An Operations Manager manages operations for a specific area within a company or organization. Supervises staff, oversees quality control, process improvement, and budget management for daily work activities. Has significant authority within their area of responsibility such as hiring, training, and managing staff.
Concert Tour Operations Manager Classical Movements - 3.0 Alexandria, VA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Foreign language proficiency Teamwork Microsoft Outlook Project planning Bachelor's degree Vendor relationship management Organizational skills Tour planning Project leadership Full Job Description Classical Movements is the premier concert tour company for the world's great orchestras and choirs, creating meaningful cultural experiences through concert tours in 147 countries. An industry leader since 1992, we understand both the travel and the performance needs of professional symphony orchestras and choruses, as well as conservatory, university and youth ensembles.
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Young Artists Music Festival offers aspiring operatic and orchestral professionals the opportunity to perform in some of Europe's most historic venues. In addition, we have commissioned over 100 works from Grammy, Oscar, Pulitzer and MacArthur-winning composers. We are constantly taking on new and exciting projects. We are a fun, interesting, and dynamic company and we would love for you to join our team. Position Overview Classical Movements Operations Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of assigned client tours, typically six tours per season. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and requires strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and the ability to collaborate closely with company leadership to ensure successful tours and exceptional client service. The ability to communicate in multiple languages is an asset. Key Responsibilities Act as point person with end-to-end accountability for all aspects of domestic and international group concert tours, including the planning, implementation and management of itineraries, budgets, air arrangements, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, sightseeing, instruments, cargo, entry and exit requirements, travel insurance, tour directors and guides, concerts and promotion, workshops and masterclasses, outreach, and other services. Provide strong project management with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively both internally and externally. Work across time zones as needed to coordinate with contacts around the world (some early starts/late evenings or weekends may be required). Identify creative solutions to find cost-saving opportunities while adapting to ever-changing business needs, policies and laws. Effectively manage external vendors while establishing collaborative relationships. Travel as required, varies from year to year but could be several trips with clients of 8 to 20 days each (most tours are 1-2 weeks).
Desired Qualifications:
Experience arranging group concert tours. Demonstrated financial/budget proficiency. Proven ability to act independently and be resourceful in approach to problem solving. Strong communications, negotiation and influencing skills; ability to lead to desired outcomes. Must be well organized and experienced in use of all office systems and software, with a preference for skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Apollo. Ability to travel by airplane, boat, rail and/or car on concert tour when required. Passion and knowledge of classical music and travel. Reside in the Alexandria, VA area. Authorization to work in the United States. Flexibility to travel with clients as assigned. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated skills in additional languages besides English. Bachelor's degree. 5 years of experience in project management, travel industry, and/or music industry.
Pay:
$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off
