OUR PEOPLE

North Carolina Symphony Society, Inc.

The Society Board is the governing, policy, and operating board of the Symphony Society. It secures financial resources, approves program goals, engages in strategic planning, and oversees budgets, continuing the Society’s mission to achieve the highest level of artistic quality and performance standards, and embracing the dual legacies of statewide service and music education.

Mr. Joe Bastian, Chair, Chapel Hill
Dr. Wm. Charles Helton, Vice Chair, Raleigh
Mr. Terry L. Stevens, Treasurer, Raleigh
Mr. David Haines, Assistant Treasurer, Cary
Mrs. Ashley Matlock Perkinson, Secretary, Raleigh
Mr. Don Davis, Past Chair, Raleigh
Ms. Sandi M. A. Macdonald, President & CEO, Raleigh

Ms. Deborah M. Aiken, Raleigh
Dr. Tim Altman**, Laurinburg
Mr. Chip Anderson*, Raleigh
Dr. Trude R. Bate, Cary
Ms. Denise S. Bennett, Raleigh
Mr. Jud Bowman, Durham
Ms. Patty Briguglio, Cary
Mr. Steve Burriss, Raleigh
The Honorable Roy Cooper*, Raleigh
Mr. Jeffrey A. Corbett, Raleigh
Mr. Courtney Crowder, Raleigh
Mr. Jim Datin, Chapel Hill
Mr. Richard L. Daugherty, Raleigh
Mr. Keith Donahue**, Raleigh
Dr. Robert N. Eby, Chapel Hill
Mr. Rick Gardner, Raleigh
Mr. Michael Gering, Raleigh
Mr. Mike Golden, Raleigh
Mr. Donald A. Haile, Raleigh
Mrs. Elaine Bryant Hayes, Fayetteville
Mr. Richard E. Hinson, Chapel Hill
Mr. Kevin Howell**, Raleigh
Mr. L. Dwain Joyce*, Fayetteville
Mrs. Cecelia Eckert Kennedy, Apex
Ms. Rosemary Gill Kenyon, Raleigh
Dr. Robert Lacin, Raleigh
Rev. Dr. Christie Mabry, Raleigh
Mr. Robert MacNeill, Jr., Durham
Ms. Jane Marr**, Wilmington
Mr. Branford Marsalis, Durham
Mrs. Louise A. Miller, Cary
Ms. Ginger Minichiello, Carthage
Mr. James Morgan, Raleigh
Ms. Lori O’Keefe, Wake Forest
Ms. Margaret Smedes Poyner, Raleigh
Dr. Ramachandra P. Reddy, Cary
Ms. Donna Rhode, Cary
Mr. Jason Smith, Raleigh
Mrs. Tracey Fodor Smith, Farmville
Mr. David Sontag, Chapel Hill
Mrs. Linda J. Staunch*, New Bern
Mr. M. Gray Styers, Jr., Greensboro
Ms. Sandy Sully, Cary
The Honorable Catherine Truitt*, Cary
Mr. Dereck Whittenburg, Raleigh
Secretary D. Reid Wilson*, Raleigh
Mrs. Darliene S. Woolner, Cary
Mr. Tim Yull, Raleigh

*Ex Officio Member
**Governor’s Appointee

Lifetime Trustees

The Society and Foundation Boards gratefully recognize the individuals listed below as Lifetime Trustees for extraordinary involvement and leadership of the Symphony over a significant period of time.

Dr. Assad Meymandi – 2015 Inductee
Mr. Edward O. Woolner (deceased) – 2016 Inductee
Mrs. Florence Peacock – 2022 Inductee

North Carolina Symphony Foundation

The Foundation Board holds the permanent endowment of the Symphony, solicits additions to the endowment, safeguards and invests assets, and prudently expends funds for the exclusive use and benefit of the Symphony Society.

