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Beth Morrison Projects (BMP), a leading innovator in opera-theatre and music theatre, seeks a full-time Development & Management Assistant to join its team.

Core Responsibilities: The Development & Management Assistant reports to BMP’s Senior Development Manager, under the supervision of the Managing Director, and working closely with the President & Creative Producer. The Development & Management Assistant acts as the “right-hand human” for Beth Morrison while also supporting the work of BMP’s Development department.

Key responsibilities include:

Executive and Administrative Support:

• Work with the President/Creative Producer to structure and prioritize her time and manage her calendar, including fielding requests for, scheduling and confirming meetings, and prioritizing conflicting schedule demands.

• Provide “daily briefing” and task list that manages the President/Creative Producer’s internal and external communications. This includes ensuring that she is supported with all necessary information, and that staff, artists, donors, and other stakeholders receive timely responses.

• Schedule and attend meetings, take notes, compile next steps, and help ensure progress on those steps for the President/Creative Producer.

• Draft external emails on behalf of President/Creative Producer.

• Conduct field research for surrounding travel and artistic shows for the President and Creative Producer to attend.

• Light office management support

Development and Governance Support:

• Review and maintain donor records in fundraising database and enter tasks, solicitations, and contact reports on behalf of BMP senior staff.

• Enter all gifts, pledges, and other key information into BMP’s fundraising database and act as key liaison between BMP’s Development and Finance departments, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records across various systems.

• Prepare agendas, take notes, and track action items in both internal- and external-facing meetings.

• Support BMP’s Managing Director in preparing and compiling materials for Board and committee meetings; schedule, take notes, and draft meeting minutes/summaries for Board and board committee meetings.

• Manage regular communication with the Board, including event reminders and general organizational updates/newsletter.

• Maintain a robust grant calendar, communicating regularly with the grant writer, development manager, and external partners when applicable.

• Send official gift acknowledgments to donors in a professional and timely manner.

• Assist the Senior Development Manager with event logistics and execution as needed.

BMP operates on a hybrid model. As this position will require in-person work with BMP’s President & Creative Producer and other BMP staff members, as well as occasional on-site work in BMP’s Brooklyn office, the Development and Management Assistant must be based in (or willing to relocate to) the greater New York City area. Some travel may be required as part of this role.

Qualifications:

The Development and Management Assistant role is an entry-level/early career position, and BMP is committed to the training, development, and future career development of the person hired into this role. To succeed in this role, the following basic core competencies are expected:

• Passion for the Performing Arts: A deep commitment to opera, music, and/or theater; alignment with BMP’s mission to foster innovation in the opera field

• Organizational Skills/Attention to Detail: Able to keep track of multiple different tasks, timelines, and responsibilities; a commitment to ensuring every piece of information is documented in detail.

• Written and Verbal Communication Skills: The ability to convey information comprehensively and clearly; strong writing skills.

• Project Management/Problem Solving Skills: The ability to think critically about what needs to be done and how to do it; keeping track and following through on next steps.

A commitment to upholding BMP's values in all interactions with colleagues and community members.

• Trustworthiness & Maturity: The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office is required.

While not required or expected, the following skills would be an asset for the Development and Management Assistant:

• Experience or interest in opera and new music, and an ability to read music

• Experience with CRM systems or donor databases.

• Previous experience in the performing arts, especially in a role that involved working with artists or creatives

• Previous experience providing administrative supporting to a leader or executive

Compensation:

The Development and Management Assistant is a full-time, non-exempt position with a salary of $50,000. All full-time employees at BMP receive contributions to health insurance premiums; BMP offers retirement contributions to employees after one year of tenure. BMP’s standard office hours are 10:30 AM-6:00 PM, Monday-Friday; however, some evening and weekend work is expected for this role. As a non-exempt employee, the DMA will receive overtime compensation for any weeks with over 40 hours of work.

Application and Interview Process:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter that speaks to your interest in/qualifications for the role via our online application portal by Friday, August 14 at 5 PM EST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications.

On our stages, BMP is committed to amplifying a diverse array of voices. To do this effectively and ethically, we believe our staff needs to reflect the identities of the artists we support. We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates whose identities are systematically underrepresented in the performing arts.

The interview process for this position with consist of:

• 30-minute first-round interviews with BMP’s Senior Development Manager.

