Performance Library Student Assistant

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Performance Library Assistant is a member of the Instrumental Studies department at the Conservatory. They work on a team under the direction of the staff Performance Librarian with additional oversight by the Performance Library GA and the Chair/Assistant Chair of Instrumental Studies, assisting in the daily operations of the BCB Performance Library. Please submit an application on Workday and resume for consideration, applications without resumes will not be considered. Cover letters are not required.

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 is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
Federal Work Study student may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience with large ensembles at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee
Interest and knowledge of music performance librarianship
Broad knowledge of music, including musical terms and foreign languages (French, Italian, and German)
Knowledge of music theory, history, orchestration, transposition, and music notation conventions
Extraordinary attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including ability to handle multiple tasks and simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
Self-motivated and able to work independently and under pressure
Collaborative spirit to work as part of a successful team
Good customer service skills as well as verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle issues, changes and mistakes in a graceful and respectful manner
Working fluency with Google Suite applications and macOS

Responsibilities

Prepare music for rehearsals, performances, and courses
Distribute, collect, and organize sheet music
Work in partnership with Performance Librarian and other staff to maintain a functional, orderly, and productive working environment in the Performance Library
Respond to general questions from students and faculty regarding part preparation and distribution status, or library-related ensemble issues
Attend concerts and rehearsals as necessary to oversee the distribution or collection of music
Process, prepare, distribute, collect, and generally administer sheet music for large instrumental ensembles on a schedule determined by the Performance Librarian and Department Leadership
Assist in all aspects of the music preparation, including but not limited to editing, proofreading, distribution, scanning, marking string parts, adding measure numbers and rehearsal systems, correcting errata, adding cuts, edits, and inserts; repairing damaged parts/scores, and assembling folders
Participate in the preparation of musical materials according to the requirements of the particular work and ensemble as assigned by the Performance Librarian
Maintain a clean and organized library environment
Complete opening and closing procedures such as locking and unlocking the library and assisting in managing lockers for the Instrument Library
Loan out and check in instruments from the Instrument Library
Staff the library desk during open hours and be available to answer general questions and fulfill requests from students, staff, conductors and faculty
Assist the Performance Librarian in maintaining the Performance Library Ensemble Collection in its various locations
Maintain confidentiality in regards to music ensemble castings and administrative planning
Delivery and pickup of library materials from mailroom and other Boston Conservatory at Berklee buildings
In rare cases, take attendance for BCB ensemble rehearsals and concerts
Additional responsibilities, as determined in collaboration with your supervisor.