Stage Management Intern - Cincinnati Opera at Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

11.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Stage Management, Music Reading, Clerical Work, Rehearsal Planning, Technical Rehearsals, Performance Support, Organization, Communication

Industry

Musicians

Description

Description Founded in 1920, Cincinnati Opera is one of the oldest and most highly regarded opera companies in the United States. Known for its longstanding partnership with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, a roster of world-class singers, and its spectacular performance venue, Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Opera has received numerous accolades and awards, including a recent nomination for the prestigious International Opera Award. Cincinnati Opera offers a primary season of performances from June through August (paid attendance 17,000-20,000), plus a host of events through the year, including educational programming, small-scale public performances, recitals, and fundraisers. The following description is meant to give an overview of positions and is not a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. There are two positions available. Applications will close on at 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 1, 2026. All applications should include a cover letter and resume. Please be able to provide references upon request. The Stage Management Interns will assist the AGMA Stage Management teams with: Pre-production paperwork, rehearsal planning, and room set-up; Running studio rehearsals, onstage technical rehearsals, and performances; Updating running lists and cue sheets for rehearsal and performances; Tracking sign-in sheets for chorus and supers; Distributing necessary paperwork to production staff and department heads; Providing general clerical work for stage management department; Organizing and maintaining stage and rehearsal supplies; Running errands for the Stage Management department; Assisting the Rehearsal Department as needed; Possibility of participating in seasonal intern-led event pending final season programming; Other duties as assigned. Requirements Ability to read music required. Hours & Compensation Interns are paid at a rate of $11 per hour and are eligible for overtime. Production internship hours vary, with a minimum of 40 hours per week and occasional evening/weekend hours. Internships begin in May 2026 and conclude in early August 2026. Physical Requirements/Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. In order to engage and represent the organization, the employee must be able to work evenings, weekends, and travel locally. These positions require work in an office setting. Production positions may require work in a warehouse setting and/or backstage theatrical setting. Cincinnati Opera receives administrative support through a shared services agreement with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO). As part of the application process, you may receive communications from CSO team members.

Responsibilities

The Stage Management Interns will assist with pre-production paperwork, rehearsal planning, and running rehearsals and performances. They will also update cue sheets, track sign-in sheets, and provide general clerical support.