Education Programs Host

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra • Baltimore, MD

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra seeks an engaging and charismatic Education Programs Host to serve as the consistent public face of BSO education and family concerts. The host will act as the onstage narrator and audience guide, helping elementary-aged audiences connect with orchestral music through storytelling, audience participation, and interactive educational experiences. Working closely with conductors, musicians, and production staff, the host will present scripted material, lead audience engagement activities, and help connect educational themes to the music being performed. In addition to performing, the host will collaborate with BSO Education staff on the development of the host character, performance style, script revisions, audience engagement strategies, and the overall execution of the role. This position is envisioned to become a recurring presence across BSO education programming, allowing audiences and educators to develop familiarity with a consistent host and educational voice. Services are performed primarily at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore. Occasional performances may occur at partner venues throughout the region.

Requirements

• Strong musicianship, including music-reading ability and the ability to follow a conductor.
• Ability to follow an orchestral score highly desired.
• Strong vocal performance and storytelling skills.
• Ability to memorize and perform scripted material.
• Strong improvisational skills and comfort interacting with live audiences.
• Ability to communicate naturally and effectively with elementary-aged students.
• Strong stage presence and public speaking skills.
• Ability to be a team player, accept constructive feedback, and make adjustments.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to follow an orchestral score

Responsibilities

• Serve as the onstage host and narrator for education and family concerts.
• Present scripted material in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.
• Lead audience participation and interactive learning experiences.
• Collaborate with conductors, musicians, and production staff during rehearsals and performances.
• Participate in planning meetings and other preparation activities as needed.
• Contribute creatively to the ongoing development of the host character, scripts, and educational programming.
• Represent the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra with professionalism, enthusiasm, and artistic excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed