New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations The New Jersey Symphony is looking for an experienced and passionate music strategist for the position of
Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations . This position plays a critical role in the organization as it is responsible for working with the staff and the Symphony’s Music Director in the planning and execution of concerts and related events. As the Symphony embarks on its new era, the selected candidate will be presented with the chance to build on its programming and initiatives at the organization’s new home in Jersey City and across the Garden State. Department : Artistic Operations
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. Reports to : President & CEO Supervises : Director of Orchestra Operations, Personnel Manager, Artistic Coordinator, Librarian, and Staff Conductors Location : Principal Office – Newark, New Jersey until the Symphony Center opens, at which point Jersey City Status : Full Time, Exempt Salary : $115,000 to $120,000 As a senior member of the New Jersey Symphony’s leadership team, the Vice President of Artistic Planning will be responsible for leading and executing the Symphony’s multiyear artistic strategies in collaboration with Music Director Xian Zhang and the President & CEO. In addition to overseeing all programming for the orchestra, the VP of Artistic Planning will be responsible for programming our chamber music performances, preparing the annual artistic budget and collaborating with our Resident Artistic Partner. Roles and ResponsibilitiesArtistic Planning
In collaboration with the Music Director and President & CEO, lead and oversee implementation of all the Symphony’s artistic programmatic activity, including mainstage concerts, digital activity, and public-facing chamber music programs. Build the Symphony’s future season calendars in accordance with the CBA and in collaboration with partner venues, VP of Marketing & External Affairs and President & CEO. Monitor and evaluate all Symphony artistic and programmatic activity for quality and achievement of goals. Propose, research, and communicate repertoire and format for concerts to conductors and soloists, as necessary. Negotiates all guest artist contacts and manages the Symphony’s commissioning program, with specific focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Research and identity artists (conductors, soloists, composers etc.) for inclusion in Symphony programming, including travel as necessary, with specific focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Develop and nurture industry relationships with management and artists. Develop and expand Symphony’s collaborative artistic relationships with partner venues, universities, religious/community institutions, and other arts organizations across the state. Lead and oversee all Symphony artistic leadership searches (staff conductors, Artist/Composer in Residence, Music Director). Serve as primary contact and representative for the Music Director and Resident Artistic Partner across the institution. Artistic Operations
Lead the Artistic Operations team, ensuring the successful implementation of all New Jersey Symphony mainstage programming, including travel and logistics for five primary partner venues. Oversee the planning of auditions for musicians and supervise the Personnel Manager in the hiring of substitute and extra musicians. Manage institutional relationships and contracts with labor unions (IATSE, AFM) and partner venues. Develop and oversee the artistic operations budget. Oversee musician payroll, including media payments. Oversee Symphony’s electronic media strategy and activity including recording, broadcasting, streaming; serve as primary liaison with the Electronic Media Association. Serve as the organization’s expert on the musicians’ collective bargaining agreement, ensuring its consistent application while identifying solutions that balance contractual obligations with the best interests of the orchestra, its players, and the institution. Serves on the negotiating team for the collective bargaining process. Collaborate with marketing team to align production logistics with audience experience initiatives. Executive Team
Attend and participate in Board meetings, including Executive Committee meetings. Serve, where appropriate, as a public-facing spokesperson for the Symphony. Serve as a management liaison to the Artistic Advisory Committee and Orchestra Committee. Traits and Characteristics
Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) or equivalent combination music performance and/or music management preferred. Minimum five years’ administrative experience in an arts organization, arts management and education. Strong working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications. Experience with OPAS (Orchestra Planning and Administration Software) and/or databases helpful but not required. Experience with AFM and IATSE union environments and collective bargaining agreements. Strong working knowledge of concert production, orchestral and chamber music repertoire, and guest artists/conductors in the field. A demonstrated understanding of the needs of professional musicians and how to support them to perform at their best. Passion for making classical music accessible to new and diverse audiences. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High level of organization and professionalism. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated experience managing a high-functioning and fast-paced team. Compensation and Benefits
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $120,000, commensurate with the applicant’s skills and experience, and benefits package including paid time off, a generous health insurance plan, pension, parking, and other employee benefits, as available. Hours:
Full time, evenings, and weekends required, specifically for working at concerts and events in multiple locations throughout northern and central New Jersey. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Many functions of the job will be performed during the evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays, as the New Jersey Symphony’s performance schedule dictates. Access to an automobile and valid driver’s license are encouraged; frequently, the venues are not directly accessible through public transportation. The New Jersey Symphony celebrates the cultural vibrancy of our communities and builds meaningful relationships that elevate and strengthen them. We seek to create a culture of inclusion and a work environment that values hard work, professionalism and creativity. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our recruitment and hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are welcome to apply for open positions. To Apply Please email resume andcover letterto: Philip Leininger, Chief of Staff & Board Liaison pleininger@njsymphony.org (include “Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations” in the subject line) The New Jersey Symphony is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.
