Orchestra Manager

Black Lives in Musi; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading contemporary jazz ensemble as an Orchestra Manager, where your organizational skills will help drive the success of both the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra and the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in fundraising, production, and marketing efforts, ensuring smooth operations and promoting the growth of these vibrant orchestras. With flexible, remote work options and the potential for part-time arrangements, this position is perfect for a passionate individual eager to make a difference in the arts community. Embrace this chance to be part of an inspiring musical journey!

Qualifications

• Experience in arts administration and management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management and administrative support for SNJO.
• Assist the Board with strategic and operational responsibilities.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Fundraising

Marketing

Administrative Support

Production Planning

Education

Degree in Arts Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Orchestra Manager

The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra (SNJO) is Scotland’s professional contemporary and classic jazz ensemble and is the only truly national orchestra in the UK.

The SNJO is seeking an Orchestra Manager to oversee daily management and administrative support, ensuring smooth operations of both the SNJO and the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra (TSYJO).

The successful candidate will assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling their strategic and operational responsibilities.

This role is ideal for an exceptionally organized, self-motivated individual passionate about the Arts, especially Jazz. It offers a broad scope including fundraising, planning, production, marketing, and advocacy to promote the orchestras' growth and success.

Hours: 35 hours per week. Part-time options may be considered. Weekend and evening work are required for tours and events.

Application Process: Please send your application with a covering letter to [e-mail]. Your application should include:

1. A personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
2. A full CV detailing employment history, education, skills (including software), and responsibilities.

Application Deadline: 1st June 2025 at 6pm.

Location: Home-based with travel as required by orchestra programs.

Part-Time Consideration: The Board is open to two candidates sharing the role, with pro-rated salary based on hours worked. If interested, specify this in your application.

Location: Flexible, Remote, Scotland.

Contract Type: Full-time, with part-time options considered.

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