Mr. Chip Anderson, President, Raleigh
Col. Matt Segal, Treasurer, Cary
Ms. Dianne C. Sellers, Secretary, Raleigh
Mr. Larry Wilson, Past President, Raleigh

Ms. Catharine Biggs Arrowood, Raleigh
Mr. Joe Bastian*, Chapel Hill
Mr. Richard L. Daugherty, Raleigh
Dr. Warner Hall, Raleigh
Dr. Wm. Charles Helton, Raleigh
Mr. Bill Hodges, Raleigh
Mr. D. S. (Steve) Hodges, Durham
Dr. Ted Kunstling, Raleigh
Mr. James Narron, Smithfield
Dr. Emily Mann Peck, Raleigh
Dr. Shaler Stidham, Jr., Raleigh

*Ex Officio Member

North Carolina Symphony Chapter Boards

Craven County

Linda J. Staunch, President

Nancy Alexander
Susan Braaten
Dr. Jim Congleton
Philip Evancho
Dr. Catherine Everett
Hannah B. French
Cille Griffith
John Haroldson
Drew Honeycutt
Christopher McCrudden
Champ Mitchell
Luana Palimetakis
Tom Payne
Lauren Quinn
Pat Rowlett
Karen M. Skipper
Dawn D. Staats
Cindy Turco

Cumberland County

Mr. L. Dwain Joyce, President

Mrs. Alisa Evans Debnam
Mr. Chima Enwere
Ms. Andretta Hales
Mrs. Elaine Bryant Hayes
Ms. Andrea Kelly
Ms. Ashley Martin
Ms. Joyce McLeod
Mr. Calvin Mims
Mr. Alec Powers
Mr. Worth Smith

Edgecombe County

Ann Warren, President
Nettie Williams, Vice President
Becky Johnson, Secretary

Elizabeth Burns
Joy Chafin
Doneva Chavis
Kerrie Clayton
Nancy Dreier
Ronnie Ellis
Anderson Ferrell
Carol Ferri
Eric Greene
Dr. Gregory McLeod
Johanna Owens
Nina Rountree
Angie Ruffin
Katie Schultz
Suzanne Sharpe
Janet Spiers
Jessie Thorne

Moore County

Ginger Minichiello, President
Deb Swanson, Secretary

Luke Arno
Chris Dunn*
Audrey Kessler
Greg Lundberg
Marie Riedesel
Elaine Sills

*Ex Officio Member

Onslow County

Earl Taylor, President
Val Darner, Vice-President
Lyndsay Russell, Secretary

Elaine Bell
Joli Brooks
Dr. Erin Chaney
Pat Collins
Bill Darner
Susan Edwards
Gloria Goodwin
Dr. Robert Kell
Vickie Kell
Korene Marsh
Marjorie Tredwell

TRUSTEE LISTS CURRENT AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2022

President’s Office

Sandi M.A. Macdonald – President & CEO
Email: smacdonald@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Sue Guenther – Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Email: sguenther@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5455

Artistic Operations

Donald Tippett – Vice President of Orchestra Operations
Email: dtippett@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5464

Samantha Gallup – Interim Personnel Manager
Email: sgallup@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5462

Bo Osborne – Production Manager
Email: hosborne@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.215.5738

Martin Sher – Artistic Advisor (Consultant)
Email: msher@ncsymphony.org

Christopher Short – Education Assistant
Email: cshort@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Kerry Smith – Assistant Vice President of Artistic Planning
Email: ksmith@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5497

Jason Spencer – Director of Education
Email: jspencer@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5461

Taylor Troyer – Assistant Orchestra Librarian
Email: ttroyer@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5470

Stephanie Wilson – Principal Orchestra Librarian (The Mary Colvert and Banks C. Talley Chair)
Email: swilson@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5468

Finance & Administration

Robert Schiller – Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration & CFO
Email: rschiller@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5490

Carol Brown – Accounting & Payroll Manager
Email: cbrown@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5493

