Nashville Ballet currently has openings for these positions:
Director of Sales and Marketing
Reports To: COO
Area of Responsibility: Sales and Marketing
Wage Classification: Salary, Exempt
Position Summary: The Director of Sales and Marketing is responsible for planning and executing all company sales, marketing and public relations activities, ranging from advertising, website, promotion, audience development, social media and printed collateral, including the creation and management of internal budget and staff as they relate to the Sales and Marketing Department. The Director must regularly exhibit creativity combined with efficiency and strong communication skills in a collaborative team environment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
MANAGEMENT
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to lead in a dynamic, growing organization. Must have the ability to put the organization’s needs first.
• Be a strong team player. Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Set and guide strategy to assure revenue goals are achieved (ticket sales, school tuition, community engagement sales)
• Create and implement sales and marketing plans for all lines of business; communicate plans to management and staff via written documents with implementation information (including timelines, budget and assignment of responsibilities)
• Initiate strong working relationships with internal customers to understand their product/message, revenue goals and timelines
• Develop and manage the Sales and Marketing expense budget to assure maximum effectiveness and impact while staying within the constraints set by the board and executive management
• Analyze sales information and present incremental sales goals and strategies in relation to previous sales history
• Provide management information to share at the board level which explains revenue results and upcoming strategies
• Responsible for managing the Marketing Committee and/or Task Forces of the Board of Directors for all aspects of marketing, and for preparing and advancing all related board requests and reports. Prepares appropriate agendas, coordinates the meetings, summarizes the outcomes, and directs the implementation of approved strategies and initiatives.
• Responsible for oversight of database additions, corrections, upkeep, and management of subscriber and ticket buyer information.
• Responsible for oversight and management of the Nashville Ballet shop and merchandise inventory.
COMMUNICATIONS
• Reviews and edits all marketing collateral, including press releases and social media postings. Rewrites or modifies copy to clarify meaning and to conform to company style guidelines and editorial policy.
• Set the strategic communication direction in alignment with overall company initiatives to generate sales volume, donations, grow volunteers, increase partnership opportunities and increase overall awareness of Nashville Ballet by utilizing a wide variety of marketing and communications channels
• Manage, oversee and develop strategies to enhance company’s public image by identifying key messages and communicating them to media, potential alliance partners and investors. Oversee production of internal and external materials such as brochures, press releases, web copy, newsletters and executive presentations.
• Plan, direct, and implement company’s marketing communications activities. Responsible for communicating consistent messages across print and electronic media. Ensure that key, strategic messages are communicated effectively to target audiences.
• Conceive and execute Email Marketing programs to increase customer acquisition, retention, and conversion rates. Develop communication plans; segmentation strategies; and online offers. Evaluate effectiveness of email communications. Works with design and copywriting teams on creative treatments.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive social media strategy that defines how social media marketing techniques will be applied to increase visibility and traffic across all brands and products. Leads the development of company-wide social media management standards, policies and rules of engagement for social media. Define key performance indicators and implements enterprise level measurement, analytics, and reporting methods to gauge success.
• Edit, proofread, fact-check, and coordinate production of a variety of corporate and marketing communication materials. Ensure that communications are accurate, clear, and complete; correct in terms of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and editorial style; and that they maintain a consistent tone and voice.
• Assure effective and timely communications to constituents to increase their awareness of all company activities and ways they can engage with Nashville Ballet
ADVERTISING
• Oversee production and placement of all print and electronic media advertisements as well as press releases, website updates and other electronic communications
• Purchase and place advertising including but not limited to print, radio, TV, and online advertising. Negotiate rates with media outlets and recommend sponsorship opportunities. Conduct post-buy media analysis and track and report on results.
• Play a key role in the successful planning and implementation of multi-channel marketing strategies. Create innovative ideas that tie web, mobile, email, search, social and traditional advertising together to provide solutions based on consumer insight and data.
• Manage the graphic design function to achieve the best result in the most cost-effective manner
• Lead the concept, design, and direction of all promotional and brand identity pieces
MARKETING
• Conceive and execute marketing strategies and programs to increase the profitability of new and existing products and services. Responsible for pricing policies; product and market development; and gathering, analyzing, and utilizing market research.