• Final interviews with the President/Creative Producer and Managing Director via Zoom or in-person

• Ideal start date September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible

About Beth Morrison Projects:

Beth Morrison Projects (BMP) is one of the foremost creators and producers of new opera-theatre and music theatre, with a fierce commitment to leading the industry into the future, cultivating a new generation of talent, and telling the stories of our time. BMP identifies emerging and established composers who experiment, innovate, and take artistic risks to evolve opera-theatre and music-theatre into the future. With a focus on the cultivation of the next generation and diversification, BMP serves as a launching pad for the future artistic leaders in the field. Through the commissioning, development, production, and touring of new works, BMP aims to expose audiences around the world to relevant contemporary American chamber opera and music-theatre works of the highest caliber.

Founded by “contemporary opera mastermind” (LA Times) Beth Morrison, who was honored as one of Musical America’s Artists of the Year/Agents of Change in 2020, BMP has grown into “a driving force behind America’s thriving opera scene” (Financial Times), with Opera News declaring that the company, “more than any other… has helped propel the art form into the twenty-first century.”

Operating across the US and internationally, with offices in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, BMP’s unique model offers living composers the support, guidance, and freedom to experiment, allowing them to create singularly innovative and impactful projects. Since forming in 2006, the company has commissioned, developed, produced and toured over 50 works in 14 countries around the world, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning chamber operas Angel’s Bone and p ri s m .

In 2013, BMP co-founded the PROTOTYPE Festival with HERE Arts Center, which has been called “utterly essential” (The New York Times), “indispensable” (The New Yorker), and “one of the world’s top festivals of contemporary opera and theater” (Associated Press).

BMP’s Mission:

BMP strives to be a leading innovator in the creation of a contemporary canon for opera-theatre and music-theatre to ensure a relevant and equitable artistic landscape for artists and audiences. BMP invests in emerging, established, and historically-marginalized living composers and their collaborators, giving them the time, space, and resources they need to take risks and make work of the highest caliber. By developing, producing, touring, and presenting this new American canon, BMP endeavors to have a national and international impact and evolve the field.

Our Values:

• Center art and artists: Our artists and their work are the driving force behind the impact BMP makes, and therefore are the focus of our efforts, advocacy, and decision-making. We commit to empowering artists at all stages of their careers by giving them the resources, support, and home for experimentation that they need to realize their full vision.

• Focus on the future: Through our thoughtful cultivation of ground-breaking work and the next generation of artists, audiences, and producers, we contribute to the evolution of our culture.

• Foster equity: Creating a platform for women and other historically marginalized voices in our field is necessary to ensure a canon that can speak to all audiences, now and in the future.

• Cultivate a community: By connecting forward-thinking artists, producers, administrators, patrons, and audiences, BMP can build a movement to create lasting change in the industry.

• Act with respect and integrity: Upholding an environment of trustworthiness, curiosity, care, and responsibility which is necessary for creativity to flourish.

Beth Morrison Projects, a leading innovator in opera-theatre and music theatre, seeks a full-time associate producer to join its team. Associate Producers (APs) act as project managers and primary points of communication for a portfolio of BMP productions in development, in production, and on tour. An AP typically manages 6-8 projects through 3-4 years of development before they premiere. By managing the various details, workflows, people, and priorities necessary to bring a production from idea to premiere, APs ensure that BMP artists can do their best work and see their creations come to life.

Core Responsibilities:

Reporting to BMP’s Director of Production and working closely with the full BMP producing team, the AP’s responsibilities include:

• Production & Performance Coordination: Ensure that BMP productions and works in development progress on schedule by serving as the point person for all production administration, including casting & production team hiring and onboarding, artistic meeting scheduling and note-taking, and workshop, rehearsal, and production calendar development and logistics.

• Internal & External Communication: Serve as the nexus of communication with BMP’s producing and general management teams, as well as partner organizations’ artistic, production, and administrative staff, ensuring shared understanding of information, expectations, and next steps.

• Artist Liaison & Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for collaborating artists to foster a positive and meaningful creative partnership with BMP by ensuring they are fully informed, engaged, and supported in their work.

• Tour & Travel Management: Plan, confirm, and book all travel and housing for BMP staff and artists when working away from home, and provide on-site support for BMP workshops and touring engagements.

• General Artistic Administration: Maintain all BMP artistic records, documents, and databases, and coordinate other production or administrative tasks as needed in support of BMP’s production team.

BMP operates on a hybrid model, with at least two days in BMP’s Brooklyn office each week. The AP may also work onsite in BMP rehearsal and performance spaces across the greater NYC area. As such, the AP must be based in the greater New York City area or willing to relocate. This role is also expected to travel nationally and internationally with BMP productions. BMP will provide transportation, housing, and per diem for any necessary travel.

