Orchestra Librarian Intern

Job Title: Orchestra Librarian Intern
June 5 – July 26
(Some off-campus, pre-season work will be required as arranged with the Orchestra Librarian)
Job Description (PDF)

The Santa Fe Opera Orchestra Library Intern reports to the Orchestra Librarian. They will work directly with Music Director, Guest Conductors, Orchestra Manager, Orchestra Musicians, music staff, and Music Production Services staff and apprentices.

Qualifications should include:

• a bachelor degree in music or equivalent in experience
• a basic knowledge of foreign language terminology, transpositions, opera and symphonic repertoire
• experience in part marking, including bowings
• an ability to communicate effectively
• a strong attention to detail
• ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy
• a familiarity of music copyright laws

Performs duties including, but not limited to:

• bowings, cuts and other markings using best performance practices
• creating and repairing parts
• page turn corrections
• editing and proofreading of parts
• transpositions or other inserts
• assisting in cataloging sets and scores
• attending all orchestra rehearsals
• completing the required tasks for performance duty as determined by the Orchestra Librarian
• other necessary tasks as required by the Orchestra Librarian or Orchestra Manager

Compensation:

• This is an hourly position, the current rate is $14.03/hour, at a maximum of 40 hours per week. Overtime is paid for any weeks in which hours worked exceed 40.
• Travel allowance to/from Santa Fe (based on location of departure)
• Housing stipend: The opera can locate and provide SHARED housing for you if that is your choice. If you wish to occupy lodgings secured/leased by the Santa Fe opera, your total contribution is 15% of your gross compensation weekly (excluding any overtime) and will be deducted from your compensation.
• Admission to dress rehearsals and performances with company card (subject to seating availability)

The Opera is located 7 miles north of Santa Fe city center (no public transportation available).

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The fundamental job requirements are included, and these are the essential job functions. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The Santa Fe Opera supports employees with its robust safety program, devotion to environmental sustainability and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion while setting the industry standard for stagecraft. The Santa Fe Opera has an industry-wide reputation as an excellent employer, providing rewarding opportunities amid a setting of great natural beauty. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Santa Fe Opera celebrates diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, political affiliation or philosophy. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.