The Dallas Opera (TDO) is a world-class performing arts organization based in the Dallas Arts
District in Dallas, TX, renowned for our outstanding mainstage and chamber opera productions.
With a reputation for artistic excellence, innovation, and community impact, TDO plays a vital
role in the cultural landscape of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and the international opera
scene.

This position is full-time, annual, exempt, and reports to the Operations Artistic Administrator
and works closely with the Operations Team. This position is integral to providing
administrative support to the Artistic Operations Administrator and the Company Management
Team.

Responsibilities

Specific duties include administration of Operations Team functions, including but not limited
to:

• Provide administrative support, as requested, to the Operations Production
  Administrator, Company Manager, Associate Company Manager, Chorus Director and
  Head of Music, Music Staff, Super Titles, and the Operations Artistic Administrator in
  artistic development initiatives (e.g. Hart Institute for Women Conductors, Lone Star and
  National Vocal Competitions)
• Assist Company Management by providing additional staffing at chorus rehearsals, all
  major staging rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances.
• Assist the Operations Production Administrator with administrative tasks related to the
  Chorus such as: Rehearsal logs, payroll, attendance tracking, correspondence with
  choristers, and maintaining a relationship with chorus delegates. As well as
  administrative tasks of Music Staff: hiring music staff, offer letters, payroll, scheduling,
  budgeting, and show assignments.
• Create and disseminate notices for all TDO auditions both locally and travelling.
• Assist with Principal Artist, Chorus, Children’s Chorus, Super, Dancer, Actor, Music Staff,
  and Orchestra auditions in collaboration with the appropriate TDO staff.
• Keep detailed records for TDO Artistic Administration including but not limited to
  creating seasonal documentation for archival and future planning purposes, general
  filing/record keeping, and taking minutes at all TDO Operations meetings.
• Work with the Orchestra Personnel Manager and provide administrative support as
  required: seasonal orchestra onboarding (e.g., questionnaire creation and record
  keeping), orchestra auditions (communication with orchestra audition candidates and
  on-site support), and guest conductor evaluation surveys.
• Attends all Operations Team meetings
• Other duties as requested

FotoFest seeks to hire part-time gallery attendants for its nine-week Biennial 2026 exhibitions and events, held between March 7 and May 10, 2026, at Silver Street Studios, The Silos, and Winter Street Studios at Sawyer Yards in Arts District Houston.
Gallery attendants act as front line ambassadors for the organization by greeting and assisting visitors while monitoring the gallery. They also help the Exhibitions department in the production of on-site events and programs held during the FotoFest Biennial 2026. As FotoFest ambassador, we ask that you do not wear headphones, have amplified audio, or stream during your shift. You are welcome to have a book or tablet at the desk, nothing more, please.
Temporary, Part-time, 3 to 4 attendants will be hired
Hours: March 7–22, 2026, 10:45AM–6PM, Daily. Attendants will work 4 to 5 days per week.
Hours: March 25–May 10, 2026, 10:45AM–6PM, Wed–Sun, and as needed for events. Attendants will work 3 to 4 days per week.
Events are typically held on weekdays at 6 PM and on weekends between 12–6 PM. Volunteers should expect shifts starting one hour prior to the event start time and 30 minutes following the event end time to assist with set up and break down. To offer a meaningful shift (4+ hours), events will be worked into the gallery attendant schedule.
Training
Gallery attendants will undergo paid training before the Biennial’s opening on March 7, 2026. Training will include information about the exhibitions and artists, use of the printed Biennial Guide, use of exhibition and data collection equipment, a campus tour, and safety protocol.
Tasks
Attendants will walk through the exhibition during their shifts to check on artwork, tech equipment, and visitors. A pop-up store will be installed at Silver Street Studios to sell Biennial books and shirts; retail experience is a plus. All attendants will report to FotoFest staff.
Tasks include:

• Open and close exhibition spaces, operate and monitor media equipment, circulate through galleries, and orient visitors.
• Greet guests, answer questions, suggest FotoFest Biennial exhibitions and programs, and encourage mailing list sign-up.
• Maintain visitor’s desk, visitor count, guest book, place engagement materials, restock printed guides, and tidy workspace. Clean exhibition vitrines as instructed by staff.
• Manage sales of Biennial merchandise.
• Set up event spaces, arrange seating, audio-visual equipment, and refreshment stations.
  Qualifications
  Gallery attendants should be interested in photography and contemporary art and feel comfortable working with the public. A friendly demeanor and a clean and neat appearance are required. Please do not wear torn or overly faded pants, any garment that could be considered rude, open-toe shoes, hoods, caps, or hats. Attendants will be given three FotoFest Biennial T-shirts. We ask that you wear a Biennial T-shirt during your shift.
  Qualifications include:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Retail experience
• Good work history
• Professional demeanor
• Proven ability to work with a wide range of personalities and people across various generations
• Strong customer service orientation
• High dependability and punctuality
• Able to stand or sit for long periods
  Pay
  The hourly pay for this position is $16.50. This is a contract-based position, you must pay your own self-employment taxes.
  To apply:
  Please submit your cover letter and resume as a PDF or Word file to info@fotofest.org. No phone calls, please. Applicants whose candidacies are under consideration will be contacted.

