Dance

This is a full time position that reports to the Artistic Director and the Board of Directors, in support of OBC’s mission. The Operations Manager (OM) will have responsibility for the company’s financial, marketing, and fundraising goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate skills and experience in finance, marketing, and relationship management as well as possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. This position requires a high level of organization and time management skills. This is a full-time position with flexible working hours except during program delivery.

Responsibilities:

– Daily administrative oversight of finance, fundraising, communications, marketing, and systems.
– Maintain all aspects of fundraising including grant applications, budgets, reports, and timelines.
– Manage social media, eblasts, website updates, and other online content to strengthen the brand.
– Develop and implement data driven marketing campaigns to support programs.
– Support the Artistic Director and Board of Directors in the fulfillment of the organization’s mission.
– Manage timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals.
– Lead, coach, develop, and retain OBC’s volunteers and liaise with administrative consultants.
– Track operational progress and evaluate program components to measure success.

Qualifications:

– Bachelor degree or equivalent of at least 5 years of management experience; track record of effectively supporting an outcomes-based organization.
– Experience developing operational strategies that have created organizational growth.
– Proficient in budget management and QuickBooks.
– Experience managing Workers’ Compensation, contracts, and payroll.
– Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
– Ability to achieve strategic objectives.
– Excellent interpersonal skills.
– Commitment to the mission of OBC.
– Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
– Able to multitask in a fast paced environment.
– Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

– Work is performed in an office and performing arts facilities environments.
– Work is primarily performed sitting and standing.
– Must be able to lift and carry 15 lbs.

Inquiries: jobs@oaklandballet.org, no phone calls please

To apply: email resume, cover letter aligning your qualifications and experience to the job description, and three references to jobs@oaklandballet.org. Place Operations Manager in the subject line.

The Oakland Ballet Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion throughout the organization.

About Oakland Ballet Company

Founded in 1965, Oakland Ballet Company is a non-profit, performing arts organization that reflects the diversity of Oakland and the greater East Bay. The mission of the Oakland Ballet Company is to provide accessible, relevant, and exciting dance that inspires and educates all ages of our diverse community. Oakland Ballet Company is an Isadora Duncan award-winning dance organization comprised of a diverse professional performing company, a comprehensive arts education program which enables more than 15,000 students and youth to experience and appreciate the art of dance each year, plus an academy dedicated to training the next generation of dancers.

Title: Ballet Master
Reports to: Artistic Director & Chief Administrative Officer

Join an internationally-acclaimed arts organization at a pivotal time in its growth. Celebrating 39 years, Alonzo King LINES Ballet is part of the cultural fabric of San Francisco and known around the globe for its impact on shaping the future of ballet and dance education. Founded by visionary choreographer Alonzo King, the organization has been recognized for its world-premiere performances featuring unique collaborations and world-renowned company of dancers. The mission of Alonzo King LINES Ballet is to nurture dynamic artistry and the development of authentic, creative expression in dance, through collaboration, self-discovery, empathy, and risk-taking.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Ballet Master’s responsibilities will span 15-20 weeks of touring annually, 2 San Francisco seasons (2 weeks each), 15-20 weeks of rehearsal in San Francisco, in addition to other Company events & Administrative duties in San Francisco.

Purpose:

• To teach, prepare and rehearse dancers for productions and performances. • To support the learning, development and progress of the dancers.

• To provide supervision and ensure the smooth running of day to day operations within designated areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

A. Supervision
• Supervise the dancers work, attendance, standards, motivation and well-being.
• Maintain overall artistic quality of performances while on tour and in San Francisco.
• Effectively communicate the original design aesthetic of the production with the Director of Production, Lighting Supervisor, Stage Manager and local crew.

B. Learning and Development
• Encourage development of dancers and their skills.
• Ensure the dancers have thorough knowledge of the Company’s current repertoire.

C. Performance Preparation
• Teach, rehearse and prepare dancers for all productions and performances.

• Teach Company class for dancers on tour, during YBCA seasons, weekly during rehearsal weeks and at offsite public performances/ workshops, etc.

