Ballet Arizona is the Southwest’s premiere Ballet company offering classical and contemporary ballet performances and is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new innovative works.
The Company includes a corps of 28 dancers, under the artistic direction of Ib Andersen. A year-round staff of over 20 provides administrative, production, marketing, communication, and developmental support.
Ballet Arizona’s team environment thrives on placing qualified and dedicated personnel into each team position. We welcome general inquiries and/or submission of resumes. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Ballet Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Ballet does not discriminate against employees, patrons, program beneficiaries, or the general public based upon any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including based on upon race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Ballet Arizona
Current listings for Company staff employment opportunities are listed below, with detailed job descriptions and application procedures when appropriate.
Director of Marketing
Job Title: Director of Marketing
Supervisor: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Classification: Full-Time
Salary: $90,000-100,000
Summary:
This position advances the mission of Ballet Arizona and the School of Ballet Arizona by developing and executing marketing strategies that maximize earned revenue, build customer loyalty, and establish a strong brand position for the organization in the community. The Director of Marketing is a data-driven professional, savvy with both digital, social and traditional media, who continually evaluates methods and channels to achieve a strong return on investment and a high level of community awareness. This leader works closely and collaboratively with the Director of Development to establish a patron-centric culture that takes a holistic approach toward customer relationships. The incumbent will report to the Executive Director to work collaboratively with the Artistic Director, School Director and other members of the senior management team, using emotional intelligence to build effective relationship and achieve results.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develops, supervises and oversees all marketing plans and box office activity in support of the professional company, school, development department and community engagement department.
- Directs all aspects of marketing plan execution, including subscription and single ticket sales, digital and traditional advertising, direct marketing, social media, public relations, group sales, telemarketing, and website design and maintenance.
- Develops, implements and supervises annual department budget, long-range financial projections and strategic planning.
- Oversees content creation and production of print/digital communications, including advertising, performance programs, newsletters, e-mail communications, brochures and direct mail collateral.
- Manages social media strategy, curating compelling organic content and ensuring daily engagement on all platforms.
- Directs the box office manager and team to provide a high level of customer service that minimizes friction in the purchase path and fulfillment.
- Works collaboratively with the Director of Development to maximize earned and contributed revenue.
- Provides strong leadership to ensure department is meeting earned revenue goals. Communicates expectations to staff and effectively deliver timely, specific and objective feedback.
- Participates in executive staff team activities and models exemplary executive behavior throughout the organization.
- Works closely with the Board and all departments to achieve organizational goals.
- Serves as an advocate for the company throughout the organization, in the community, and throughout the larger community.
- Performs other duties as required.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years working in strategic marketing roles with demonstrated, measurable effectiveness in marketing and public relations.
- Minimum of five years of experience in successfully supervising, mentoring, and coaching a team of marketing professionals.
- Ability to develop, execute and evaluate marketing campaigns that integrate digital and traditional marketing elements, including PPC, SEO, social media, website, direct mail, email, broadcast, print and outbound calling.
- Experience using and managing CRM systems to capture customer data for use and integration across multiple platforms.
- Ability to analyze and use data to support decision making and strategy development.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects, competing demands, and changing priorities.
- Outstanding interpersonal and oral communication skills and an ability to work cooperatively with a broad range of individuals to achieve goals and solve problems.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and think strategically.
- Experience working with board members, media, and high-level stakeholders.
Reporting to this Position: School Marketing Manager, Marketing Specialist, Marketing Coordinator, Box Office Manager, Box Office Coordinator
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information to Human Resources via e-mail to HR@balletaz.org. Please note that NO telephone calls will be accepted.
Events & Operations Manager
Job Title: Events & Operations Manager
Supervisor: Director of Philanthropy
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Classification: Full-Time
Salary: $50,000-60,000
Summary:
The Events & Operations Manager supports the Director of Philanthropy in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Philanthropy Department ensuring that the policies and procedures of the department are implemented using our donor-centric philosophy as a baseline for all activities.
These responsibilities include assisting with managing Ballet Arizona’s donor database, administration of the department’s budget, and oversight of the gift acknowledgment process.
The Events & Operations Manager is responsible for achieving his/her annual fundraising goals through established and new special events. This position also manages all elements of departmental internal, corporate, stewardship, and performance based events both major and minor. The Events & Operations Manager is supported by the Philanthropy & Volunteer Assistant and proactively coordinates his/her efforts with members of the Philanthropy, Marketing, and Finance departments.
Responsibilities Include:
Office Administration
- Oversees the work of the Philanthropy and Volunteer Assistant and the daily operations in the office including gift processing, acknowledgments, new donor welcome packets, and benefits fulfillment.
