Drumline Coordinator, JCA

Butler University • Indianapolis, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Drumline Coordinator designs, teaches, and oversees both the battery (snare, tenors, bass drums, cymbals) and front ensemble (pit) sections. The position ensures high-quality musical performances at football games, pep rallies, and university events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music
• 1-3 years of ensemble teaching experience
• Strong mastery of marching percussion techniques

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced marching percussion rudiments, stick work, body choreography, and timing.
• Write, adapt, or acquire cadences, stadium grooves, and field show music tailored to the line's skill level.
• Lead specialized percussion sectionals and coordinate integration with the full marching band during main rehearsals.
• Coordinate the placement of audition process for incoming and returning members.
• Manage inventory, tune equipment, and oversee the maintenance or repair of university-owned percussion instruments.
• Direct the drumline during traditional pre-game lot warmups, stadium stands playing, and halftime field shows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level