• Organize cast changes, if necessary in consultation with the Artistic Director, notifying all other
relevant ballet staff, wardrobe staff and other personnel as required.
D. Management and Administration

• Assists in the selection of repertoire and artists to contribute to the individual and
collective development of the Company.
• Create and distribute weekly/daily rehearsal schedule and dancer event & activity calendar.
• Assists Artistic Director in the overview of the season programming and casting.
• Maintains current and archive audio and video files for rehearsal footage.
• While on tour, consults with coordination of residency activities and participates in lecture demonstrations and master classes.
• Communicates programming and casting information to Dancers, Company, Production & Marketing departments.
• Manages and coordinates ordering of dancer’s shoes.
• Create and manage recruitment for new dancers, including scheduling and coordination of auditions.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and Company meetings.
• Attend tours, performing regular duties and representing Artistic Director during
rehearsals and performances, when the Artistic Director is not present
• Continually seek to develop and improve working practices.
• Act as an ambassador for Alonzo King LINES Ballet, both internally and externally, both at home and when on tour.

Qualifications of the Position:

A. Knowledge, Skills and Experience of Ballet

• A knowledge of the repertoire and Alonzo King LINES Ballet productions.

• Ability to see, hear, speak and physically demonstrate dance techniques.

• A proven track record in teaching, rehearsing and developing professional dancers at all levels, to the highest standards.

• Experience and understanding of the working practices of a major theater.

B. Management Skills

• Ability to promote effective teamwork, trust and harmonious working relationships at all levels.

• Ability to motivate and coach people to perform and achieve superior results.

• Ability to promote effective learning and development techniques to dancers.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of people – junior and senior, from diverse backgrounds.

• Outstanding communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

• Creative problem solver, open to change, flexible, and capable of adapting to changing priorities.

• Ability to manage priorities and support a busy workload.
• Effective planning and time management skills.
• Ability to ensure the smooth running of day to day operations within a busy schedule.
C. Other

• Passion for Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s mission and impact.
• Flexibility to be available for scheduled classes, rehearsals and performances, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and demonstrate choreography.

Requirements:

• BA or MA in Arts and Dance Studies or equivalent experience in professional ballet.
• 7-10 years minimum of combined experience as ballet performer, teacher and/or ballet master
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Google Suite.
• Ability to travel frequently, international touring experience is a plus.
• A positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Speaking or the understanding of a second language (French, German, Spanish) is helpful, but not required;

TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@linesballet.org with “Ballet Master” in the email subject line.

Position open until filled.

Job Title: Dance Center Manager Reports To: Director of Education

Customary Schedule:
Position Description
Customary Work Hours: 40 hours per week
Customary Work Days: Monday-Friday: occasional evening and weekend work required
Status: Full time, Exempt
Benefits: 100% Employer paid medical plan, employee paid dental and vision coverage, pre-tax commuter benefits, access to a 403b retirement plan, unlimited dance classes, 12 paid holidays, and a generous PTO policy
About Alonzo King LINES Ballet
The mission of Alonzo King LINES Ballet is to nurture dynamic artistry and the development of authentic, creative expression in dance, through collaboration, performance, and education.

Alonzo King LINES Ballet (AKLB) is a celebrated contemporary ballet company that has been guided since 1982 by a uniquely global artistic vision. Collaborating with noted composers, musicians, and visual artists, Alonzo King creates works that draw on a diverse set of deeply rooted cultural traditions and imbue classical ballet with new expressive potential. Each year, AKLB premieres new works in bi-annual San Francisco Home Seasons, which go on to tour nationally and internationally.

LINES Ballet shares its vision of transformative, revelatory dance through performances by the Alonzo King LINES Ballet Company as well as through its diverse, high caliber offering of education and community programs. LINES Ballet is dedicated to training the next generation of dancers through these progressive and intentional programs: LINES Ballet BFA Program at Dominican University of California, LINES Ballet Training Program, and LINES Ballet Summer Program. High-level, elite dancers travel from throughout the world to train and study the philosophy and approach of Alonzo King while developing their own unique voice as artists.

