Artistic Operations Manager

Overview

Posted:
Feb 19, 2026

Artistic Operations Manager

Choral Arts Society of Washington - Washington, DC

Full-time
• Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually
• Final date to receive applications:
Mar 13, 2026

About The Choral Arts Society Of Washington

The Choral Arts Society of Washington (Choral Arts) is a Grammy Award–winning symphonic chorus dedicated to reawakening the human capacity for awe through the power of choral music. Founded in 1965 and now led by Artistic Director Marie Bucoy-Calavan, Choral Arts is celebrated for its world-class sound, cultural diplomacy, and community-building both at home and abroad. Based in Washington, DC, the 130-voice Symphonic Chorus regularly performs with the National Symphony Orchestra, including the annual PBS broadcast of A Capitol Fourth, and has appeared with leading ensembles such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, London Symphony Orchestra, and The Philadelphia Orchestra.

Through international tours, embassy partnerships, and collaborations with composers, musicians, and cultural institutions worldwide, Choral Arts continues to unite audiences and transcend boundaries with the transformative power of the human voice.

Position Summary

Choral Arts seeks a highly detail-oriented and organized Artistic Operations Manager to join our dedicated team. This trusted artistic and production partner will collaborate closely with the Artistic Director, Chorus Manager, administrative staff, and key partners across the region to produce Choral Arts’ annual performance season, including rehearsals, performances, and events. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-focused, and highly organized professional with proven success in producing large-scale classical performances, preferably with experience working with symphonic choruses.

The Artistic Operations Manager plays a crucial role in the smooth execution of artistic projects and productions within our organization, aligning with Choral Arts’ mission and objectives. Responsible for a wide range of tasks, from managing logistics to facilitating collaborations, ensuring that our performances run efficiently and without issues. This is an exciting chance to make a direct impact on one of Washington, DC’s leading choral organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Artistic Operations & Production Management:
  Serve as lead production manager for all performances, rehearsals, tours, recordings, commissions, and special artistic projects.
• Collaborate with the Artistic Director to develop and maintain rehearsal, production, and performance schedules aligned with artistic vision and organizational goals.
• Run and facilitate production meetings to coordinate logistics, communicate expectations, and proactively resolve challenges.
• Prepare detailed stage plots, lighting schematics, and technical documentation to ensure efficient and effective use of performance spaces.
• Execute backstage and production cues during rehearsals and performances to ensure seamless transitions and adherence to artistic direction.

• Stage Management & Logistics:
  Oversee all aspects of stage management, including personnel coordination, performer placement, movement, and technical execution.
• Coordinate rehearsal and performance logistics in collaboration with the Artistic Director and Chorus Manager to ensure adequate coverage and smooth operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with venues, managing bookings, contracts, insurance requirements, security coordination, and on-site logistics.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with artists, vendors, venues, and production partners.
• Coordinate instrument, equipment, and production rentals as required.

• Artist, Orchestra & Guest Management:
  Facilitate all logistics for guest artists and ensembles, including contracts, payments, travel, accommodations, and hospitality.
• Hire orchestra musicians and instrumentalists, working with orchestra contractors when required, and liaise with contractors to obtain concert cost estimates.
• Under the direction of the Artistic Director and Chorus Manager, ensure the operational needs of all performing ensembles are met, including:
  • Rehearsal space coordination
  • Roster and personnel management
  • Volunteer…