- Works in conjunction with the Annual Fund Manager to sync the annual fund communications calendar with donor appreciation events and other mass communications.
Fundraising
- Cultivates donors to increase engagement and giving through digital and in-person events
- Annual Gala: Holds primary responsibility for meeting or exceeding the fundraising financial goals of the annual gala, including the planning, budgeting, implementation and evaluation.
- Affinity Groups:
- Ballet Barre: Coordinate any fundraising and planning efforts for this young professionals membership group. Fulfill all benefits associated with membership, as well as increase membership numbers year after year. Plan and implement any special event fundraising associated with the group.
- Contemporary Council: Serve as primary staff responsible for this group of volunteers and support the creation of this new program.
Volunteer Management
- Recruit fundraising volunteers, securing financial contributions in support of our mission, individual donor cultivation, special event implementation and working collaboratively with internal philanthropy staff.
- Recruit, engage, and recognize high-level volunteers for participation in local, competitive fundraising campaigns
- Provide effective orientation, training, and ongoing coaching for recruited volunteers to maximize revenue and volunteer experience.
- Work collaboratively with volunteers and donors as well as internal staff to broaden the volunteer network and increase mission impact and campaign(s) income
Financial
- Manages and tracks all Philanthropy Department expenses and revenues to ensure the department is pacing with the budget.
- Reconciles with Finance.
- Provides expense projections to the Director of Philanthropy.
Database
- Manages donor database which includes ensuring that current contact, biographical, demographic and statistical information is maintained.
- Oversees the standards for gift entry to ensure consistency and proper data hygiene, enforces protocol for data entry to ensure donor data is accurate.
- Compiles and analyzes data as necessary.
Reporting
- Coordinates and distributes daily reports such as financial reports, membership reports, pledge and gift processing reports, and donor reports.
Meeting and Event Coordination
- Oversees all Ballet Arizona Philanthropy cultivation, stewardship, and special events including (but not limited to):
- Prima Circle and Corps de Ballet breakfasts, lunches, dinners and other events
- Corporate events
- Events in private homes or other locations
- Prima Circle and other receptions at Symphony Hall, Orpheum Theatre, Dorrance Theatre and other locations where Ballet Arizona is performing
- Other events including but not limited to Party recognition and, holiday parties,
- Manage event logistics – digitally and in-person
- Organize local donor cultivation events and prospect high-impact donors and volunteers
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in professional fundraising/development or outside sales, management of special event fundraising, sales, marketing and public relations functions
- Demonstrated ability to use interpersonal skills to secure donors and attract, recruit, and manage volunteers and collaborate internally and externally
- Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication, including large and small group presentations, group facilitation and training
- Ability to apply sound judgment in decision making
- Possess problem-solving skills and be solution-oriented
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects
- Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze number goals
- Ability to use social media and other digital channels
- Must have at basic knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets
Reporting to this Position: Philanthropy and Volunteer Assistant
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants can apply at www.balletaz.org or may submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information to Human Resources via e-mail to HR@balletaz.org. Please note that NO telephone calls will be accepted.
Annual Fund Coordinator
Job Title: Annual Fund Coordinator
Supervisor: Annual Fund Manager
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Classification: Full-Time
Salary: $38,000-43,000
Overview:
The candidate will report to the Annual Fund Manager, and work closely with them and the Director of Philanthropy, to meet the organization’s annual individual fundraising goal with a specific focus on donor stewardship and cultivation.
Summary:
- Supports and implements the departmental strategy to expand the number and level of individual donors supporting Ballet Arizona annually, moving them to higher levels of giving and deepening their engagement utilizing multi-platform annual and multi-year campaigns to meet both the organization’s annual fundraising and individual campaign goals.
- In conjunction with the Annual Fund Manager and Director of Philanthropy, administers a comprehensive stewardship program to enhance and build donor relationships.
- Expresses passion for and commitment to Ballet Arizona’s mission and possesses the ability to communicate its objectives enthusiastically and eloquently to donors and patrons.
- Works collaboratively as a member of Ballet Arizona’s Philanthropy department, which includes the Director of Philanthropy, Philanthropy Operations Manager, Corporate & Foundation manager, Annual Fund Manager, Philanthropy Assistant, and one part-time contractor grant-writing consultant.
Primary Responsibilities:
Annual Fund:
- Work collaboratively with Philanthropy department to create and execute on solicitation strategies to secure and expand support of the annual fund.
- Generate bi-monthly renewals for Philanthropy department.