The AT&T Performing Arts Center is a nonprofit foundation that operates and programs a 10-acre campus comprised of three premier performance venues and a park in downtown Dallas. Audiences enjoy the best and most recent from Broadway; the finest dance companies from across the globe co-presented with TITAS Presents; and top concerts, performers and cutting-edge speakers. Thousands of students explore and more deeply experience the arts through the Center’s education program, Open Stages. The Center also offers free programming for audiences from every part of the community.

Organizational Values:
The Center’s culture is to focus on the values that guide its people's actions. The Center commits to serving as a place of inclusion, diversity, and equity for our staff, artists, community, and beyond. We commit to listening to each other, learning from each other, and taking a stand for what we know is right so that all people feel valued, respected, and safe.

The Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Center’s Core Values are to passionately pursue our mission by being:
Achievement Focused - Committed to the advancement and cultivation of the Performing Arts in Dallas
Community Minded – Actively fostering and participating in meaningful community interactions
Customer Service Driven – Dedicated to the service of internal and external constituents so that all want to return
Flexible – Willing to change to achieve results
The Center’s five resident companies are among the city’s leading arts institutions: Anita N. Martinez, Ballet Folklorico, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, The Dallas Opera, Dallas Theater Center and Texas Ballet Theater. Designed by internationally acclaimed architects, the Center’s campus includes the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House, Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, Annette Strauss Square, and Elaine D. and Charles A. Sammons Park are some of the finest performance venues in the world.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, the Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager supports the execution and day-to-day management of corporate, foundation, and membership relationships. This role plays an important part in advancing prospects through the fundraising cycle, maintaining strong partner engagement, and ensuring timely and accurate stewardship and fulfillment. The position is well-suited for a fundraising professional building experience in corporate and institutional giving. The Manager will manage assigned responsibilities independently within established strategies, processes, and priorities, while collaborating closely with the Director on planning, solicitation strategy, and partner engagement.
Success in this role requires strong organization, responsiveness, sound judgment, consistent follow-through and initiative.

Position Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations to achieve goals, priorities, and direction for corporate and foundation growth, contributing to a $4.3M+ annual corporate and foundation revenue target.
Support the development and management of the Corporate Membership program, including solicitation preparation and execution, renewals, stewardship, and benefit fulfillment, in support of a $200K+ annual goal.
Manage and support the young professionals group, Center Social, and the AT&T Performing Arts Center Auxiliary Board, including
Supporting recruitment, retention, engagement, and program growth for Center Social
Coordinating meetings, communications, and engagement activities for both groups
Supporting stewardship and ongoing engagement of Auxiliary Board members
Assisting with planning and execution of the annual Turn Up The Lights fundraising event, including timelines, logistics, committee coordination, and sponsor fulfillment, in support of a $100K+ fundraising goal
Maintaining clear documentation, timelines, and follow-up related to Center Social and Auxiliary Board activities
Collaborating with internal teams to ensure alignment with Center priorities and partner commitments
Building cross-organizational collaborations with young professional groups within the Arts District and beyond
Identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement, participation, and long-term sustainability of Center Social and Auxiliary Board initiatives
Manage assigned corporate, foundation, and membership partners and prospects following established plans through cultivation, solicitation, renewal, and stewardship.
Support day-to-day management of corporate partnerships, including:
Ticket fulfillment and tracking
On-campus activations
Off-site meetings and activations
Media and marketing deliverables
Interdepartmental and external coordination
Contract tracking and compliance
Assist with generating new leads through research, prospecting, outreach preparation, and networking. Must be comfortable with cold outreach.
Develop and maintain proposal and stewardship materials, including introductory documents, pitch decks, customizable proposal templates, and stewardship reports, using established formats and guidance.
Track partner activity, benefits, and revenue accurately within Tessitura and related database systems.
Support the work of the Director and Development department as a whole, including special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
Attend confidential and high-level meetings when requested and appropriate.
Assist with ancillary activities related to events, meetings, and catering.
Identify opportunities for cross-departmental coordination that support partner engagement and Center priorities.
Maintain required reports, documentation, and tracking in support of departmental planning and forecasting.
Requirements:
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant professional experience.
At least three years of experience working in fundraising or equivalent experience.
Experience & Skills:
Demonstrated success in building relationships with corporate partners and funders.
Excellent verbal, written, budgetary, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal presence with the ability to confidently engage groups, facilitate conversations, and represent the Center in donor- and community-facing settings.
Ability to initiate and build relationships with prospective donors. Must be an effective networker and solicitor.
Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
Highly motivated, proactive, and self-directed, with the ability to take initiative and move work forward independently.
Ability to maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances.
Professional demeanor and attire.
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management. Experience with Tessitura and Kindsight a plus.
Flexible schedule for events. This position will work some nights and weekends.
Salary Description
50,000-55,000