Opera LYADP: Administrative & Program Support

The Metropolitan Opera; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Opera seeks an attentive Administrative Assistant to support the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program (LYADP) with a variety of administrative duties. This role reports to the Executive Director with supervision by the Assistant Director.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, payroll data, and program assets, coordinating auditions and events, and supporting social media and communications efforts for LYADP.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of administrative experience with ability to prioritize and self-direct.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in a professional, discreet manner.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft 365, Google Suite, and basic design tools.
• Familiarity with payroll data entry and budgeting concepts is a plus.
• Knowledge of foreign languages is preferred, especially Italian, German, French, or Russian.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to LYADP and report to the Executive Director.
• Manage daily and weekly LYADP schedules, including artist releases and rehearsals.
• Input and track payroll and finance data for artists, employees, and contractors.
• Maintain artists' materials and assist with translations and program assets.
• Coordinate auditions, master classes, and external engagements, including travel logistics.
• Oversee program-related social media coordination with Met Communications and Graphics teams.
• Assist in visa petitions for international artists and in planning events.
• Other administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Administrative experience

Discretion

Communication

Languages

Computer skills

Payroll data

Scheduling

Event coordination

Tools

Microsoft 365

Google Suite

Adobe InDesign

Canva

Database management

Job description

The Metropolitan Opera seeks an attentive Administrative Assistant to support the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program (LYADP) with a variety of administrative duties. This role reports to the Executive Director with supervision by the Assistant Director.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, payroll data, and program assets, coordinating auditions and events, and supporting social media and communications efforts for LYADP.