- Coordinate multi-platform stewardship program to engage individual donors throughout the season and generate stewardship report from database.
- Support Annual Fund Manager with annual fund appeals.
- Create and schedule annual fund e-communications.
- Conduct prospect research and screening assessments from patrons in the existing donor database and other tools.
- Support Annual Fund Manager in benefits fulfillment for individual donors.
Database / Database Maintenance
- Work with the Annual Giving Manager to manage the online fundraising systems
- Work closely with departmental leaders on all data selects for mailings
- Serve as the primary liaison within the organization to maintain data in including managing email and mail unsubscribes and contact preferences, and updating donor information
- Collaborate with departmental leaders to streamline data, reporting, and the appeal code system to measure our pipeline of donors at all levels
- Track and manage monthly giving partners and support renewals
- Accurately input, compile and analyze data as necessary
- Update and enter donor activities in database
Other Duties:
- Content coordinator for donor impact report, Turning Pointe
- Support essential functions of Philanthropy department, i.e. events, gift entry, and processing tax acknowledgments as needed.
- Takes responsibility for career development and seeks opportunities to enhance the department and the Foundation’s skills and knowledge.
- Shows initiative to take on additional tasks, duties, and assignments to ensure the department fulfills its responsibilities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- 2 years of development experience.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising database strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience and success in securing gifts from individual donors.
- Experience with gift and pledge processing, prospect research, reporting, and donor acknowledgment, benefits and recognition programs.
- Ability to plan and administer multi-level stewardship program for individual donors.
- Strong written and oral communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, nights, and weekends as needed.
- Familiarity with standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with standard fundraising databases or Sequel
Personal Qualities
- Entrepreneurial
- Energetic
- Goal-oriented
- Collaborative
Reporting to this Position: No Direct Reports
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants can apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume and contact information to Human Resources via e-mail to HR@balletaz.org. Please note that telephone calls will NOT be accepted.
Community Engagement Assistant
Job Title: Community Engagement Assistant
Supervisor: Community Engagement Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Classification: Full-Time
Salary: $30,000-32,000
Summary:
The Community Engagement Assistant is responsible for providing clerical, administrative, and programmatic support. This position works closely with other departments, specifically Marketing and Box Office, in addition to outside agencies for the purpose of research, coordination, general support of programming. Work requires strong communication skills, effective time-management, organizational skills, and a working knowledge of the art of ballet for the purpose of providing dance instruction in traditional and non-traditional dance spaces to individuals of all ages and abilities.
Responsibilities Include:
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Accurately input, compile and analyze data
- Provide support to the Community Engagement Manager in receiving ADA requests and providing accommodations
- Work cross-functionally with Marketing to manage Community Engagement social engagement including writing educational content for the Building Creative Communities newsletter, BAZ Beat, and From the Rosin Box social series
- Assist with invoice submission and processing program payments
- Utilize Tessitura for Ticketing/Reporting functions
- Perform general office/clerical duties including, but not limited to: answering phone and email inquiries; and various project deliverables; update and maintain documentation; enter data into database as required
- Are self-reflective and seek opportunities for continuous learning
- Highly collaborative and thrives in a shared responsibility team environment
- Maintain polite and professional communication
- Other duties as assigned
Program Facilitation/Delivery:
- Assist with events/programs and aid with delivery as needed including preparation, implementation, or teaching, of programs on and off-site under the direction of the Community Engagement Manager
- Serve as a Teaching Artist for DanceAZ
- Have a strong understanding of ballet technique
- Have teaching experience
- Have experience creating choreographic phrases
- Have a confident presence and positive and inclusive classroom management skills
- Understand the developmental needs of children and are capable of tailoring instruction to support different learners
- Are committed to culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices, and to creating classrooms in which every student is seen, valued, and feels that they belong
- Have experience with (or a willingness to learn) lesson planning and designing units of instruction
- Are flexible, and able to adapt to the needs and strengths of different school communities
- Believes that individuals of all ages are dancers and capable of achieving success in and through dance
Position Requirements:
- Working knowledge of Classical Ballet
- Background in dance, experience teaching dance (in public schools or non-traditional settings preferred), or formal education in dance/dance education
- Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance required or be able to obtain one upon being hired
- Proficiency in Spanish a plus
- Experience with Tessitura a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well under limited supervision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Reliable transportation/ability to travel throughout the Greater Phoenix Area
- Must be reliable and punctual
Reporting to this Position: No Direct Reports
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants can apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume and contact information to Human Resources via e-mail to HR@balletaz.org. Please note that telephone calls will NOT be accepted.
