Opera Idaho IncArtistic Administrator
Feb. 2017 - Dec. 2021Boise, Idaho• Created and Direct Young Artist Program
• Review and audition all applicants and submitted materials, processing over 200 applications per season
• Negotiate and write contracts with selected artists
• Manage annual program budget of $65,000
• Coordinate and schedule all program participant activities including releases as necessary
• Coordinate coaching sessions with resident teaching artists, accompanists, and participants
• Coordinate all activities with visiting and local artists - including, but not limited to special performances, marketing events, interviews and coaching sessions
• Program all special performances such as Operatini, Auction of Arias, Black & White Gala, Art Song Recitals, etc.
• Research and select opera for Education Outreach Program
• Create and coordinate all rehearsal schedules for main stage productions and any other performances
• Coordinate all artist travel and housing as needed throughout the year
• Schedule and conduct all auditions for main stage productions