Visiting Faculty in Music - Opera Director

100 Miami University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University invites applications for a Visiting Faculty in Music - Opera Director. The role shapes the artistic and dramatic vision of opera productions, uniting music, theatre, and visual storytelling to create a compelling audience experience.

Responsibilities include developing the artistic concept, directing singers and chorus, and leading rehearsals to ensure cohesive performances with designers and conductors. A collaborative, professional rehearsal environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience directing opera or musical theatre.
• Master's degree in Voice Performance or Directing with strong artistic leadership.
• Ability to translate musical and dramatic ideas into engaging theatrical experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear artistic concept and dramatic interpretation.
• Direct singers, chorus, and performers, guiding character development, staging, and dramatic expression.
• Collaborate with conductors, designers, and production teams to ensure artistic and musical cohesion.
• Lead rehearsals, integrating theatrical storytelling with the musical score.
• Oversee staging and artistic execution through technical rehearsals and opening night.
• Foster a collaborative, creative, and professional rehearsal environment.

Skills

Opera directing

Artistic leadership

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Voice Performance or Directing

Job description

Job Title Visiting Faculty in Music - Opera Director Department Music Department JM Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Period Activity Pay Benefit Eligible No Job Description Summary

Job Description

The Opera Director is responsible for shaping the artistic and dramatic vision of an opera production, bringing together music, theater, and visual storytelling to create a compelling audience experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear artistic concept and dramatic interpretation.


• Direct singers, chorus, and performers, guiding character development, staging, and dramatic expression.


• Collaborate with conductors, designers, and production teams to ensure artistic and musical cohesion.


• Lead rehearsals, integrating theatrical storytelling with the musical score.


• Oversee staging and artistic execution through technical rehearsals and opening night.


• Foster a collaborative, creative, and professional rehearsal environment.

Qualifications

• Experience directing opera or musical theatre.


• Master's degree in Voice Performance or Directing Excellent artistic leadership, communication, and collaborative skills.


• Ability to translate musical and dramatic ideas into engaging theatrical experiences.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents Resume/CV Cover letter Special Instructions (if applicable) None Additional Information A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

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Reasonable Accommodations

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Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

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Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience. Miami's main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University's Mission.