COND 311 Ensemble Student Assistant

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Student Assistant for the COND 311 course, "Advanced Conducting Seminar with Live Chamber Orchestra." The course focuses on enhancing conducting abilities, with an emphasis on rehearsal techniques and interpretation when working with a live chamber ensemble. The ensemble consists of 2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello, 1 double bass, and 1 woodwind (flute/clarinet, preferably a doubler) who can read and play Classical repertoire. The hired student will act as both a performing member of the ensemble and an administrative assistant. Administrative duties include setting up and tearing down chairs for the ensemble, taking attendance, and managing a library of sheet music. Interested students must also apply for the "COND 311 Ensemble Performers" role and be hired for both positions to be considered. The ensemble meets on Mondays from 2:00 PM to 3:50 PM. The repertoire is primarily classical, and the ensemble functions as a laboratory for student conductors under faculty guidance. The hourly rate for this position is $16.45.

Requirements

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program (or pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester if employed in the summer).
• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (first-semester students are exempt until completion of their first semester).
• Federal Work Study students may apply.
• In good disciplinary standing.
• Must be located in the U.S.
• Well-versed in Classical repertoire and playing.
• Ability to follow the conductor and make adjustments as necessary or suggested by the faculty.
• Be on time, warm-up and ready to play, so that the class can start and finish on time.
• Must also apply to “COND 311 Ensemble Performers” and be hired and work in both roles.

Nice To Haves

• Woodwind player who can double (flute/clarinet).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a performing member of the ensemble.
• Serve as an administrative assistant.
• Set up and tear down chairs for the ensemble every class.
• Take attendance and report via OL.
• Manage a library of sheet music for weekly use.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed