Orchestral General Manager: Strategy & Operations

Association of California Symphony Orchestras; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 125 000 - 135 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra seeks a General Manager to lead production and artistic operations, reporting to the Executive Director. The role ensures smooth orchestral activities, coordinating with the Music Director, artistic partners, musicians, venues, and staff.

The GM oversees staff, budgets, and contractual relations, and represents the organization in external partnerships and committees. Residency in Southern California is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working positively with professional classical musicians and negotiating artistic contracts.
• Strong budgeting and financial planning skills for large departmental budgets.
• Proven track record managing diverse staff and unions in a performing arts setting.

Responsabilités

• Work strategically with Music Director and Executive Director on season planning, hiring, and budgetary matters.
• Prepare and manage $2.5 million+ departmental budgets for Artistic and Orchestra production expenses.
• Maintain relationships with committees, unions, and venues; lead collective bargaining negotiations.
• Oversee production, touring, and special concerts; ensure operational excellence.
• Mentor staff and coordinate with Finance, Development, Marketing, and PR teams.

Connaissances

Relationship-building

Artistic contract negotiations

Budgeting & finance

Staff leadership

Communication

Orchestra operations knowledge

Description du poste

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra seeks a General Manager to lead production and artistic operations, reporting to the Executive Director. The role ensures smooth orchestral activities, coordinating with the Music Director, artistic partners, musicians, venues, and staff.

The GM oversees staff, budgets, and contractual relations, and represents the organization in external partnerships and committees. Residency in Southern California is required.