Box Office Representative
Job Title: Box Office Representative
Supervisor: Box Office Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Classification: Part-Time
Summary:
Box Office Representatives (PT) provide seasonal telephone and in-person sales of individual tickets and subscription packages, as well as customer service to support professional and student performances for Ballet Arizona.
Representatives will work at the main Box Office location near downtown Phoenix during regular business hours and will also provide in-person ticket sales support at the box office at Symphony Hall, Orpheum Theatre, Dorrance Theatre, and the Desert Botanical Garden on the evenings and weekends of performances.
Essential Duties:
- Receive and process phone, walk-up and mail ticket sales orders from the public
- Give detailed information about performances to provide the best possible customer experience
- Maintain a high-level of service and helpfulness when serving patrons and internal staff
- Stay current on event information
- Work both independently and in a team environment
- Make outbound calls for group sales, subscriptions, and other promotions occurring
Qualifications:
- Experience with Tessitura ticketing preferred
- Must possess strong customer service and sales ability
- Strong communication and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail and good judgment
- Must be comfortable dealing with the public by phone and in person
- Knowledge of ballet or the performing arts is helpful
- Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- A friendly personality and flexible schedule are necessary
- Experience selling tickets a plus
Reporting to this Position: None
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants can apply at www.balletaz.org or may submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information to Human Resources via e-mail to HR@balletaz.org. Please note that NO telephone calls will be accepted.
The School of Ballet Arizona
Current listings for The School of Ballet Arizona staff employment opportunities are listed below, with detailed job descriptions and application procedures when appropriate.
The School of Ballet Arizona is accepting applications for Dance Teachers and Accompanists on a rolling basis. Please send resumes and any other applicable materials to HR@balletaz.org for consideration.
Auditions
Current listings for Company dance auditions are listed below, with detailed descriptions and application procedures when appropriate.
Open Auditions - Company
Auditions for Company (including trainee, apprentice & company)
We are now accepting auditions for the 2023-2024 season. We are looking for Company, Apprentice and Trainee female and male positions.
New York, NY, Open Audition
Date: Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023
Location: The School of American Ballet | 165 W 65th Street, New York, NY 10023
Located on the NW corner of the Lincoln Center Campus between Amsterdam and Broadway. The plaza maybe accessed from an elevator, escalator or staircase located on the north side of W. 65th Street just east of Amsterdam.
Time:
Registration: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Ballet Class: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Audition Fee: $20 Registration at auditions (Cash only)
Phoenix, AZ, Open Audition
Date: Sunday, March 5, 2023
Location: Ballet Arizona | 2835 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Time:
Registration: 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Ballet Class: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Audition Fee: None
Audition Requirements
On the day of the open audition, the company requires a CV/resume, headshot and 2-3 full body photos.
Click here to fill out a registration form in advance.
CV/Resume: Include all performing experience with a Professional Ballet Company, training, height, weight, awards received, visa status, etc.
Photos: Headshot & 2-3 dance photos that reveal the dancer’s body proportions and line
General Information
- Company, Apprentice & Trainee positions have been on a 36 non-consecutive week contract typically running August through beginning of June
- Company & Apprentice positions receive a salary plus benefits (including medical, dental and life insurance, after so many days of employment)
- Applicants must be a U.S. Citizens, or be able to obtain a U.S. visa and work permit
- Trainee positions receive a weekly stipend
- Company, Apprentice & Trainee positions typically range from age 21 and up.
- Studio Company members are selected through the School of Ballet Arizona. Students may audition to be a member of the studio company through the age of 21. For more information, please contact the school@balletaz.org.
Video Auditions
We encourage dancers to attend the open auditions on Sunday, February 19, or Sunday, March 5. If you are unable to attend an open audition, click here to submit your resume, headshot, dance photos, and video link of a classical variation or close up performance footage. We are accepting and reviewing audition materials from now until the Spring. Please note, if Mr. Andersen is considering you for a position you will be required to take Company Class in Phoenix.
Click here to submit a video audition through our Google Form.
Due to the high volume of submissions, you will only be contacted by a representative of Ballet Arizona if Artistic Director Ib Andersen is considering you for a position in the company. A response is not guaranteed.
For questions, please contact Laura Cadieux at lcadieux@balletaz.org. Auditions will only be reviewed from the Google Form Submission.
Open Auditions - Studio Company
Auditions for Studio Company
Auditions for Studio Company have concluded for the 2022-23 Season.
For Studio Company questions, please contact Jasmine Nunn at jnunn@balletaz.org.