, workshops and other events with on-site presence as needed.
• Support organization and management of the Opera Con event.
• Assist with score distribution, retrieval, and storage before and after rehearsals and performances.
• Liaise with Mannes Opera guest artists and onsite departmental contact.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Theatre knowledge

Independent work

Performing arts background

Google Workspace

Social media skills

Federal Work Study

Education

Enrolled CPA student

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The Mannes School of Music at the College of Performing Arts seeks a highly motivated student to serve as Mannes Opera, Student Assistant. We’re looking for an engaging, vibrant, and personable individual to support initiatives within the Mannes Opera Department. This position reports to the Managing Artistic Director of Mannes Opera, and is an ideal position for students who are interested in a career in opera, and performing arts or non‑profit management.

This position is open to student applicants with Federal Work Study awards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collate content and produce programs for shows and events

• Manage various media accounts, curating the alumni newsletter and weekly social media postings

• Assist planning of master classes, workshops, and other events - providing on‑site presence as needed

• Support the organization and management of the Opera Con event

• Assist with score distribution, retrieval, and storage before and after rehearsals and performances

• Liaise with Mannes Opera guest artists and other artistic personnel, serving as an onsite departmental contact

• Additional responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of theater/opera productions and repertoire

• Capability to work independently, or collaboratively on a team

• Background and education in the performing arts

• Comfort/experience with Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.)

• Strong social media skills

• Recipient of Federal Work Study award

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current student in a College of Performing Arts degree program

• Prior administrative and/or event planning experience

WORK MODE

Employees in this position are expected to work on‑campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely. #LI‑DNI

HOURLY RATE

$17.00

Hours per Week

4-10

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Manage departmental communications and content creation by producing show programs, curating the alumni newsletter, and overseeing weekly social media channels. Provide key operational and logistical support for Mannes Opera productions and events through score management, event planning, and serving as the primary on‑site contact for guest artists.