What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant to the Artistic Director position at ENCORE Chamber Music Institute?
Dates: May 27-June 24, 2025
Place: Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills OH 44040
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our team as an Assistant to the Artistic Director. This position is an essential part of the administrative team during our June season supporting the Artistic Director in collaboration with the Operations Manager and acting as artist liaison with the Summer Academy faculty and visiting artists. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the arts, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to manage a wide range of tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- 7 Music & Ideas events
- 6 Summer Academy Concerts
- 15 ENCORE in CLE community concerts
The Assistant to the Artistic Director is a full-time position requiring evening and weekend hours from May 27 through June 24th, 2024. The first week includes remote work before arriving on-site by May 30th. The Assistant to the Artistic Director will work with ENCORE staff to create an in-person work schedule. Benefits of the job include attendance at ENCORE season events and exposure to ENCORE’s distinguished artist faculty.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Pre-Festival
- Coordinate travel and logistics for the Artistic Director and artists/faculty
- Provide support in preparation for the First Day of the festival
- During the festival
- Act as a liaison between the Artistic Director, concert team, and artists/faculty
- Assist with the planning and execution of performances
- Help with coordination of logistics of Summer Academy and Music & Ideas Festival
- Assist in overseeing on-site production details and ensure all artistic needs are met during events.
- Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Head of Operations or Artistic Director of ENCORE
Qualifications:
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to take initiative
- Ability to take direction and work in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with a positive attitude
- Knowledge of classical music and interest in an arts administration career
- Appreciation for the mission of ENCORE Chamber Music Institute
Conditions:
- $4,000 compensation for 4 weeks
- Host family accommodation provided
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $2,000.00 - $4,000.00 per month
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Performing Arts experience do you currently have?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,000 - $4,000
