The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Director - NSO Production and Orchestra Operations
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Director - NSO Production and Orchestra Operations
The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) enjoys international renown as one of America’s finest professional orchestras. The Orchestra has gained recognition through national and international touring, recording, radio and television broadcasts, and its excellent work in education and community engagement in the greater Washington area. The NSO has been in residence at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since the Center opened in 1971. In 1986, the Orchestra became an artistic affiliate of the Kennedy Center. The NSO’s Music Director, Gianandrea Noseda, is widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation. About the Role The Director of Production & Operations works to ensure the smooth operations of the NSO. They lead long range planning from a production perspective and ensure proactive and ongoing dialogue across the NSO Team and with KC Production. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Supervision: Hire, manage, and supervise NSO Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager and direct the work of IATSE Stage Technicians in the Concert Hall and throughout the Kennedy Center for NSO productions. Budget Supervision: Create, implement, and review all annual and monthly production and operations budgets for the NSO. Concert Production: Oversee all technical and logistical details for NSO rehearsals, concerts, and other special events at the Kennedy Center and in the local DC area. Operations & Logistics: Support NSO’s domestic and international tour planning, preparation, and implementation. Key Qualifications College degree and/or advanced degree in music and/or arts management is required. Minimum of five years of experience in concert production is required; experience with symphony orchestra touring is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people are critical. Ability to develop and monitor production budgets is required. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
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The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) enjoys international renown as one of America’s finest professional orchestras. The Orchestra has gained recognition through national and international touring, recording, radio and television broadcasts, and its excellent work in education and community engagement in the greater Washington area. The NSO has been in residence at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since the Center opened in 1971. In 1986, the Orchestra became an artistic affiliate of the Kennedy Center. The NSO’s Music Director, Gianandrea Noseda, is widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation. About the Role The Director of Production & Operations works to ensure the smooth operations of the NSO. They lead long range planning from a production perspective and ensure proactive and ongoing dialogue across the NSO Team and with KC Production. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Supervision: Hire, manage, and supervise NSO Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager and direct the work of IATSE Stage Technicians in the Concert Hall and throughout the Kennedy Center for NSO productions. Budget Supervision: Create, implement, and review all annual and monthly production and operations budgets for the NSO. Concert Production: Oversee all technical and logistical details for NSO rehearsals, concerts, and other special events at the Kennedy Center and in the local DC area. Operations & Logistics: Support NSO’s domestic and international tour planning, preparation, and implementation. Key Qualifications College degree and/or advanced degree in music and/or arts management is required. Minimum of five years of experience in concert production is required; experience with symphony orchestra touring is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people are critical. Ability to develop and monitor production budgets is required. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
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