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The Performance Library Graduate Assistant is a member of the Instrumental Studies department at the Conservatory. They work on a team in a leadership capacity under the direction of the staff Performance Librarian with additional oversight by the Chair / Assistant Chair of Instrumental Studies, assisting in the daily operations of the BCB Performance Library.
General Statement of Job Functions
Coordinate student library team of students in the preparation of materialsAssist the Performance Librarian in assessing and addressing the needs of the conductors and ensemblesPrepare music for rehearsals, performances, and coursesDistribute, collect, and organize sheet musicWork in partnership with Performance Librarian and other staff to maintain a functional, orderly, and productive working environment in the performance libraryRespond to general questions from students and faculty regarding partpreparation and distribution status, or library-related ensemble issues
Attend concerts and rehearsals as necessary to oversee the distribution or collection of musicPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as lead library assistant, overseeing the performance library at times when Performance Librarian is not workingProcess, prepare, distribute, collect, and generally administer sheet music for large instrumental ensembles on a schedule determined by the Performance Librarian and Department LeadershipAssist in all aspects of the music preparation, including but not limited to editing, proofreading, distribution, marking string parts, adding measure numbers and / or rehearsal letters / numbers; inputting errata, creating errata lists, adding cuts, edits, and / or inserts; repairing damaged parts / scores and assembling foldersParticipate in the preparation of musical materials according to the requirements of the particular work and ensemble as assigned by the Performance LibrarianMaintain a clean and organized library environmentComplete opening and closing procedures such as locking and unlocking the library, refilling the humidifier and managing lockers for the Instrument LibraryServe as a representative of the Performance Library by interfacing with conductors and faculty, over email and in person, to facilitate requestsStaff the library desk during open hours and be available to answer general questions and fulfill requests from students, staff, conductors and facultyLoan out and check in instruments from the instrument library and take note of any repair needsAid the Performance Librarian in maintaining the Performance Library Ensemble Collection in its various locationsAid in cataloging and filing music purchased for the Boston Conservatory ensembles, maintain accurate inventory, and ensure accurate security. Return ensemble music sets to shelves immediately following performancesTrack all items borrowed from the library, i.e, individual parts, scores, reference materials; ensure their timely returnMaintain confidentiality in regards to music ensemble castings and administrative planningDelivery and pickup of library materials from mailroom and other Boston Conservatory at Berklee buildingsIn rare cases, take attendance for BCB ensemble rehearsals and concertsAdditional responsibilities, as determined in collaboration with your supervisor.Qualifications and Skills
Preferred) Experience with ensembles at the Boston Conservatory at BerkleePreferred) Interest and knowledge of music performance librarianshipBroad knowledge of music, including musical terms and foreign languagesFrench, Italian, and German)
Ability to build a strong relationship with and work successfully with faculty,conductors and division administration in a highly demanding and fast-paced
environment
Ability to manage a small team of peer employees to ensure the smoothoperation of the performance library
Knowledge of music theory, history, orchestration, transposition, and musicnotation conventions
Extraordinary attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including ability to handle multiple tasks and simultaneously and consistently meet deadlinesSelf-motivated and able to work independently and under pressureCollaborative spirit to work as part of a successful teamGood customer service skills as well as verbal and written communication skillsAbility to handle issues, changes and mistakes in a graceful and respectfulmanner
Working fluency with Google Suite applications and macOSWork Hours : 8-10 per week
Pay Rate : Student Worker 4
Hiring Manager : Cassian Ramos
