The Singapore Lyric Opera (SLO) is Singapore’s foremost western opera company, renowned for presenting high-quality performances featuring both international and local talents. Established in 1990 to be a part of Singapore’s burgeoning arts scene, SLO nurtures young artists, conducts educational outreach, and collaborates with communities to cultivate a passion for western opera, both for practitioners and audiences. The company is committed to expanding its repertoire, showcasing diverse works while maintaining artistic integrity. SLO stands as a cornerstone in promoting the arts and specifically western opera in Singapore.
Are you passionate about the arts? Do you thrive in multitasking and possess a strong sense of responsibility towards serving the arts? If so, we want you!
Job Responsibilities
General Administrative
- Prepare all agreements/contracts for engaging external vendors/individuals
- Source and manage bookings of suitable rehearsal and performance venues
- Apply for appropriate licences whenever necessary (e.g., Compass, Archival form)
- Ensure completion, updating, and filing of all paperwork and documents
- Regularly update the database for Artists, Conductor, Director, Production Team & Choruses
- Arrange and coordinate meetings as required.
- Organise vocal classes, workshops, and masterclasses as needed.
- Manage and maintain Production Inventory in SLO Storage.
- Source and coordinate flight and accommodation for international talents
- Act as a liaison between SLO and external parties/individuals
- Arrange auditions when necessary
- Perform any other duties as assigned
Production Matters
- Assist the Artistic Director/ Manager in engaging Directors, Conductors, Artists, and Production Team for productions
- Prepare the production budget and scheduling
- Be the main backstage contact during rehearsals and performances
- Facilitate communication between SLO and individuals involved in productions
Outreach & Engagements
- Communicate with the marketing department
- Provide production support during rehearsals and performances.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Training Programmes - Choruses
- Oversee and attend the training sessions of SLO Choruses (Adult, Youth & Children).
- Oversee and attend all choruses’ rehearsals and performances (internal & external).
- Prepare and manage the administrative requirements of the SLO Choruses.
- Serve as the main contact person between SLO and Choruses (including parents of Youth & Children Choruses)
- Arrange for pianists when required
- Collaborate with SLO Chorus Masters to develop schedules
- Prepare music scores for Chorus Masters & Members for rehearsals
- Organise auditions for new members as needed
- Ensure the SLO Chorus Library is updated and catalogued
- Fulfil any other chorus-related duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Join a dynamic team dedicated to managing, organising and executing small to large-scale arts events. If you are eager to learn and keen on making a positive impact on the arts scene, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
- Candidate must possess at least a Diploma in Arts Management, or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years related and current working experience in Singapore
- Must be articulate, with excellent organisational skills, can multi-task & able to prioritise workload
- Good writing and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and must be resourceful
Working hours
- Monday (half day: 9.00am - 1.00pm or 2.00pm - 6.00pm)*
- Tuesday to Friday, 9am - 6pm
- Saturday, 8.30am - 12.30pm*
Should you be expected to work outside the prescribed hours and days, off in lieu will be granted at the discretion of the Management.
*subject to change
