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Professional Writing Labs - Office Coordinator

Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA, USA

Pay: $17.51/hour

Job type: Full Time


Job Overview

The Professional Writing Division is launching a new exciting recording program, and is seeking qualified students to help us manage its day-to-day operations. The Professional Writing Labs will be a new series of ensembles, composed of highly qualified Session Musicians who are coming together to provide professional-level recordings for students taking writing classes. As one of our office coordinators, you will be in charge of managing the new PWL office space and play an important part in the collection and processing of student compositions for recordings.
Eligibility Requirements

Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program.
Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled; in this case the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
Remain in valid Visa status as applicable.
A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (students in their first semester can work even without an official GPA until the completion of the first semester).
Federal Work Study student may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.
Responsibilities

Manage the PWL office space and staff the desk in 155 Mass. Ave.
Collect and review student projects based on a provided checklist, PWL guidelines, and policies. This includes reviewing scores and parts for proper sizing, transpositions, writing, and any other requirements set by JCMP/CWP departments.
Communicate details about the recording session process, arrival time, location, and file delivery process to the student writers.
Prepare parts for the Labs, including taping, sorting, and filling.
Communicate with PWL staff members about submission data, and any issues.
Complete a required training held by the Jazz Composition and Contemporary Writing and Production departments.
Qualifications

Completed Arranging 2 with a grade of A or B. Provide your final project’s score and parts from that course for review.
Experience with printing and taping scores and parts.
Comfortable with standard engraving conventions, including format, transpositions, multi-measure rests, etc.
Compensation

Hourly Rate: Student Worker 3, $17.51/hour.
Hiring Manager: Brian Sears.
What You’ll Gain

Opportunities to work directly with Berklee faculty and industry professionals.
Hands‑on experience with ensemble management, engraving review, office management, and communications with writers.
Development of your technical and creative skills.
Network with faculty and peers, opening doors to future collaborations and career opportunities.
Experience that complements your academic studies at Berklee.
Opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a career as a professional session musician.

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