Youth Orchestra Coordinator & Librarian

The Cleveland Orchestra • Cleveland, OH

10d • $40,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The Cleveland Orchestra seeks a Youth Orchestra Coordinator & Librarian to support the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra (COYO) through music library management, administrative coordination, and program development. This full-time role ensures the smooth operation of COYO rehearsals, concerts, and chamber music activities while fostering connections between COYO and The Cleveland Orchestra.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance, Music Education, or Arts Administration
• 2+ years experience working with middle/high school students
• Requires a creative person with high energy who can be nurturing of students yet authoritative, and able to respond quickly and appropriately in stressful situations.
• Strong knowledge of orchestral repertoire and library practices (Playing a string instrument is preferred for work with bowings)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work weekends and evenings for rehearsals and events
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with ArtsVision/Tessitura a plus

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Production Support Assist with auditions, rehearsals, and concerts
• manage logistics for retreats, run-outs, and tours
• maintain accurate repertoire and personnel records
• support Youth Orchestra manager in growth and development initiatives to better serve the youth orchestra
• Prepare and distribute music for COYO musicians and conductors
• maintain and organize the COYO library
• handle music rentals and purchases
• Schedule rehearsals and coachings
• organize performances at institutional and community events
• liaise with coaches and manage payroll
• Coordinate masterclasses and coachings with Cleveland Orchestra musicians and guest artists
• facilitate guest artists and composer visits, composer fellowship activities, and seminars
• Manage COYO social media
• coordinate content with TCO Marketing
• organize alumni events and help prepare for COYO’s 40th Anniversary

Benefits

• competitive salary of $40,000-$45,000
• comprehensive benefits
• generous paid time off
• opportunity to work with a world-class orchestra while supporting the next generation of musicians

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level