Conservatory Chorus Director

Conductor for Conservatory Chorus

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) is seeking a dynamic conductor to lead our 80+ member Conservatory Chorus. This is a unique opportunity to shape the artistic development of our students and cultivate a vibrant, collaborative ensemble. The ideal candidate will demonstrate mentorship and artistic leadership, focusing on developing a student's musicianship and love of singing while building an inclusive, supportive environment based on the joy of collective music-making.
Supervisor: Edwin Outwater, SFCM Music Director
Start - end date: August 31, 2026 - May 7, 2027
Objective: Direct SFCM's Conservatory Chorus
Work hours: part-time, Fridays from 11-12:50pm for 14 weeks each semester (Fall: August 31-December 14, 2026; Spring: January 25-May 7, 2027)
Compensation: $4,258.80/semester (14 weeks)
Requirements
Candidates should have completed an advanced degree in music or a related field, or hold ABD status with degree completion guaranteed by August 1, 2026.
Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in professional singing and/or choral directing.
Candidates should have a strong portfolio and ongoing work in creative and/or scholarly activities.
How to Apply:
Please apply through our website. For full consideration, upload the following:
curriculum vitae (under "Select Resume to Upload" in the application system)
letter of application (under "Upload Cover Letter"); In your cover letter, please address your vision for the content, structure, assessments, and learning outcomes for this course.
names and contact information of three professional references (under "References").
Applications will be reviewed as submitted.
Questions about the application process can be directed to Michael Patterson (mpatterson - at - sfcm [.] edu); questions about the position can be directed to Dean Ryan Brown (rbrown - at - sfcm [.] edu).