Tiffany Debnam – Database & Fulfillment Manager
Email: tdebnam@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5496

Tiffany Haddock – Human Resources & Office Systems Manager
Email: thaddock@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5491

Glenda Hughes – Controller
Email: ghughes@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5494

Stan Williams – Public Affairs Contractor
Email: swilliams@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5456

Marketing & Audience Development

Linda Charlton – Vice President for Marketing & Audience Development
Email: lcharlton@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5474

Jennifer Blackman – Graphic Designer
Email: jblackman@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5481

Ashley Blankenship – Director of Marketing & Sales
Email: ablankenship@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5505

Sarah Clements – Assistant Box Office Manager
Email: sclements@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Maria H. Ewing – Director of Advertising & Corporate Partnerships
Email: mewing@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5480

Arianna Gulisano – Box Office Associate
Email: tickets@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Richard Hess – Communications Project Manager
Email: rhess@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5478

Melissa Holmes – Box Office Associate
Email: tickets@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Jonathan Naylor – Box Office Manager
Email: jnaylor@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5502

Alex Riggs – Box Office Associate
Email: tickets@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Jim Vestal – Box Office Associate
Email: tickets@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.733.2750

Peter Wallace – Assistant Vice President of Sales & Patron Experience
Email: pwallace@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5507

Philanthropy

Lisa Ransom – Vice President of Philanthropy
Email: eransom@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5487

Rebecca Gunn – Assistant Vice President of Philanthropy
Email: rgunn@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5489

Courtney Hamm – Director of Corporate & Foundation Giving
Email: chamm@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5483

Matthew Holt – Corporate & Foundation Giving Coordinator
Email: maholt@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5479

Becca Meier – Annual Giving Coordinator
Email: rmeier@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5492

Emily Wilbourne – Leadership Giving Manager
Email: ewilbourne@ncsymphony.org
Phone: 919.789.5506

Auditions

Assistant Principal Clarinet

Preliminary Auditions: Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Sunday, February 26, 2023
Semifinal/Final Auditions: Sunday, February 26, 2023 – Monday, February 27, 2023

The audition will take place at the North Carolina Symphony’s home, Meymandi Concert Hall, in downtown Raleigh. All rounds will be screened. Qualified candidates may be invited to return to play in the orchestra before a final decision is reached. Musicians taking this audition should only do so with the intention of accepting the position if it is offered.

Repertoire for the preliminary round may be found at the link below. If you would like to request any rental excerpts, please email us at auditions@ncsymphony.org.

DOWNLOAD PRELIMINARY LIST DOWNLOAD COMPLETE REPERTOIRE

TO APPLY
Please click here to submit your one-page resume as a PDF attachment. Resumes submitted otherwise will not be accepted.

In lieu of an in-person preliminary round, candidates may choose to submit a video-taped preliminary round to be considered for advancement to the semi-final round. Semi-final and final rounds will be in-person only.

The same repertoire will be used for both taped and in-person preliminary auditions. Please follow the following guidelines to submit your tape:

• • The excerpts must be recorded in one continuous take.
  • The excerpts must be played in the order of the list.
  • The applicant should be in the frame for the entire duration and there should be no speaking during the recording.
  • It is preferred that the tape be submitted as an MP4 file shared using Dropbox or Microsoft OneDrive. If these formats are not possible, please email auditions@ncsymphony.org to discuss other options.
  • Once complete, recording links should be sent to auditions@ncsymphony.org with “AP Clarinet Tape” included in the subject line. Recordings will be reviewed and converted to audio only recordings by staff, before being reviewed by the committee.
  • In order to have your tape considered, you must also apply for the audition via the link above.

Applications and/or tapes must be received by January 12, 2023.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The 2022/23 season is 40 weeks with a minimum titled salary of $1,706.04 /week ($68,241.80/annual) plus 18 optional summer services at the position per-service rate.

Benefits include 9% retirement contribution plus medical, life, and instrument insurance.

