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Description The Meadows Campus production staff is the team responsible for the production implementation of all concerts, rehearsals, and events occurring at the Aspen Music Festival & School’s (AMFS) main performance venues. These facilities include a 2,050-seat Klein Music Tent and the 500-seat Harris Concert Hall. AMFS produces an 8-week festival presenting world class artists in classical music, opera, theatre, and more with multiple events happening each day. The Orchestra Stage Manager works under the supervision of the Production Manager and Assistant Production Managers and collaborates with a team of electricians, stagehands, audio engineers and other stage managers. There are five positions available for the upcoming season. Responsibilities Oversee the production needs of their assigned AMFS large ensemble. Collaborate closely with orchestra managers, librarians, artists, faculty, and other production staff to create logistically efficient paperwork including stage plots and run sheets for each concert cycle. Work additional stage management assignments for recitals, special events, or galas as appropriate. Take on additional crew responsibilities for other events to round out their weekly schedule including load in/out, work, show, calls, etc. as assigned. Requirements Prior experience in the performing arts in stage management, electrics, rigging, and/or carpentry. Prior classical music or opera production knowledge or experience is a plus. Possess character qualities such as proactivity, intuition, strength, respect, and tenacity. Possess the skills to prioritize well in high stress situations, to complete multiple tasks quickly and efficiently and to utilize a variably paced schedule in a productive manner. Candidates must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and materials or, of greater weights in tandem with additional crew member assistance. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Experience drafting stage plots in Vectorworks or AutoCAD is preferred but not required. Dates June 9, 2025-August 30, 2025 Compensation $15.90/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $4.91/hour depending on location). Overtime $23.85/hour. Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time. Application Procedure Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and one-page resume with references where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please. Hiring Timeline Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 10 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 10. Application to remain open until position(s) filled. Statement on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access At AMFS, we are committed to becoming an anti-racist organization and believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we’re investing to move our organization and classical music industry forward. In order to create and maintain a diverse community, AMFS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aspen, CO

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