Job description

Position open: General Manager

New England Philharmonic
Description:
The New England Philharmonic is an award-winning Boston-based volunteer symphony orchestra, currently in its 46th season, under the leadership of Music Director Tianhui Ng, appointed in 2022. Its mission is to foster the composition and the appreciation of contemporary classical music by performing commissions and recent works alongside traditional repertoire in concerts that engage and electrify audiences.

The General Manager’s duties include:

• Work closely with the Music Director, President of the Board, Board members, and Composer in Residence to support the artistic vision and mission of the orchestra
• Work with Board, Music Director, and consultants to support marketing, public relations, audience development, and fundraising initiatives and strategies
• Produce subscription series of at least 4 concerts per year in Boston
• Negotiate, execute, and administer contracts with guest artists, consultants, collaborating organizations, rehearsal and performance venues, and vendors
• Process income and expenses in QuickBooks, prepare financial reports, and work with Treasurer to plan and monitor the annual budget
• Process invoices from vendors, contractors, and venues
• Maintain patron records, donations, ticket purchases and manage box office in Arts People
• Prepare a variety of reports for Board meetings
• Plan and help coordinate rehearsals, orchestra auditions, special events, and virtual programs
• Manage programs including the Call for Scores and Young Artist competitions
• Supervise personnel manager, stage manager, librarian, volunteers, and interns
• Assist in grant applications and complete necessary reporting
• Oversee marketing and programming promotion through newsletter, social media platforms, and print materials, including producing digital and print fundraising communications, and working with printers and designers.
• Provide required reporting to government entities and foundations

Hours and schedule:

• approximately 20-25 hours per week, fluctuates according to performance schedule
• attendance at some Sunday evening rehearsals in Brookline, September through April
• attendance at weekend morning dress rehearsals and weekend concerts in Boston (typically 4/year)
• regular attendance at Board meetings (typically weekday evenings, approximately every 6 weeks)

Qualifications:
Excellent organizational skills, with ability to juggle multiple tasks and set priorities. Strong written and oral communication skills, analytical ability, and customer service sensitivity. Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite, and willingness to learn Arts People software and QuickBooks; experience with websites, social media, databases, and ticketing software desirable. Access to phone and to computer with high-speed internet connection required. Prior experience with performing arts organizations and background in music preferred. Experience working with volunteers or interns a plus.

How To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and list of references, plus any relevant supplementary materials, by March 31, 2023, to manager@nephilharmonic.org. [Please send all materials as one pdf]

Apply by:
March 31, 2023

Salary:
$22,000 / Per year

About this Organization:
The New England Philharmonic is an award-winning Boston-based volunteer symphony orchestra, founded in 1976, with a mission to present new music in the context of standard works. It welcomed Tianhui Ng as its new Music Director in 2022.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

offroadmanagementgroup.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, offroadmanagementgroup.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, offroadmanagementgroup.com is the ideal place to find your next job.