Employment to begin at the earliest mutually agreed upon date, no later than September 2023.

Please note that the North Carolina Symphony only hires individuals eligible for immediate employment by more than one employer in the United States and, generally, does not provide sponsorship for employment. The winning candidate will be required to provide proof of his/her legal eligibility to work in the United States.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All musicians auditioning for the NC Symphony must provide proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination. Per the CDC, up-to-date vaccination is defined as administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.) plus one booster dose. No exceptions or accommodations will be considered. Anyone who does not provide proof of vaccination will not be permitted to audition.

Face Masks: All musicians are required to wear a face mask while in backstage areas at Meymandi Concert Hall. Face masks should be well-fitting, not transparent, have two or more layers, completely cover your mouth and nose, and fit snugly against the sides of your face with no gaps. Face masks with vents are not permitted.

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Administrative positions

Assistant Vice President of Finance

Application Deadline: February 10, 2023

THE POSITION
The Assistant Vice President of Finance provides accounting, financial reporting and analysis, and oversight of banking, payroll, and HRMS accounting functions for the North Carolina Symphony. This position will work closely with the Senior Vice President for Finance, Administration & CFO to achieve goals, serve as a liaison and conduit of information ensuring effective and timely communication between the Department and key internal and external stakeholders, and provide high level financial and accounting support in all areas of work assignments. This position is responsible for the Symphony’s monthly financials, its audit report, and Form 990 preparation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
MANAGEMENT
Responsible for the achievement of annual statewide audience development goals as well as national press for NCS programs and artists by generating measurable annual earned media

• Oversight and management of Accounting and Payroll Manager
• Direct HRMS work conducted by the Human Resources and Office Systems Manager
• Supervise Database and Fulfillment Manager for proper contributed income classification per Accounting Standards Update 2016-14

FINANCE – Accounting

• Monthly financials: income statement for Operating Fund and balance sheet (consolidated for three funds)
• Prepare and enter journal entries: month-end and year-end close-out
• Monthly bank reconciliation for Operating Bank Account, Section 125 Health Account and Major Gifts Programs Accounts
• Endowment accounting
• State of North Carolina (Department of Natural and Cultural Resources) accounting
• Track and record monthly check logs
• State sales tax accounting and remittance for ticket sales
• Monthly and annual depreciation accounting
• Year-end reporting and accounting for leases
• Manage year-end closeout and prepare audit report
• Determine monthly adjustments for deferred income

FINANCE – Earned & Contributed Income Financial, Accounting, and Analysis
Annually set communications goals to support cross-institutional priorities in

• Monthly reconciliation between General Ledger & Archtics Reports
• Serve as back-up to Database and Fulfillment Manager to produce & distribute weekly reports to Marketing, Philanthropy, & Finance
  • Subscription sales
  • Single sales & total sales by concert
  • Summerfest
  • Team Monetary Scorecard
• Review daily EOD spreadsheets to ensure correct GL codes and import into Sage 300
• Work closely with Box Office Manager and Database and Fulfillment Manager to ensure appropriate GL codes and event names are assigned to all performances and events are built in Archtics
• Manage League of American Orchestras annual Orchestra Statistical Report
• Financial analysis and reporting

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage preparation of Form 990s for Foundation and Society
• Staff finance and audit committee meetings along with CFO
• Serve as back-up for Accounting and Payroll Manager for key responsibilities
• Serve as back-up for Human Resources and Office Systems Manager for key finance-related responsibilities
• Set-up new accounts for Cost Accounting
• Plan and set-up GL account structure and expanded account structure for concert reporting
• Annually update internal systems and controls documentation
• Coordinate with bank as applicable
• Manage risk assessment audit in the spring and the fiscal year audit in the summer, working closely with the audit team
• Staff training as applicable
• Collaborate with Senior Vice President & CFO on budgeting and projections
• Monthly update of P&L reports
• Perform other assignments or responsibilities including concert duty