Qualifications:

The AP role is an early-career position, and BMP is committed to the training, development, and future career development of the person hired into this role. To succeed in this role, the following basic core competencies are expected:

• Interest & Experience in Performing Arts: Excitement and passion for the performing arts, and passion for BMP’s mission to foster innovation in the field, and a desire to create a supportive environment for artists; prior experience working in the performing arts in a professional or academic environment. An ability to read sheet music is strongly preferred.

• Organizational & Project Management Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to track and manage complex logistics, schedules, and documentation; the ability to keep projects moving forward by tracking different workflows and deadlines, identifying necessary action steps, and manage collaborations between team members.

• Initiative & Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to notice and flag issues or complications as they arise, and help brainstorm ways to address those issues; an ability to prioritize independently and collaboratively to address immediate, medium-term, and long-term needs.

• Communication Skills: The ability to convey information clearly, professionally, and transparently, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of stakeholders; the ability to successfully adapt communications to various personalities, styles, and preferences.

• A valid driver’s license.

While not required or expected, the following skills would be an asset for the AP:

• 1-3 years of professional experience in artistic producing, arts administration, production, tour management, or stage management; experience working directly with professional artists a plus.

• Specific interest or experience in contemporary opera, new music, or other experimental/avant-garde theater/performance.

• Knowledge of or experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and justice principles; experience integrating anti-oppression concepts into an artistic process a plus.

• Experience tracking expenses/managing a budget.

• Experience with Dropbox (or other cloud storage/file hosting software), Trello (or other project management tools), and/or Airtable (or other cloud-based database).

Compensation & Benefits:

The AP role is a full-time, non-exempt position with a salary range of $53,000-$56,000. All full-time employees at BMP receive contributions to health insurance premiums, as well as access to a retirement plan after 1 year of service. BMP’s standard office hours are 10:30 AM-6:00 PM, Monday-Friday, with all employees expected to work in-office two days per week; however, some evening and weekend work is required for this role. As a non-exempt employee, the AP will be paid overtime for any work exceeding 40 hours a week. Some overtime, especially during production weeks, is expected in this position.

Application & Interview Process:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter that speaks to your interest in/qualifications for the role via our online application portal by Tuesday, January 21 at 10:00AM ET. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications.

On our stages, BMP is committed to amplifying a diverse array of voices. To do this effectively and ethically, we believe our staff needs to reflect the identities of the artists we support. We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates whose identities are systematically underrepresented in the performing arts.

The interview process for this position will consist of:

• 30-minute first-round interviews with the Director of Production between September 18-21, via Zoom.

• 30-minute second-round interview with Director of Production and other BMP Producing staff between September 22-24, via Zoom.

• 45 minute final interviews with Director of Production, Managing Director, and Artistic Director on September 28-29, in person.

• Ideal start date of October 1.

About Beth Morrison Projects:

Beth Morrison Projects (BMP) is one of the foremost creators and producers of new opera-theatre and music theatre, with a fierce commitment to leading the industry into the future, cultivating a new generation of talent, and telling the stories of our time. BMP identifies emerging and established composers who experiment, innovate, and take artistic risks to evolve opera-theatre and music-theatre into the future. With a focus on the cultivation of the next generation and diversification, BMP serves as a launching pad for the future artistic leaders in the field. Through the commissioning, development, production, and touring of new works, BMP aims to expose audiences around the world to relevant contemporary American chamber opera and music-theatre works of the highest caliber.

Founded by “contemporary opera mastermind” (LA Times) Beth Morrison, who was honored as one of Musical America’s Artists of the Year/Agents of Change in 2020, BMP has grown into “a driving force behind America’s thriving opera scene” (Financial Times), with Opera News declaring that the company, “more than any other… has helped propel the art form into the twenty-first century.”

Operating across the US and internationally, with offices in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, BMP’s unique model offers living composers the support, guidance, and freedom to experiment, allowing them to create singularly innovative and impactful projects. Since forming in 2006, the company has commissioned, developed, produced and toured over 50 works in 14 countries around the world, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning chamber operas Angel’s Bone and p r i s m.

In 2013, BMP co-founded the PROTOTYPE Festival with HERE Arts Center, which has been called “utterly essential” (The New York Times), “indispensable” (The New Yorker), and “one of the world’s top festivals of contemporary opera and theater” (Associated Press).