Alonzo King LINES Dance Center offers 20 online classes per week, as well as workshops and guest classes that provide access to elite choreographers, companies, and artists. The Dance Center rents its professionally equipped studios to education programs, choreographers and companies for auditions, rehearsals, and coaching dancers. The LINES Dance Center is looking
forward to returning to in-person operations, pending City of San Francisco guidelines. From the absolute beginner to the professional dancer, LINES Dance Center offers everything from ballet, modern, contemporary, jazz, global dance, and more in an environment that is inspiring and approachable. Connecting Alonzo’s philosophy and vision, there is something for everyone- encouraging artistry, dance education, and discovery through various dance forms.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Education, the Dance Center Manager plays an important role in AKLB’s ability to offer accessibility to dance year-round to the Bay Area. As a key member of
the Dance Center team, this position will manage programs, oversee scheduling, and take the lead on Dance Center general operations and systems. Additionally, the Dance Center Manager will strengthen and improve overall organizational functionality. The Manager is also responsible for establishing and maintaining effective teamwork and communication within the Dance Center team, including teachers and staff, with the ultimate goal of fostering strength and sustainability for AKLB’s largest community effort.

Revenue Growth
– Maximize revenue for open adult classes, the Teens at LINES program, and studio rentals
– Foster relationships with teachers and choreographers in the Bay Area and beyond – Keep updated on latest trends in dance in order to maintain LINES’ position at the forefront of the Bay Area dance community

Managing Streaming Platforms
– Manage streaming of hybrid and/ or completely online dance classes
– Create a system that will allow for students to stream high quality classes remotely – Stay informed of best practices in video streaming
– Support IT in troubleshooting systems

Dance Center Leadership
– Serve as the direct supervisor for Dance Center Associates and Coordinators, as well as Work Exchange Program (WEX) volunteers
– Provide 10-15 hours of support at the reception desk, as necessary
– Other duties as assigned

Administrative Management
– Work closely with the Dance Center team to manage administrative systems and processes including (but not limited to) contract management, payroll systems, and procedures, internal communication systems, database management, interdepartmental data sharing, faculty communication, and more
– Maintain master schedule for use of the six Dance Center studios, including communication with program directors and renters regarding space usage
– Manage customer service issues
– Provide final approval and review of payroll for all Dance Center teachers and staff
– Develop and maintain the Dance Center budget
– Work closely with the Director of Education and the Finance Department on tracking and reconciliation systems
– Collaborate with Marketing on all Dance Center materials, including generating copy

Facilities Management
– Oversee all facility needs of the Dance Center
– Oversee cleaning of the Dance Center, including hiring contractors and purchasing supplies
– Remain up to date on best practices for cleaning the facilities, especially pertaining to COVID-19
– Manage the relationship with the Dance Center landlord, including communicating any issues and scheduling repairs

Qualifications
– 5+ years of management experience
– Passionate about LINES Ballet’s mission
– Experience in budgeting and systems management
– Experience managing a diverse team
– Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
– Experience with MindBody Online, Zoom, and other comparable registration/ streaming platforms

Other Attributes
– Flexible and adaptable style
– Ability to work independently without close oversight – Collaborative approach to problem-solving
– Excellent team player
– Strong business acumen

Benefits and Schedule
– Monday-Friday; occasional evenings and weekends
– Full-time, exempt employee
– Reports to Director of Education
– Competitive salary based on candidate’s experience and qualifications
– Benefits include a 100% Employer paid medical plan, employee paid dental and vision coverage, pre-tax commuter benefits, access to a 403b retirement plan, unlimited dance classes, 12 paid holidays, and a generous PTO policy

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@linesballet.org with “Dance Center Manager” in the email subject line.

Position open until filled.