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent accounting skills and analytical skills
• Thorough knowledge of general ledger, accounting and payroll systems and procedures, and software applications
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously with accuracy and timeliness
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and highly developed organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables
• Undergraduate degree with at least 10 years of experience (preference for the non-profit field)
• CPA or master’s degree in accounting and/or extensive experience with non-profit organizations, ideally 501(c) (3) and GAAP
• Management experience

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Accurate & timely financials, audit reports, and 990 reports
• Discrepancies between Archtics (ticket and donation software) and GL are resolved quickly
• Payroll and Benefits paid accurately administered and paid on schedule
• Journal Entries entered in a timely fashion
• Bank Reconciliations will be completed within three business days of receipt of the bank statement
• Customer service approach to supporting the North Carolina Symphony staff, trustees, and public

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Because driving between worksites and to various locations may be a central function of the position, administrative staff must maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The salary range is $87,450 to $111,099. The North Carolina Symphony is currently operating on a hybrid work structure with onsite and remote work (after first 90 days). The benefits package includes health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program and a voluntary vision and dental insurance. Enrollees in our optional 403(b) retirement plan receive an employer match and our Health Savings Account offering provides a bi-annual employer contribution.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.), and receiving all recommended boosters, when eligible.

TO APPLY
Email cover letter, resume, and three references to:
humanresources@ncsymphony.org
with “Assistant Vice President of Finance” in the subject line

No phone calls, please

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Director of Communications

Immediate Opening

THE POSITION
The Director of Communications serves as a vital member of the Marketing & Audience Development Department with primary responsibilities of strategic institutional storytelling, press outreach and cultivation, social media, new audience development and patron retention. The Director of Communications is an integral resource to the President & CEO on discreet projects. Responsibilities include planning and executing robust and effective internal and external communications plans to ensure the achievement of revenue, new audience growth, and engagement.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
INSTITUTIONAL STORYTELLING – 40%

Responsible for the achievement of annual statewide audience development goals as well as national press for NCS programs and artists by generating measurable annual earned media

• Develops press plans
• Cultivates press relationships
• Creates and deploys press releases, alerts, and media announcements
• Serves as point person for press inquiries and activity
• Serves as a spokesperson for the organization as needed; prepares staff and artists with talking points for media interviews
• Shares significant press achievements internally

AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT & PATRON LOYALTY – 15%
Achieves annual statewide new to file and retention audience development goals through creation and engagement of digital content:

• Directs paid and organic social media strategy, developing content that resonates with target audiences
• Directs creation of streaming concerts, education, promotional and institutional videos
• Serves in a director role for streaming concerts, virtual education products, and other virtual content

SUPPORT COMMUNICATIONS INITIATIVES WITH THE PRESIDENT & CEO – 15%
Annually set communications goals to support cross-institutional priorities in

• D&I
• Digital innovation
• Artistic leadership

Achieves annual statewide integrated diversity goals through the acquisition and cultivation of diverse audiences of age, race, color, and other as determined by the institution’s D&I leadership —leading toward the development of tailored messaging, programming, and Symphony experiences for target audiences.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES – 10%

• Provides weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly reporting towards the achievement of goals
• Manages communications expense budgets
• Prepares and reports communication updates in Board and committee meetings
• Performs other responsibilities or assignments as required, including concert duty

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communications and public relations, preferably with a performing arts or cultural institution
• Experience successfully managing integrated social media campaigns to achieve revenue and engagement goals
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent judgment and professionalism
• Team-oriented, flexible, positive, personable attitude with a willingness to learn and continually strive for excellence and improvement
• Takes initiative and uses innovation; has passion and perseverance; is self-motivated and goal-oriented
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel in North Carolina and work outside regular office hours
• Bachelor’s degree required

The North Carolina Symphony values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Individuals are encouraged to apply if they meet most of the qualifications listed above.

