Opera Program Assistant - Student Employee

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate: $17.51

Job summary

Berklee College of Music seeks a Departmental Assistant to support the Opera Program at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Responsibilities include coordinating rehearsal schedules, handling communications, preparing spaces for events, and assisting with program materials.

Strong organizational and multilingual capabilities are valued in a dynamic, performance-focused environment. The role offers an hourly position with a pay rate of $17.51 and reports to the Opera Program supervisor, Patricia

Qualifications

• Familiarity with departmental activities.
• Ability to read music notation and IPA knowledge.
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft suites.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a communication liaison between opera office personnel and students.
• Assist in creating the weekly music rehearsal schedule and department event programs.
• Prepare spaces for rehearsals, concerts, and masterclasses including attendance and guest handling.
• Perform clerical duties and organize digital materials in Google Drive.
• Prepare application materials for competitions such as the National Opera Association Production Competition.
• Research as directed for various departmental needs.
• Support the Opera Program and faculty as needed.

Skills

Music notation

Operatic repertoire

IPA familiarity

Google Suite

Microsoft Suite

Communication skills

Organization

Team collaboration

Physical task ability

Job description

Berklee College of Music seeks a Departmental Assistant to support the Opera Program at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Responsibilities include coordinating rehearsal schedules, handling communications, preparing spaces for events, and assisting with program materials.

Strong organizational and multilingual capabilities are valued in a dynamic, performance-focused environment. The role offers an hourly position with a pay rate of $17.51 and reports to the Opera Program supervisor, Patricia