Employee (m/f/d) as Assistant to the “Musical Director & Organizational Manager”

Music, art, crafts, dance, project management, singing, administration, stage jobs, communications, technology—the range of careers at the Bavarian State Opera is as diverse and colorful as its employees, and as exciting and varied as the magic that unfolds on stage each evening. Are you interested in a job in the cultural sector and would like to become part of our team at one of Europe’s most beautiful opera houses? 

We welcome every application!

The Bavarian State Opera is seeking, for the 2026/27 season starting September 1, 2026, a full-time

employee as Assistant to the Music Director & Organizational Director of the Hermann-Levi Academy (m/f/d)

We offer:

• An exciting and varied role in a motivated team

• Close collaboration with renowned musicians and the artistic director

• Support for balancing family and career

• Opportunities for continuing education and room for your personal and professional development

• Attendance at dress rehearsals and performances at discounted rates

• Participation in company fitness programs (egymWellpass), JobRad bike leasing, and internal prevention courses 

• Compensation in accordance with the NV-Bühne collective bargaining agreement

Your responsibilities: 

• Assisting the Music Director

• Planning and organizing the Hermann Levi Academy (orchestra academy of the Bavarian State Orchestra)

• Organizing and coordinating chamber concerts and special concerts by the Bavarian State Orchestra

• Organizing and coordinating auditions for the Bavarian State Orchestra and the Hermann Levi Academy

• Coordinating performances and rehearsals of the Bavarian State Orchestra

• Budget planning and accounting support for the Music Department

• Maintenance of the website for the Music Department in collaboration with the online editorial team

The Bavarian State Opera is committed to the employment of people with severe disabilities. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if their qualifications are otherwise essentially equal. To promote gender equality, we are particularly interested in applications from women. Applications from people with an immigrant background are encouraged.

Please submit your complete and detailed application materials by July 10, 2026.

Your Qualifications:

• A completed degree in music management, cultural management, musicology, or a related field.

• Experience in concert and event organization, ideally in an orchestral setting

• Ability to work independently, a structured approach to work, and strong organizational skills

• Proficiency with MS Office; knowledge of Theasoft and Muvac is a plus

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends

• Very good command of German and English