Music Stage Supervisor

GUILDHALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious music conservatoire in London is seeking an experienced Music Stage Supervisor. The role involves supporting teaching, rehearsal, and performance setups while managing instruments and collaborating with multiple departments. The ideal candidate has strong organisational and communication skills, along with extensive knowledge of classical and jazz music. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the excellence of the conservatoire.

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing orchestral setups and chamber music setups.
• Experience in a performing arts or educational establishment.
• Ability to handle practical work including heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for teaching, rehearsal, and performance setups.
• Assist with managing, loaning, and retrieving instruments.
• Work closely with various departments to meet performance requirements.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of classical music

Knowledge of jazz

Ability to meet deadlines

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)

Job description

The Guildhall School of Music & Drama is looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Music Stage Supervisor. The Music Administration Department is responsible for the provision of the organisational management and administration of the Music Department. It is a busy department that prides itself on its efficiency and service delivery.

You will provide complete and comprehensive support to the set up and instrumental requirements for teaching, rehearsal and performance as required by a world-class music conservatoire. To support, (working in close contact with the Ensemble Managers, Music Office, Performance Venues Department and in close co-operation with Lecturers, Department Managers and Students) the delivery of requirements for a diverse and dynamic schedule of classes, concerts, masterclasses, and performances. To work with the Music Department and Ensemble Managers in assisting with the management, loan & retrieval of instruments to students and staff.

The postholder needs to commit to do everything possible to enhance the performance and reputation of the Guildhall School, both nationally and internationally, as a centre for innovation and excellence. We need a highly organised, motivated, articulate individual with an innovative approach to problem solving and experience in a performing arts/ educational establishment. To be successful, you will need the experience and knowledge of implementing orchestral setups and chamber music & contemporary ensemble set-ups.

Sound knowledge of classical music and jazz together with a wide knowledge of percussion and classical music instruments, and excellent organisational, communication skills and ability to meet deadlines are required to deal with the demands of the job. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Willingness and ability to carry out work of a practical nature including heavy lifting and manual handling.

Closing date: Friday 26 September 2025, 12pm.

Interviews will be held w/c 6 September 2025.

For more details, please visit http://www.gsmd.ac.uk/jobs

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All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.

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