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The salary is competitive, with a starting hiring range of $34,000 to $57,500. The North Carolina Symphony is currently operating on a hybrid work structure with onsite and remote work. The benefits package includes health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program and voluntary vision and dental insurance. Enrollees in our optional 403(b) retirement plan receive an employer match and our Health Savings Account offering provides a bi-annual employer contribution.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.), and receiving all recommended boosters, when eligible.

TO APPLY
Email cover letter, resume, three references to:

Linda Charlton, Vice President for Marketing & Audience Development
humanresources@ncsymphony.org

No phone calls, please

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Director of Orchestra Personnel

Immediate Opening

THE POSITION
The Director of Orchestra Personnel (DOP) is a leadership position within the organization, responsible for delivering outstanding personnel management to the musicians of the North Carolina Symphony (NCS). The DOP is responsible for the planning and supervision of all orchestra activities, executed under the regulations of our Master Contract. The incumbent participates in the development and implementation of artistic objectives to maximize the impact of the North Carolina Symphony in the community. The DOP collaborates closely in these goals with the senior management team and is supported by the Assistant Personnel Manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
ADMINISTRATIVE

• Oversee the development and implementation of annual master calendar with input from Artistic Planning and Marketing.
• Work closely with Marketing, Artistic Planning, Vice President of Orchestra Operations, and President and CEO on themes, ideas, special events, and repertoire to maximize service utilization as well as the artistic and community impact of the NCS.
• Serve as special advisor to the President & CEO pertaining to orchestra development.

FINANCIAL

• Develop and manage all budgets related to orchestra personnel and logistics. Prepare annual and quarterly projections as required.
• Prepare bi-weekly orchestra payroll, including salary, and variations in salary items such as per diem, move-up pay, unpaid leave, and any special fees for other performances by individual musicians.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

• Manage and ensure proper handling of orchestra personnel and artistic matters in compliance with the Master Contract and in coordination with President and CEO, Music Director, and VP of Orchestra Operations.
• Serve as the primary resource for musicians in day-to-day questions and issues, ensuring that all requests are responded to in a timely manner, maintaining confidentiality and discretion in all relationships.
• Maintain confidential personnel records, including all leaves and relief weeks used during the season.
• Manage seating rotation including the production of records and rosters for all orchestra services.
• Collaborate with Music Director and Principal musicians to develop policies for the hiring of extra musicians.
• Cultivate relationships with high-performing extra and substitute musicians and hire as needed.
• Communicate expected absences, replacement plans, and extra musicians hired to Principal musicians and conductors.
• Oversee auditions, probation processes, and hiring of all musicians. Ensure that tenure review meetings occur as required by the Master Contract and assist in tenure review letters.
• Oversee distribution of annual individual musician contracts.

ORCHESTRA SERVICES

• Maintain accurate time-keeping for rehearsals.
• Liaise with Production Manager to ensure proper stage conditions, including chairs, stands, adequate lighting for each musician, temperature, and all variations that occur with all services, actively promoting conditions where musicians can perform at their highest level daily.

TRAVEL

• Oversee all aspects of travel for the orchestra.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Attend and participate in musician meetings with NCS management as appropriate.
• Participate actively on the Diversity & Inclusion Task Force, advocating for increased diversity in the orchestra.
• Attend Artistic Operations meetings, NCS staff meetings, and Operational Planning Committee meetings.
• Collaborate with Philanthropy department to engage musicians of the orchestra to increase donor outreach and community impact.
• Oversee timely maintenance and accuracy of musicians’ area of North Carolina Symphony website.
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Orchestra Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Music Performance or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ Orchestra administrative experience is required.
• Strong background in classical music with a broad understanding of repertoire, instrumentation and orchestral rehearsal and performance practices is required.
• A proven track record demonstrating exceptionally attention to detail, excellent written and administrative and oral communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully interact with a diverse group of people
• Ability to multi-task
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Proficient in or the ability to learn OPAS software

The North Carolina Symphony values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Individuals are encouraged to apply if they meet most of the qualifications listed above.

