Assistant Vice President of Artistic Planning

                                         Assistant Vice President of Artistic Planning

THE POSITION: The Assistant Vice President of Artistic Planning works with Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto to develop and enhance the artistic profile of the North Carolina Symphony and leads the cross-institutional program planning team to achieve artistic, audience development, and revenue goals. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

ARTISTIC PLANNING

• Responsible for the multi-year planning of Classical, Pops, Young Peoples, and Education programs that fulfill the mission of the Symphony.
• Build on existing strong relationships with artist managers to engage guest artists and negotiate fees and expenses.
• Cultivate relationships with guest artists and conductors.
• Identify diverse array of artists and keep abreast of existing and emerging artistic talents and repertoire.
• Work closely with the Vice President of Orchestra Operations and CEO to ensure processes, communication, and artistic quality are consistent across all programs and series.

ARTIST COORDINATION

• Supervises Artistic Coordinator.
• Communicate artistic plans to Marketing and Development departments, collaborate on and review printed and online content and provide artistic support for special events.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• In partnership with Vice President of Orchestra Operations and Director of Orchestra Personnel, responsible for establishing the long-range and weekly schedules for the Orchestra.
• Prepare annual budget and quarterly projections for all appropriate departmental budgets.
• Complete and submit visa petitions for Music Director and guest artists as needed.
• Support the creation of NCS digital programming.

OTHER

• Serve in rotation of Artistic Operations staff duty at rehearsal and concert activities including evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education or training in orchestral music. Performance experience is a plus.
• Five years progressive artistic planning experience.
• Thorough knowledge of orchestral and chamber music repertoire.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly organized with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail.

OTHER CONISDERATIONS: 

• Applicants must be authorized to legally work in the U.S. and independently maintain such authorization. The NCS is unable to sponsor or to assume sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Because driving between worksites and to various locations may be a central function of the position, administrative staff must maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

The North Carolina Symphony values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Individuals are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. We expect that the ideal candidate will exhibit many of the listed requirements, skills, and competencies. We also consider a combination of experience, proficiency, and transferrable skills when considering a position submission.