• Manage database systems designed to analyze and increase customer value. Generate marketing lists; segmentation, contact, and testing plans; and campaign reports. Analyze customer preferences, trends, profiles, and purchase histories. Identify factors that influence and are predictive of customer behavior.
• Oversee the development and implementation of direct marketing programs to raise the levels of customer acquisition, retention, and cross/up-selling. Design campaigns using direct mail, email, websites, telemarketing, catalogs, and marketing collateral. Develop return-on-investment goals, testing plans, and segmentation strategies.
• Develop and implement the brand strategy of a product or service. Position products and services in the marketplace. Plan and execute brand marketing and advertising programs to raise brand awareness and value. Set the direction of brands through awareness of market research and consumer trends.
• Oversee the writing, editing, updating, and placement of content on website. Ensure that website content meets the requirements of business units and fulfills the needs of website users. Collaborate with Web Designers and Web Programmers / Developers on website design and capabilities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Takes a leadership role in assuring overall company awareness of and focus on sales goals and the critical nature of their achievement
• Demonstrate leadership skills by efficiently and effectively running all sales and marketing meetings as well as participating fully in other company/management meetings
• Produce a high volume of high quality work within given time constraints
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Recruit, train, manage and coach employees in the Sales and Marketing department with a focus on maximizing their effectiveness, productivity, engagement and job satisfaction
• Ability to effectively write and produce communication and informational pieces, both print and digital with attention to verbal, visual and, as applicable, audio content
• Oversees management of agency photo database, CD and DVD data, newspaper, and other PR related items to assure an accurate historical archive.
• Assure that local newspapers and Google alerts are reviewed daily for articles including Nashville Ballet, dance and any articles related to sponsors, donors, volunteers, etc. and distribute as warranted.
• Regularly exhibit a willingness and enthusiasm for assisting with projects, special events, and planning within the management team
• Make time for special assignments and requests which benefit Nashville Ballet objectives even when such projects require additional effort beyond standard working hours
• Excel in managing multiple projects with strong detail, problem solving and follow-through capabilities
• Serves as a key player in the development of new company ventures, acting as a resource and sounding board to other directors and management
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Requirements and Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree in Sales, Marketing or Business preferred with a minimum of five years related experience with progressive managerial responsibilities
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of working successfully in a team
• Demonstrated ability to meet financial goals
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively
• Demonstrated ability to persuade others
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision
• Strong writing, oral and presentation communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Experience with constituent relationship management system
• Attention to detail and strong project management skills
• Professional attitude and appearance
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, or to require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
To Apply:
To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Director of Sales and Marketing” as the email’s subject line.
1. A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for three professional references.
2. A resume no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
3. The following two writing samples demonstrating your breadth and flexibility as a strategist:
a) School of Nashville Ballet is expanding its community dance classes to include specific programs geared toward senior citizens. Draft a communications plan and timeline including targeted audiences to distribute this exciting news.
b) Nashville Ballet’s season of professional performances is expanding next season to include an additional contemporary ballet with a revenue budget goal of $100,000 in group and single ticket sales. Draft an advertising spend budget and allocation to reflect the appropriate effort towards this financial investment.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax.
Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager
Reports To: Director of Development
Area of Responsibility: Development
Wage Classification: Salaried, Exempt
Position Summary: The Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for managing and growing Nashville Ballet’s relationships with corporate and foundation partners. The position works closely with the Director of Development to create and manage a portfolio of existing and prospective institutional funders and to support a comprehensive strategy to meet revenue goals for institutional gifts.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Prospecting & Research
· Through research and analysis, build and manage a portfolio of prospective new corporate sponsors and grant funders, including national funders
· Identify best program alignment with each prospective institutional funder for optimal success rates
· Maintain awareness of and active engagement in the region’s growing business community
Cultivation & Solicitation
· In conjunction with the Director of Development or Director of Sales & Marketing as needed, represent Nashville Ballet to the business community; build and maintain relationships with foundation program officers and marketing/corporate social responsibility executives
· Manage a robust schedule of existing grant and corporate deadlines to include annual corporate proposals, grant applications and grant reporting requirements; implement existing, refine and create new tools as needed to track and report on fulfillment of deliverables
· Arrange and perform all in-person meetings with existing and prospective funders, with Director of Development or executive leadership as needed
· Create and prepare corporate sponsorship materials including introductory letters, proposals, final reports and other mailings/correspondence
· Write and submit all non-government grant requests in coordination with the Director of Development
Benefit Fulfillment & Stewardship
· Manage and ensure benefit fulfillment and recognition for sponsors and partners
· Work with staff (Development/Events Coordinators, Marketing, Community Engagement & Artistic) to ensure experiential, programmatic and marketing benefits are appropriately fulfilled
· Work throughout the entire organization to identify needs for courting/stewarding partners
· Continuously identify new marketable opportunities that would interest corporate sponsors
Additional Development Team Duties
· Support Development department in maintaining accurate corporate sponsor database records
· Work with Director of Development and Events Coordinator to plan and execute sponsor events; attend these events to build relationships with funders
· Attend and support overall Development department activities, including performances, fundraising events and donor cultivation and stewardship events throughout the season
· Work with Board members to expand the list of corporate supporters
Additional Duties
· Work with the Community Engagement Manager to have up-to-date information for grants, reports and proposals pertaining to data and demographics from Community Engagement initiatives
· Work with the Director of Finance to have up-to-date information for grants, reports and proposals pertaining to Nashville Ballet’s financial statements and statistics
· Work with the administrative staff of School of Nashville Ballet to have up-to-date information for grants, reports and proposals pertaining to school data and programs
Administrative Tasks: Under the oversight of the Director of Development, fulfill any other additional tasks as assigned.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Requirements and Qualifications
· Education: Bachelor’s degree required
· Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Previous experience in corporate relations with non-profits, corporate relationship management or sales
· Demonstrable experience with prospect research, lead generation, gift closing and stewardship
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, development-style writing and tools needed to create proposal materials
· Previous experience with Tessitura or other CRM database preferred
· Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
· Ability to make decisions and solve problems
· Experience: 2+ years in corporate fundraising or similar development function
· Equipment: standard office equipment including computer and software, phone, copier, etc., competency on PC.
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this document is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, circumstances may require that other, or different tasks be performed (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
To Apply:
To be considered for this position, please email the items below in one PDF file with your name as the filename to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager” as the email’s subject line. No phone calls.
· A substantive cover letter
· A resume no longer than 2 pages
Costume SHop First Hand
Reports To: Costume Shop Manager
Area of Responsibility: Artistic
Wage Classification: Non-exempt
Position Summary: The First Hand’s main focus is to assist the Costume Shop Manager in the, creation and execution of all costumes for all Company, NB2 and School of Nashville Ballet productions including, but not limited to, financial management, management of cutters and stitchers, logistical coordination, and serving as liaison to the artistic staff and dancers. The First Hand is expected to be able to function autonomously and effectively manage the day-to-day operations of the Costume Shop in the absence of the Costume Shop Manager.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
· It is understood that the goal of the First Hand shall be to help create and maintain the “vision” of the Artistic Director, choreographer and designers while providing a safe working environment for the dancers and crew.
· Assist the Costume Shop Manager in the preparation and maintenance of all paperwork with regards to the costume shop: inventories, costume plots, accessory lists, etc.; or assisting guest designers as needed with paperwork for archival purposes.
· Assist in the management of the run crew for all performances, and make repairs and alterations during rehearsals and performances as necessary.
· Work with the Costume Shop Manager in supervising staff and creating work assignments for costume shop personnel, backstage dressers and costume.
· Maintain the Costume Shop and Costume Storage in a clean, safe and organized state, which includes incidental equipment maintenance.
· Assist in the management of all incoming and outgoing rentals of costumes.
· Ordering of supplies, materials and notions in a timely manner to keep the costume shop operating efficiently.
General Responsibilities:
· Assisting dancers with costume needs
· Maintenance of costume shop equipment
· Assisting with advancing, set-up and strike, and overseeing the execution and needs of Lecture/Demonstrations and other special appearances by the Company as assigned by the Production Stage Manager or Director of Artistic Operations.
Company Philosophy: All employees are expected to promote and advocate for Nashville Ballet and its mission both inside and outside the organization. Likewise, they are expected to support the following Enduring Values.
- We believe in the transforming power of art.
- We inspire appreciate for the art of ballet.
- We strive for excellent with integrity in all we do.
