Opera Production & Chorus Coordinator (Performing Arts – Opera)

Job Description

The Singapore Lyric Opera (SLO) is Singapore’s foremost western opera company, renowned for presenting high-quality performances featuring both international and local talents. Established in 1990 to be a part of Singapore’s burgeoning arts scene, SLO nurtures young artists, conducts educational outreach, and collaborates with communities to cultivate a passion for western opera, both for practitioners and audiences. The company is committed to expanding its repertoire, showcasing diverse works while maintaining artistic integrity. SLO stands as a cornerstone in promoting the arts and specifically western opera in Singapore.

Are you passionate about the arts? Do you thrive in multitasking and possess a strong sense of responsibility towards serving the arts? If so, we want you!

Job Responsibilities

General Administrative

• Prepare all agreements/contracts for engaging external vendors/individuals
• Source and manage bookings of suitable rehearsal and performance venues
• Apply for appropriate licences whenever necessary (e.g., Compass, Archival form)
• Ensure completion, updating, and filing of all paperwork and documents
• Regularly update the database for Artists, Conductor, Director, Production Team & Choruses
• Arrange and coordinate meetings as required.
• Organise vocal classes, workshops, and masterclasses as needed.
• Manage and maintain Production Inventory in SLO Storage.
• Source and coordinate flight and accommodation for international talents
• Act as a liaison between SLO and external parties/individuals
• Arrange auditions when necessary
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Production Matters

• Assist the Artistic Director/ Manager in engaging Directors, Conductors, Artists, and Production Team for productions
• Prepare the production budget and scheduling
• Be the main backstage contact during rehearsals and performances
• Facilitate communication between SLO and individuals involved in productions

Outreach & Engagements

• Communicate with the marketing department
• Provide production support during rehearsals and performances.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Training Programmes – Choruses

• Oversee and attend the training sessions of SLO Choruses (Adult, Youth & Children).
• Oversee and attend all choruses’ rehearsals and performances (internal & external).
• Prepare and manage the administrative requirements of the SLO Choruses.
• Serve as the main contact person between SLO and Choruses (including parents of Youth & Children’s Choruses)
• Arrange for pianists when required
• Collaborate with SLO Chorus Masters to develop schedules
• Prepare music scores for Chorus Masters & Members for rehearsals
• Organise auditions for new members as needed
• Ensure the SLO Chorus Library is updated and catalogued
• Fulfil any other chorus-related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Join a dynamic team dedicated to managing, organising and executing small to large-scale arts events. If you are eager to learn and keen on making a positive impact on the arts scene, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma in Arts Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years related and current working experience in Singapore
• Must be articulate, with excellent organisational skills, can multi-task & able to prioritise workload
• Good writing and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and must be resourceful
• Singaporean

Working hours

• Monday (half day: 9.00am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 6.00pm)*
• Tuesday to Friday, 9am – 6pm
• Saturday, 8.30am – 12.30pm*

Should you be expected to work outside the prescribed hours and days, off in lieu will be granted at the discretion of the Management.

*subject to change