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Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations . This position plays a critical role in the organization as it is responsible for working with the staff and the Symphony’s Music Director in the planning and execution of concerts and related events. As the Symphony embarks on its new era, the selected candidate will be presented with the chance to build on its programming and initiatives at the organization’s new home in Jersey City and across the Garden State. Department : Artistic Operations
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. Reports to : President & CEO Supervises : Director of Orchestra Operations, Personnel Manager, Artistic Coordinator, Librarian, and Staff Conductors Location : Principal Office – Newark, New Jersey until the Symphony Center opens, at which point Jersey City Status : Full Time, Exempt Salary : $115,000 to $120,000 As a senior member of the New Jersey Symphony’s leadership team, the Vice President of Artistic Planning will be responsible for leading and executing the Symphony’s multiyear artistic strategies in collaboration with Music Director Xian Zhang and the President & CEO. In addition to overseeing all programming for the orchestra, the VP of Artistic Planning will be responsible for programming our chamber music performances, preparing the annual artistic budget and collaborating with our Resident Artistic Partner. Roles and ResponsibilitiesArtistic Planning
In collaboration with the Music Director and President & CEO, lead and oversee implementation of all the Symphony’s artistic programmatic activity, including mainstage concerts, digital activity, and public-facing chamber music programs. Build the Symphony’s future season calendars in accordance with the CBA and in collaboration with partner venues, VP of Marketing & External Affairs and President & CEO. Monitor and evaluate all Symphony artistic and programmatic activity for quality and achievement of goals. Propose, research, and communicate repertoire and format for concerts to conductors and soloists, as necessary. Negotiates all guest artist contacts and manages the Symphony’s commissioning program, with specific focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Research and identity artists (conductors, soloists, composers etc.) for inclusion in Symphony programming, including travel as necessary, with specific focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Develop and nurture industry relationships with management and artists. Develop and expand Symphony’s collaborative artistic relationships with partner venues, universities, religious/community institutions, and other arts organizations across the state. Lead and oversee all Symphony artistic leadership searches (staff conductors, Artist/Composer in Residence, Music Director). Serve as primary contact and representative for the Music Director and Resident Artistic Partner across the institution. Artistic Operations
Lead the Artistic Operations team, ensuring the successful implementation of all New Jersey Symphony mainstage programming, including travel and logistics for five primary partner venues. Oversee the planning of auditions for musicians and supervise the Personnel Manager in the hiring of substitute and extra musicians. Manage institutional relationships and contracts with labor unions (IATSE, AFM) and partner venues. Develop and oversee the artistic operations budget. Oversee musician payroll, including media payments. Oversee Symphony’s electronic media strategy and activity including recording, broadcasting, streaming; serve as primary liaison with the Electronic Media Association. Serve as the organization’s expert on the musicians’ collective bargaining agreement, ensuring its consistent application while identifying solutions that balance contractual obligations with the best interests of the orchestra, its players, and the institution. Serves on the negotiating team for the collective bargaining process. Collaborate with marketing team to align production logistics with audience experience initiatives. Executive Team
Attend and participate in Board meetings, including Executive Committee meetings. Serve, where appropriate, as a public-facing spokesperson for the Symphony. Serve as a management liaison to the Artistic Advisory Committee and Orchestra Committee. Traits and Characteristics
Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) or equivalent combination music performance and/or music management preferred. Minimum five years’ administrative experience in an arts organization, arts management and education. Strong working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications. Experience with OPAS (Orchestra Planning and Administration Software) and/or databases helpful but not required. Experience with AFM and IATSE union environments and collective bargaining agreements. Strong working knowledge of concert production, orchestral and chamber music repertoire, and guest artists/conductors in the field. A demonstrated understanding of the needs of professional musicians and how to support them to perform at their best. Passion for making classical music accessible to new and diverse audiences. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High level of organization and professionalism. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated experience managing a high-functioning and fast-paced team. Compensation and Benefits
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $120,000, commensurate with the applicant’s skills and experience, and benefits package including paid time off, a generous health insurance plan, pension, parking, and other employee benefits, as available. Hours:
Full time, evenings, and weekends required, specifically for working at concerts and events in multiple locations throughout northern and central New Jersey. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Many functions of the job will be performed during the evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays, as the New Jersey Symphony’s performance schedule dictates. Access to an automobile and valid driver’s license are encouraged; frequently, the venues are not directly accessible through public transportation. The New Jersey Symphony celebrates the cultural vibrancy of our communities and builds meaningful relationships that elevate and strengthen them. We seek to create a culture of inclusion and a work environment that values hard work, professionalism and creativity. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our recruitment and hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are welcome to apply for open positions. To Apply Please email resume andcover letterto: Philip Leininger, Chief of Staff & Board Liaison pleininger@njsymphony.org (include “Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations” in the subject line) The New Jersey Symphony is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.
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