PROTOTYPE the annual festival of global opera-theatre and music-theatre works produced by Beth Morrison Projects, is seeking paid interns to assist in all areas of the world-renowned festival. Interns will support both artistic and administrative operations, gaining valuable experience in producing and arts administration.

Internship Duration: January 3 — 24, 2027 (with potential hours in December)

Core Responsibilities: Interns will be assigned to one or more of the following teams: Producing/Company Management, Production, Marketing, Development, or Touring. Duties may include:

• Attending technical rehearsals, load-ins, and strikes

• Handling front of house and company management/artist relations

• Supporting cultivation events, box office, and front-of-house roles (ushering, etc.)

• Assisting with administrative tasks (errands, paperwork, receipt management)

Specific Roles:

Want to gain skills around the overall organizing and backbone of a production? Consider applying for the Producing/Company Management/General Management Intern positions:

• Assist in creating daily schedules and supporting administrative tasks

• Attend rehearsals, load-ins, and strikes

• Help prepare artist welcome packets and gifts

• Support box office and ushering duties during the performances

Want to gain skills around the technical side of a production? Consider applying for the Production Intern position:

• Provide hands-on support during rehearsals, load-ins, strikes, and productions

• Ideal for aspiring stage managers, designers, and technicians

Want to learn how to get the word out and promote ideas about a new performance and festival? Consider applying for the Marketing Intern position:

• Assist with social media content creation and copywriting

• Capture behind-the-scenes content

• Knowledge of Photoshop is a plus; Canva is required

Want to learn about how to raise money and execute special donor facing events? Consider applying for the Development/Fundraising Intern:

• Support administrative tasks related to charitable giving

• Greet donors and assist with front of house, ticketing, and donor event setup

Internships are tailored to individual interests and strengths based on availability and experience.

Qualifications:

• Current students, recent graduates, or early-career professionals

• Background in performing arts and an interest in arts administration

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills

• Positive, professional attitude and comfort working with the public

• Additional skills (optional but beneficial): interest in opera or music-theatre, backstage experience, familiarity with marketing/social media, or fundraising

Schedule & Compensation:

• Duration: January 3 — 24, 2027 (with potential December dates)

• Full availability and flexibility required during the 22 day period

• In-person work at theater spaces and the PROTOTYPE office in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, with some virtual work

• Compensation: $17.00/hour for 30-40 hours/week plus a travel stipend for OMNY covering three weeks of the festival

Application Process: Submit a resume and cover letter (as a single PDF) detailing your interest and qualifications via our online application portal by Friday, September 18th at 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged. Selected applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview with PROTOTYPE’s Associate Producer.

Commitment to Diversity: At PROTOTYPE, we amplify diverse voices and believe our staff should reflect the identities of the artists we support. We strive to create an inclusive, respectful workplace and encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented communities in the performing arts. PROTOTYPE is an equal-opportunity employer.

Our Values:

• Center art and artists: Our artists and their work are the driving force behind the impact BMP makes, and therefore are the focus of our efforts, advocacy, and decision-making. We commit to empowering artists at all stages of their careers by giving them the resources, support, and home for experimentation that they need to realize their full vision.

• Focus on the future: Through our thoughtful cultivation of ground-breaking work and the next generation of artists, audiences, and producers, we contribute to the evolution of our culture.

• Foster equity: Creating a platform for women and other historically marginalized voices in our field is necessary to ensure a canon that can speak to all audiences, now and in the future.

• Cultivate a community: By connecting forward-thinking artists, producers, administrators, patrons, and audiences, BMP can build a movement to create lasting change in the industry.

• Act with respect and integrity: Upholding an environment of trustworthiness, curiosity, care, and responsibility which is necessary for creativity to flourish.

About the Festival: PROTOTYPE is produced by Beth Morrison Projects, a trailblazer in the creation and presentation of contemporary, multidisciplinary opera-theatre and music-theatre works. The visionary festival is the only one of its kind in New York City and has become a model emulated across the country—producing and presenting a wide spectrum of works, from intimate black-box experiences to larger chamber opera productions, and valuing artistic, curatorial, and producorial risk-taking.

PROTOTYPE was co-founded in 2013 by Beth Morrison Projects and HERE under the leadership of Beth Morrison, Kim Whitener, and Kristin Marting, and returns for its fourteenth iteration from January 12—24, 2027.

If you are interested in pitching completed work to the PROTOTYPE Festival, please fill out this form.