Graduate Choral Ensemble Manager

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music is seeking Graduate Choral Ensemble Managers to support four core vocal ensembles in Boston. You will assist with rehearsal setup, communications, roster maintenance, and coordination across departments under faculty supervision.

The role emphasizes organized planning, effective written and verbal communication, and sensitivity to diverse ensemble members. This is a part-time student employment position with an hourly rate of $18.54.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in the Boston Conservatory’s graduate choral conducting program
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully in writing and in person
• Knowledge of choral score reading and rehearsal practices
• Sensitivity to cultural and educational diversity among ensemble members

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down rehearsal space (chairs, risers, scores, piano, etc.)
• Maintain up-to-date rosters, rehearsal schedules, and attendance records
• Work with supervisor to draft and send regular email communications to ensemble members
• Coordinate with performance library for music distribution and collection
• Assist faculty with score preparation, rehearsal planning, and logistics
• Work with supervisor to provide individualized support and communication to ensemble members
• Liaise with other departments for collaborative projects (e.g., opera chorus)
• Support inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive ensemble environments

Skills

Strong organizational and time

Clear writing and speaking

Choral score reading knowledge

Cultural diversity awareness

Enrollment in graduate choral program

Education

Enrollment in Boston Conservatory graduate choral conducting program

Tools

Google Drive

Excel

Calendar software

Finale

Sibelius

Job description

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following 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 though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester. Federal Work Study student may apply. In good disciplinary standing. Must be located in the U.S. For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

Graduate Choral Ensemble Managers serve as ensemble administrators and rehearsal assistants for one of four core vocal ensembles at the Boston Conservatory. Working under the direction of ensemble faculty, this position supports ensemble operations through rehearsal setup, communication, member support, and logistical coordination. Each student in the graduate choral conducting program will rotate through four ensemble assignments over four semesters as part of a structured co-curricular work-study rotation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down rehearsal space (chairs, risers, scores, piano, etc.)
• Maintain up-to-date rosters, rehearsal schedules, and attendance records
• Work with supervisor to draft and send regular email communications to ensemble members
• Coordinate with performance library for music distribution and collection
• Assist faculty with score preparation, rehearsal planning, and logistics
• Work with supervisor to provide individualized support and communication to ensemble members
• Liaise with other departments for collaborative projects (e.g., opera chorus)
• Support inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive ensemble environments

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Enrollment in the Boston Conservatory’s graduate choral conducting program
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully in writing and in person
• Knowledge of choral score reading and rehearsal practices
• Sensitivity to cultural and educational diversity among ensemble members

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Prior experience managing or assisting with vocal ensembles
• Comfort with digital tools such as Google Drive, Excel, and calendar software
• Familiarity with music notation software (e.g., Finale, Sibelius)
• Interest in arts leadership, education, or arts administration

Hourly Rate: 18.54

Hiring Manager: Stephen Spinelli