- We respect one another and the art form.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education: BA in theater or similar arts education or considered to be an expert in this field.
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of the costume construction, fitting and alterations. Skilled stitching ability. Skilled patterning ability. Able to work efficiently and effectively with others. Able to direct costume shop personnel, backstage dressers and costume assistants and communicate effectively the requirements of each production. Basic working knowledge or various sewing machine, sergers and other tools of the trade. Basic dyeing.
3. Experience: minimum of 3 years in a theatrical field
4. Equipment: Knowledge of various sewing machine and tools used in a costume shop and the safe use of each. Basic knowledge of general office equipment.
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, or to require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
Children's Program Coordinator
Reports To: Director of School
Area of Responsibility: School
Wage Classification: Exempt
Position Summary: The Children’s Program Coordinator’s main focus is to manage all aspects of the School of Nashville Ballet’s children’s classes, and to provide the bridge between the children’s division and lower level academy. This position works with the Academy Principal to design, implement and manage syllabus directly related to the primary levels of students in the school, ages 2-8. The Children’s Program Coordinator will supervise the faculty of the Children’s Program maintaining training at the level of artistic excellence established by Nashville Ballet’s Artistic Director. Additionally, the Coordinator will be required to teach in the Academy, and other programs as assigned.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Teach classes in the Children’s Program for Fall, Spring and Summer
- Coordinate Class Assistants
- Attend all required School and faculty meetings
- Coordinate all Children’s Program material/inventory
- Work with Academy Principal to document and refine Children’s Program goals and curriculum
- Work with school director and academy principal to implement the Children’s Program curriculum ensuring the program of study follows the artistic vision of Nashville Ballet
- Promote Children’s Program in the community at special events in ongoing effort to increase School enrollment, such as Family Day, Open House, and other children oriented company performances.
- Coordinate, develop and implement, under the supervision of the Academy Principal and Director of School, Children’s Summer Camps, Junior Intensive
- Assist in communication with Parents under the supervision of the School Director
- Create, and distribute quarterly Children’s Division newsletter for parents
- Serve as an advocate to the students and parents of the School of Nashville Ballet in order to assure they maintain confidence in the value of the educational opportunities provided as indicated by their continued enrollment in our programs
- Assist with, and advise on hiring on children’s division faculty, as well as ongoing training for current and new faculty
General Responsibilities:
- Assist as needed and assigned with Nutcracker youth cast, both in the studio and theatre, and other productions, as needed
- Assist in Coordinating end of year school demonstrations for Children’s Program levels as well facilitate and lead coordination of end of year lower academy (Spring Celebration) level performance in conjunction with Academy Principal
- Coordinate lower Academy Spring Performance
Company Philosophy: All employees are expected to promote and advocate for Nashville Ballet and its mission both inside and outside the organization. Likewise, they are expected to support the following Enduring Values.
- We believe in the transforming power of art.
- We inspire appreciate for the art of ballet.
- We strive for excellent with integrity in all we do.
- We respect one another and the art form.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to provide leadership and manage.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
Word processing/spreadsheet/database skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
3. Experience: 5 years teaching experience required, preferably in ballet school or ballet company environment. Experience in teaching students of all ages but with a particular affinity for training 2 – 8 year olds.
4. Equipment: standard office equipment including computer and software, phone, copier, etc.
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, or to require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
To Apply:
To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename (i.e. JohnSmith.pdf) to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Children's Program Coordinator” as the email’s subject line.
- A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for three references (ideally professional references).
- A résumé no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No phone calls, please. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review our website at www.nashvilleballet.com prior to submitting materials for consideration.
Part Time Faculty (Academy)
Reports To: School Director and School Principal
Area of Responsibility: Artistic
Wage Classification: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The part-time Academy Faculty member’s main focus is to implement School of Nashville Ballet’s instruction and ballet curriculum at the assigned level(s). The Academy Faculty member will work with the School Principal and fellow Faculty members to design, implement, and manage syllabus, to prepare students for advancement towards a professional career.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Teach in the School as directed by School Director
- Exhibit a strong knowledge of Classical Ballet
- Learn and implement syllabus for Academy Division, ensuring that program of study follows the artistic vision of Nashville Ballet
- Possess strong awareness about the various needs and wants of students and parents
- Recognize that children respond to situations and environments differently
- Actively participate in individual and group faculty meetings and workshops regarding syllabus development and implementation
- Maintain up-to-date records of student attendance and performance in class
- With the supervision of the School Principal, coordinate parent/student conferences and/or communication related to student performance as needed
- Assist School Principal and artistic staffin the coordination and direction of all student performances
- Enforce school uniform and grooming policies
- Other duties as needed
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Pedagogy training requireD
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to provide leadership
Ability to make decisions and solve problems
Previous experience teaching children
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, or to require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
To Apply:
To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename (i.e. JohnSmith.pdf) to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Academy Faculty” as the email’s subject line.
