Gig Performer, Senior Student Assistant Specialist
About The Position
The College of Performing Arts at The New School seeks highly motivated student musicians to serve as Gig Performer, Senior Student Assistant Specialists. We’re looking for energetic, creative, and responsible individuals to support live performance initiatives across all divisions at the College of Performing Arts. This is an ideal position for students at the College of Performing Arts who are interested in a career as a working musician. Performance opportunities through the School of Jazz & Contemporary Music and The College of Performing Gig Office will be scheduled through the Program & Administration Manager, School of Jazz & Contemporary Music and the Part-Time Operations Manager, School of Jazz & Contemporary Music. Performance opportunities through the Mannes School of Music will be scheduled through the Dean, Mannes School of Music; Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Mannes School of Music; Program and Administration Manager, Mannes School of Music; and/or the Performance and Ensemble Manager. Performance opportunities through Mannes Prep will be scheduled through the Director, Mannes Prep; and the Assistant Director, Mannes Prep.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a degree program at the College of Performing Arts.
- Ability to provide evidence of advanced musicianship.
Responsibilities
- Provide instrumental and/or vocal performance services for public or private events.
- Analyze assigned music prior to rehearsal and performances (e.g., correct tempos, challenging transitions, dynamics) to ensure efficient use of rehearsal time.
- Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with internal and external parties.
- Respond to inquiries from students or staff in a timely manner regarding performance opportunities.
- Adhere to departmental guidelines regarding reporting hours, payroll deadlines, and other items.
- Perform for curricular and extracurricular performance opportunities as assigned, including but not limited to: Collaborative Skills courses, Techniques of Conducting courses, Mannes Outreach Events, Admitted Students Events, Staff Piano Auditions, Commencement Activities, and more.
- Prepare music as assigned by Mannes School of Music faculty, staff, and leadership, ensuring efficient use of class/rehearsal time, and success of performances.
- Attend Mannes Prep rehearsals and performances as directed.
- Learn assigned music prior to all services with Mannes Prep ensembles.
- Respond to inquiries from the Mannes Prep office in a timely manner regarding rehearsal and performance schedules.
- Provide instrumental and/or vocal performance services for events, preparing assigned music in advance to ensure productive rehearsals and high-quality performances.
- Maintain professionalism in all interactions, respond promptly to inquiries, and comply with departmental policies and administrative requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
