YOUR CAREER AT NASHVILLE BALLET AWAITS!

Nashville Ballet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



Current Openings:

Costume Shop Manager

The Costume Shop Manager's primary focus is to oversee the design, creation, and execution of all costumes for all Company, NB2, and School of Nashville Ballet productions, including, but not limited to, financial planning and oversight, management of the Costume Shop Staff consisting of the Cutter-Draper/Shop Assistant, Wardrobe Supervisor, Shoe Manager as well as the overhire cutters and stitchers. The logistical coordination, and serving as liaison to the artistic staff and dancers is also included. The Costume Shop Manager works closely with the Artistic Director, NB2 Director, School Director, and Director of Production to coordinate all costume needs well in advance of each production for the main Company, NB2, and the School of Nashville Ballet.

Director of Development

As the Director of Development, you’ll lead the charge to grow Nashville Ballet’s revenue, ensuring we continue to innovate, inspire, and connect with our community. This is more than a fundraising role—it’s a chance to advocate for the arts, forge strategic partnerships, and play a pivotal role in shaping Nashville Ballet’s legacy.

INSTITUTIONAL GIVING MANAGER

The Institutional Giving Manager is a core member of the Development team, responsible for managing and growing relationships with corporate and foundation partners. The person in this position works closely with the Director of Development to manage a portfolio of existing and prospective institutional funders and to support a comprehensive strategy to meet revenue goals for institutional gifts. While much of the fundraising responsibilities are managed autonomously, the Institutional Giving Manager’s success hinges on their inclination to collaborate with the entire Development team as well as other departments. 

Marketing Coordinator

The Marketing Coordinator is a key member of the Sales & Marketing team, responsible for School of Nashville Ballet marketing and promotional efforts including but not limited to social media & email marketing, paid advertising, and other grassroots efforts. Additionally, this position will play a critical role with ticket sales and communications efforts around Company or NB2 performances through email marketing, and other special projects as they arise.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

The School Administrative Manager is a pivotal role supporting the operational and customer service needs of School of Nashville Ballet and its associated programs. This role involves comprehensive administrative duties, front desk management during school hours, and active participation in school events, ensuring a seamless experience for students, parents, and faculty.

VOLUNTEERS FOR ADAPTIVE DANCE PROGRAM

This is a volunteer position with Adaptive Dance classes, School of Nashville Ballet's inclusive dance program.  Students' disabilities in the past have included: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down Syndrome, developmental coordination disorders, Cerebral Palsy, brain injuries, Intellectual Disabilities, and genetic disorders.

FULL-TIME FACULTY (ACADEMY)

The Full-Time Faculty’s focus is to educate all levels of students within the School of Nashville ballet with skillful knowledge of technique and artistry, propelling students to high levels of artistry while cultivating their fullest potential. They work closely with the artistic faculty and the School Director to promote and maintain the training at the level of artistic excellence established by Nashville Ballet’s Artistic Director.

Part-time SCHOOL ASSOCIATE

The School of Nashville Ballet seeks an enthusiastic customer service-oriented professional who enjoys engaging with parents and students in a fast-paced team environment. The School Associate will report to the School Operations Manager, with day to day school operations supervised by the School Registrar to ensure accurate and timely entry of information into Mindbody Online, the school’s primary software. This position requires a high level of customer service, including extensive written and verbal communication with prospective and current students and their parents, along with the ability to manage multiple projects and maintain a positive solutions-oriented attitude.

Part-time Faculty (Children’s)

The position of part-time faculty member will focus on implementing the artistic vision and curriculum standards set forth by the Academy Principal and/or the Children’s Program Coordinator. The primary duties will consist of teaching and developing the students of School of Nashville Ballet. In addition, the part-time faculty member will be expected to uphold Nashville Ballet’s reputation for artistic excellence and make regular and active contributions to a creative and enthusiastic working environment.

Our Mission: We create, perform, teach and promote dance as an essential and inspiring element of our community.

Our Enduring Values:

  • We believe in the transformative power of art.

  • We inspire appreciation for the art of ballet.

  • We strive for excellence with integrity in all we do.

  • We respect one another and the art form.

Nashville Ballet Diversity Statement:

Nashville Ballet is invested in creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We believe we can best achieve our mission by creating a climate of respect that is supportive of all voices, celebrating diverse stories, increasing arts access, and sparking communal discussion about our community and our world through our art form and our artistic programming. When considering the diversity of the Nashville Ballet community, we look at all aspects, including race, gender, age, socioeconomic status, disability status, geographic (rural/urban), and sexual orientation. However, Nashville Ballet recognizes the racial inequalities that have plagued the dance world for far too long and is deeply committed to educating our constituencies on systemic racism, engaging in antiracist work in every branch of our organization, and doing our part to abolish racial inequalities in ballet.

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