- A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for three references (ideally professional references).
- A résumé no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No phone calls, please. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review our website at www.nashvilleballet.com prior to submitting materials for consideration.
Part Time Faculty (Children's Division)
Reports To: School Director and School Manager
Area of Responsibility: School of Nashville Ballet (SNB)
Wage Classification: Non-Exempt
Emphasis: Children’s Division
Concentration: Pre-School and elementary aged children
Position Summary: The position of part-time Children’s Division faculty member will focus on implementing the artistic vision and curriculum standards set forth by the School Director. The primary duties will consist of teaching and developing the students of School of Nashville Ballet. In addition, the part-time Children’s Division faculty member will be expected to uphold Nashville Ballet’s reputation for artistic excellence and make regular and active contributions to a creative and enthusiastic working environment.
Essential Functions and Competencies:
- Possesses strong awareness about the various needs and wants of students and parents
- Recognizes that children respond to situations and environments differently
- Ability to handle various classroom outbreaks and needs such as, but not limited to: discipline, meltdowns, shyness, redirection, spontaneity, etc.
- Takes into account the basic developmental stages of children (physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and communication)
- Possesses tools to greet a new child and family enthusiastically, creating a safe and welcoming environment
- Fun loving and outgoing personality with a true and deep desire to work with pre-school and elementary aged children
- Strong knowledge of Classical Ballet
- Knowledge or exposure to different styles and techniques of Ballet, along with exposure to various forms of dance and music
- Ability to infuse creativity into the instruction of ballet and other dance forms with age appropriate engagement for classes in SNB Children’s Division as assigned
- Creates and delivers material that illustrates progression of curriculum in your students
- Extensive knowledge about gestures, body movement and language, along with the ability to translate that information to pre-school and elementary age children
- Ability to enthusiastically and effectively engage parents, and organize students to execute successful parent observations and special events, showing progression of curriculum in your students
- Promotes SNB in the community at special events in ongoing effort to increase School enrollment
- Serves as an advocate to the community, students and parents of the SNB in order to assure they maintain confidence in the value of the educational opportunities provided as indicated by their continued enrollment in our programs
General Responsibilities:
- Teach scheduled classes with maturity
- Manage students in classroom and problem solve as needed
- Maintain a high level of communication with administrative staff on your class needs, communication of class rosters and students.
- Interface with all faculty members and staff members with regards to aspects of SNB
- Appear as a representative for Nashville Ballet or SNB (as needed) in the media
Work Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Ability to provide leadership and to manage students and dancers
· Ability to make decisions and solve problems
· Ability to exercise flexibility, patience, sound time-management and multi-tasking skills
· Word processing / spread sheet skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
· Energetic self-starter, able to function comfortably in a fast-paced, team environment and relate well to students/families and customers
3. Experience: Classical ballet dance experience, preferably 3 years of classical ballet teaching experience
4. Equipment: basic use of computers (word/excel), knowledge of studio equipment
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, or to require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
To Apply:
To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename (i.e. JohnSmith.pdf) to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Children's Division Faculty” as the email’s subject line.
- A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for three references (ideally professional references).
- A résumé no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No phone calls, please. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review our website at www.nashvilleballet.com prior to submitting materials for consideration.
Head Chaperone
Reports To: School Manager and Youth Programs Coordinator
Area of Responsibility: School of Nashville Ballet (SNB)
Wage Classification: Non-Exempt
Emphasis: Summer Intensive
Position Summary: Nashville Ballet seeks a mature, experienced, and energetic Head Chaperone to support our Summer Intensive and lead the team of General Chaperones. School of Nashville Ballet’s Summer Intensive is a residential training program with a comprehensive curriculum designed for the serious ballet student.
Summer Intensive Chaperones oversee the students and are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and nurturing residential environment for youth and young adults living away from home. These chaperones also supervise the students any time they are outside of the studio. They live in residence halls, organize social and recreational activities, serve as role models, and enforce behavioral guidelines. The Head Chaperone will lead all of these efforts and ensure all chaperones are compliant.
Please note that this is a full-time position and as such is not suitable for dancers who will also be participating in our Summer Intensive.
Essential Functions and Competencies:
- Demonstrate maturity and interpersonal skills with a true and deep desire to work with youth and young adults, acting as an outstanding role model at all times
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including phone and email communication with supervisors; provide daily updates on students’ and General Chaperones’ well-being
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills while overseeing a team of General Chaperones
- Welcome students and families enthusiastically, creating a safe, caring, and responsible environment
- Possess an awareness about the various needs and wants of students and parents, recognizing that each student will respond to situations and environments differently
- Manage various situations and needs. Examples include, but are not limited to: discipline, boredom, home sickness, adjusting to a new environment, etc.
- Serve as point person for Belmont University and Nashville Ballet for Summer Intensive boarding students
- Work in conjunction with the Youth Programs Coordinator to compile all necessary forms (medical, roommate, emergency contact, etc.) for each boarding student prior to their arrival for Summer Intensive
- Evaluate student requests and respond in accordance with Belmont and SNB rules and policies
- Ensure maximum safety of all program participants at all times
- Command the attention of groups of children and young adults
- Prioritize demands and work flows to assure deadlines are met
- Live in a campus residence hall and be available for students and emergencies on a full-time basis, including rotating overnight hours, throughout the duration of the program
- Drive student shuttles on a daily basis (typically a 15-passenger vehicle)
- Represent Nashville Ballet in a positive and professional manner throughout term of employment, including off hours
General Responsibilities:
- Accept responsibility and act as a parental figure for all students
- Monitor safety and well-being of students
- Facilitate fun, safe, and age-appropriate activities for students in the Nashville community, residential apartments, campus area and on field trips
- Provide support and direction to General Chaperones on management of students; assure they carry out their responsibilities appropriately
- Enforce SNB and Belmont University rules and policies
- Check students in and out of lodging based on established rules and regulations
- Provide and organize transportation as needed to airport, daily trips to and from studios, medical needs, and bi-weekly store runs utilizing a Nashville Ballet vehicle
- Organize events and transportation for weekend outings; accompany students with General Chaperones to meals and on weekend outings to ensure student safety and oversee logistical details
- Maintain upkeep of Nashville Ballet vehicles during intensive (ensure gas tanks are full and vehicles are clean)
- Report any issues that occur at the dorms or on field trips to the School Manager and provide updates as necessary
- Participate in a Summer Intensive wrap-up meeting to brainstorm ideas that will help to improve the over-all experience for attendees
- Attend any and all required meetings leading up to and during the Summer Intensive (staff, school, etc.)
- Interface with all departments of the organization as needed
- Ensure students keep apartments in a clean and orderly fashion
- Transport and chaperone students during physician appointments and urgent care visits in the event of minor illness or injury
Work Hours:
Chaperone hours include mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Students will be in class from approximately 9am – 4pm on weekdays and 9am – 12pm on Saturdays, during which times the Head Chaperone will rotate with the General Chaperones either being on-duty or being on-call for emergencies. Any Chaperone who is not scheduled to be on-duty or on-call may consider these hours their free time and may go off-site, providing they stay within the Nashville area.
Important Dates (you must be available for all):
June 5-8 – Chaperone move-in and orientation, schedule TBA
June 11 – Sessions I & II student move-in
June 12 – First day of classes for sessions I & II
July 20 – End of program and student move-out
July 21 – Head Chaperone and General Chaperone move-out
Work Requirements and Qualifications
- Age /Education: 21 years of age and a high school diploma.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational, written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide leadership and manage
- Ability to make decisions and solve problems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience: All chaperones must have experience with leadership and/or working with youth and young adults ages 11 – 22. Individuals with experience in child development, social work, recreational programs, nonprofit programs, conflict resolution and education are strongly encouraged to apply.
- First Aid and CPR certification is required. Online training will not be accepted.
