Global Music Education Technology Manager

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

60d • $72,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Berklee seeks a Global Music Education Technology Manager to lead the continued growth, optimization, and innovation of its global online learning platform, Berklee PULSE, which empowers students and educators around the world through access to high-quality, contemporary music education. This position bridges technology, music, and education—combining instructional design, creative media, and digital innovation to advance Berklee’s mission of equity and access. The ideal candidate is as comfortable in the studio as in the classroom, and just as fluent in conversations with educators as with coders and designers. With direct oversight from the Manager’s supervisor Vice President for EOSE, the Manager will guide a team of developers, curriculum specialists, and digital media producers to sustain a dynamic platform that supports K–12 and community-based teachers and students globally. The role requires a forward-thinking leader who values collaboration, clarity, and compassion—and who takes pride in transforming technology into human-centered learning experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in music, music education, instructional technology, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing digital learning platforms or media-based educational projects.
• Proven experience leading teams of developers, designers, or media specialists.
• Strong technical fluency with digital audio workstations (DAWs), multimedia creation tools, and learning management systems.
• Understanding of culturally responsive teaching and commitment to equitable access in arts education.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in project management, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, functionality, and continuous improvement of Berklee’s global music education platform (PULSE).
• Ensure the platform remains reliable, accessible, and responsive to educator and student needs.
• Lead the integration of innovative tools and multimedia assets, including AI-powered and immersive technologies, to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with programmers, designers, and educators—translating technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical users.
• Manage and mentor a cross-functional team of programmers, instructional designers, and technologists.
• Foster a collaborative culture grounded in integrity, creativity, and respect.
• Coordinate with IT, Education Outreach, and Academic Affairs to align platform development with Berklee’s institutional goals.
• Serve as a bridge between Berklee and global K–12 educators, ensuring PULSE supports their teaching and classroom innovation.
• Develop feedback loops with teachers and students to inform ongoing platform improvements.
• Advance equitable access for under-resourced schools and creative youth development organizations.
• Demonstrate empathy and understanding for educators’ day-to-day realities and students’ diverse learning needs.
• Oversee the curation, accuracy, and cultural relevance of all instructional content.
• Ensure all materials meet Berklee’s high standards for pedagogy, accessibility, and copyright compliance.
• Analyze user engagement and data to guide content improvements and future design decisions.
• Provide quarter reports on all things Berklee PULSE.
• Facilitate curriculum content development with contracted specialists.
• Design and lead professional development for teachers, both online and in person.
• Support educators in adopting platform tools to enhance their teaching practices.
• Introduce emerging technologies, software, and media creation tools relevant to music education.
• Facilitate teacher education initiatives and trainings
• Manage budgets, timelines, and project workflows to ensure efficiency and transparency.
• Prepare progress reports, presentations, and proposals for institutional leadership and funders.
• Partner with Advancement and Strategic Initiatives teams to sustain and grow the platform through grants and philanthropy.

Benefits

• At Berklee, you’ll join a community of educators, technologists, artists, and innovators working together to shape the future of creative education.
• We believe that access to music and the arts changes lives—and through the Berklee PULSE platform, you’ll help extend that impact to classrooms and communities across the globe.
• Berklee is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to help our employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees