Music Notation Specialist Assistant / Course Developer Assistant

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

1d•$17•Remote

About The Position

The Music Notation Specialist Assistant provides music notation, audio creation, and audio editing support to the Music Notation Specialist and the Course Development Team at Berklee POPP, contributing to the production of online courses for Berklee Online. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working with a variety of software applications. Strong communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a willingness to learn are essential.

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.
Summer employment requires pre-registration for the upcoming fall semester.
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).
Federal Work Study student may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.
Advanced proficiency in Dorico
Advanced proficiency in Logic Pro

Nice To Haves

Intermediate proficiency in MuseScore
Experience playing guitar and/or piano
Experience with Adobe Illustrator (preferred; willingness to learn accepted)
Experience with Sibelius

Responsibilities

Use Dorico software at an advanced level for a variety of notation tasks, including tablature notation, multi-staff scores, and complex instrumentation such as orchestral scores, while maintaining accuracy and completing assignments in a timely manner.
Create, edit, and prepare audio content for course materials using professional digital audio workstations (DAWs), primarily Logic Pro.
Use MuseScore to create, export, and review notation files and MusicXML files.
Edit audio files using a DAW such as Logic Pro (preferred); experience with Cubase is also acceptable.
Create audio examples, and supporting materials as needed for course development projects, utilizing original recordings, audio editing techniques, and music library resources to support instructional objectives and enhance the student learning experience.
Transcribe music from audio and/or video sources to create notation materials for use in online courses.
Use Google Workspace applications, including Google Drive and Google Sheets.
Proofread text, notation, audio, and multimedia content to ensure accuracy and eliminate errors.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Collaborate closely with the Music Notation Specialist and the Course Development Team to ensure that music notation and audio content align with course objectives and adhere to Berklee Online style guidelines.
Work effectively within a team environment, communicating clearly and proactively to support efficient workflows and successful project completion.