- Equipment: operate a 15-passenger van; utilize Microsoft Office suite programs, standard office equipment including computer and software, phone, copier, etc.
- Background check: all candidates must pass a criminal background check.
- Driver’s License: all candidates must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- Dance experience is not required.
Compensation: Starting at $300 per week in addition to housing and all meals Monday-Friday and 2 meals Saturday. Salary commensurate with experience. Chaperones may also take School of Nashville Ballet Community Division classes free of charge.
Company Philosophy: All employees are expected to promote and advocate for Nashville Ballet and its mission both inside and outside the organization. Likewise, they are expected to support the following Enduring Values.
- We believe in the transforming power of art.
- We inspire appreciation for the art of ballet.
- We strive for excellence with integrity in all we do.
- We respect one another and the art form.
To Apply: To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename, i.e. JohnSmith.pdf, to summer@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Head Chaperone” as the email’s subject line.
1. A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for two professional references.
2. A resumé no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No calls please.
Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review our website at www.nashvilleballet.com prior to submitting materials for consideration. Thank you!
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, we may require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
General Chaperone
Reports To: School Manager and Head Chaperone and Youth Programs Coordinator
Area of Responsibility: School of Nashville Ballet (SNB)
Wage Classification: Non-Exempt
Emphasis: Summer Intensive
Position Summary: Nashville Ballet seeks experienced, energetic, and mature Chaperones to support our Summer Intensive. School of Nashville Ballet’s Summer Intensive is a residential training program with a comprehensive curriculum designed for the serious ballet student.
Chaperones oversee the students and are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, residential environment for youth and young adults living away from home. These chaperones also supervise the students outside of the studio. They live in the residence halls, organize social and recreational activities, serve as role models, and enforce behavioral guidelines.
Please note that this is a full-time position and as such is not suitable for dancers who will also be participating in our Summer Intensive.
Essential Functions and Competencies:
- Have a mature, fun-loving, and outgoing personality with a true and deep desire to work with youth and young adults, acting as an outstanding role model at all times
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including phone and email communication with supervisors; provide daily updates on students’ well-being
- Welcome students and families enthusiastically, creating a safe, caring, and responsible environment
- Possess an awareness about the various needs and wants of students and parents, recognizing that each student will respond to situations and environments differently
- Manage various situations and needs. Examples include, but are not limited to: discipline, boredom, home sickness, adjusting to a new environment, etc.
- Assist the Head Chaperone, in conjunction with the Youth Programs Coordinator, to compile all necessary forms (medical, roommate, emergency contact, etc.) for each boarding student prior to their arrival for Summer Intensive as needed
- Ensure maximum safety of all program participants at all times and report all concerns to Head Chaperone and the Youth Programs Coordinator
- Work well in group settings, particularly in dealing with youth and young adults
- Prioritize demands and work flows to assure time deadlines are met
- Live in a campus residence hall and be available for students and emergencies on a full-time basis, including rotating overnight hours, throughout the duration of the program
- Evaluate student requests and respond in accordance with Belmont and SNB rules and policies
- Drive student shuttles on a daily basis (typically a 15-passenger vehicle)
- Represent Nashville Ballet in a positive and professional manner throughout term of employment, including off hours
General Responsibilities:
- Accept responsibility and act as a parental figure for all students
- Monitor safety and well-being of students
- Facilitate fun, safe, age-appropriate activities for students in the Nashville community, residential apartments, campus area, and on field trips
- Organize distribution of keys, the check-in and check-out process, and meals on campus
- Enforce SNB and Belmont University rules and regulations including curfew
- Check students in and out of lodging based on established rules and regulations
- Formulate spreadsheets for student arrivals and departures and daily check-in/out
- Provide transportation as needed to airport, daily trips to and from studios as needed, medical appointments, and bi-weekly store runs utilizing a Nashville Ballet vehicle when assigned
- Facilitate events and transportation for weekend outings; accompany students to meals and on weekend outings to ensure student safety and to oversee logistical details
- Report to the Head Chaperone and the School Manager any issues that occur at the dorms or on field trips and provide ongoing updates as necessary.
- Attend any and all required meetings leading up to and during the Summer Intensive (staff, school, etc.)
- Interface with all departments of the organization on a regular basis to increase the knowledge of daily life for the Summer Intensive students.
- Ensure students keep apartments in a clean and orderly fashion
- Transport and chaperone students during physician appointments and urgent care visits in the event of minor illness or injury
- Participate in a Summer Intensive wrap-up meeting to brainstorm ideas that will help to improve the over-all experience for attendees
Work Hours:
Chaperone hours include mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Students will be in class from approximately 9am – 5pm on weekdays and 10am – 1pm on Saturdays, during which times general chaperones will rotate either being on-duty or being on-call for emergencies. Chaperones who are not scheduled to be on-duty or on-call may consider these hours their free time and may go off-site, providing they stay within the Nashville area.
Important Dates (you must be available for all):
June 5-8 – Chaperone move-in and orientation, schedule TBA
June 11 – Sessions I & II student move-in
June 12 – First day of classes for sessions I & II
July 20 – End of program and student move-out
July 21 – Head Chaperone and General Chaperone move-out
Work Requirements and Qualifications
- Age /Education: 18 years of age and a high school diploma.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational, written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide leadership and manage
- Ability to make decisions and solve problems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience: All chaperones must have experience with leadership and/or working with youth and young adults ages 11 – 22. Individuals with experience in child development, social work, recreational sports programs, nonprofit programs, conflict resolution, and education are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Ability to be a leader as well as a team player
- Conflict resolution skills and the ability to mediate as situations arise
- Good judgment skills and the ability to respond well in disciplinary and emergency situations
- First Aid and CPR certification is required. Online training will not be accepted.
- Equipment: operate a 15-passenger van; utilize Microsoft Office suite programs, standard office equipment including computer and software, phone, copier, etc.
- Background check: all candidates must pass a criminal background check.
- Driver’s License: all candidates must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- Dance experience is not required.
Compensation: $250 per week in addition to meals, room and board. Salary commensurate with experience. In addition, chaperones may take School of Nashville Ballet Community Division classes free of charge.
Company Philosophy: All employees are expected to promote and advocate for Nashville Ballet and its mission both inside and outside the organization. Likewise, they are expected to support the following Enduring Values.
- We believe in the transforming power of art.
- We inspire appreciation for the art of ballet.
- We strive for excellence with integrity in all we do.
- We respect one another and the art form.
To Apply: To be considered for the position, please email the items below in one PDF-formatted file with your name as the filename, i.e. JohnSmith.pdf, to summer@nashvilleballet.com. Include “General Chaperone” as the email’s subject line.
1. A substantive cover letter including the following information: where you found the position listed, your interest in the position and the organization, the date you are available to start, and contact information for two professional references.
2. A resumé no longer than 2 pages outlining your educational and professional experience.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No calls please.
Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review our website at www.nashvilleballet.com prior to submitting materials for consideration. Thank you!
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are a non-exhaustive list of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle, feel, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms above the shoulder. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current job, we may require that other, or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
Internships at Nashville Ballet
Are you a student excited about exploring a career in the arts? Do you have an interest in ballet, dance, and classical music? Nashville Ballet’s internship program will provide a comprehensive look at the inner workings of the largest ballet company in Tennessee!
We offer internships in the following areas:
- Arts Administration
- Development & Special Events (download more details and project examples)
- Community Engagement
- Marketing & Public Relations
As an intern at Nashville Ballet, you will be integrated into the department you choose, gain valuable experience, and learn across department lines. Our staff strives to provide an experience that complements your educational experience and challenges you professionally and personally. If you have a team-oriented mindset and the initiative to take a project and run with it, we would like to hear from you!
All internships are unpaid positions, though staff will work individually with students to meet and document requirements for academic credit. Internship positions may be available throughout spring semester, fall semester, or summer. Housing is not included in the internship.
To be considered for the position, please email the items detailed below with your name as the file name to careers@nashvilleballet.com. Include “Internship Opportunity” as the email’s subject line.
- Cover letter indicating your preferred area of interest, your interest and/or background for working in the arts and the term for which you are applying (summer, fall, spring)
- One-page résumé including present and permanent addresses, education, and work experience
Incomplete submissions will not be considered, nor will submissions sent via postal mail or fax. No phone calls, please. You may be asked to submit additional information such as references, recommendation letters or writing samples, depending on your area of interest.