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The salary hiring range is $59,000 – $75,000. The North Carolina Symphony is currently operating on a hybrid work structure with onsite and remote work. The benefits package includes health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program and voluntary vision and dental insurance. Enrollees in our optional 403(b) retirement plan receive an employer match and our Health Savings Account offering provides a bi-annual employer contribution.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.), and receiving all recommended boosters, when eligible.

TO APPLY
Email cover letter, resume, three references to:

Donnie Tippett, Vice President of Orchestra Operations
humanresources@ncsymphony.org

No phone calls, please

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Artistic Coordinator

Application Deadline: February 17, 2023

THE POSITION
The primary function of the Artistic Coordinator is to provide administrative support to the Artistic Department and visiting guest artists of the North Carolina Symphony. The Artistic Coordinator is an important contributor to the North Carolina Symphony’s successful day-to-day artistic and education activities. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Artistic Planning, to ensure smooth operations, clear communication, and timely management of administrative responsibilities. This position is full-time and will include rehearsal and performance duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, monitor, track, and process contracts for guest artists and conductors.
• Arrange hotel accommodations, travel, and hospitality for select guest artists, conductors, and guests of the North Carolina Symphony.
• Create and distribute artist itineraries and welcome packets (including maps, restaurant recommendations, local highlights).
• Manage artist ground transportation to/from airport, hotel, and venues. Act as primary liaison with car service companies.
• Manage pre-concert dressing room preparations including fulfillment of artist rider as appropriate.
• Manage green room areas, the backstage guest list, and complimentary ticket requests made by any guest artists in collaboration with the box office staff.
• Arrange for post-concert dinners and hospitality, ensuring and maintaining a pleasant backstage atmosphere.
• Assist in management of artistic files and records.
• Review marketing and program materials for accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree, plus a minimum of two years related experience required.

• Basic knowledge of orchestral repertoire and classical music
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communications skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to track financial expenditures
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet programs essential; knowledge of OPAS a plus.
• Ability to retain confidential information
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as required

OTHER CONISDERATIONS
Because driving between worksites and to various locations may be a central function of the position, administrative staff must maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The salary is $36,000 to $42,000. The North Carolina Symphony is currently operating on a hybrid work structure with onsite and remote work. The benefits package includes health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program and a voluntary vision and dental insurance. Enrollees in our optional 403(b) retirement plan receive an employer match and our Health Savings Account offering provides a bi-annual employer contribution.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.), and receiving all recommended boosters, when eligible.

TO APPLY
Email cover letter, resume, three references to:

humanresources@ncsymphony.org

No phone calls, please

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SYMPHONY

Philanthropy Coordinator

Immediate Opening

THE POSITION
The North Carolina Symphony seeks a Philanthropy Coordinator to coordinate Philanthropy Department operations in a professional and efficient manner and provide exceptional stewardship for the North Carolina Symphony’s donors. The Philanthropy Coordinator supports all fundraising events and activities while being mindful of deadlines and patrons’ needs, helps the department’s capacity to achieve goals, ensures effective and timely communication between the department and key internal and external stakeholders, and provides high level administrative support in all areas of work assignments.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
SUPPORT

• Assist with the development and/or preparation of printed and digital materials in support of the department’s work.
• Maintain thorough and accurate hard-copy and digital donor files .
• Assist with keeping the donor database current and accurate.
• Conduct prospect research.
• Schedule and prepare for meetings.
• Maintain inventory of supplies for department needs.
• Track budgeting and expenditures and process invoices.
• Prepare communication project request forms on behalf of the department’s projects.
• Serve as back-up to the Executive Assistant to the President & CEO as needed.
• Perform other responsibilities or assignments as needed, including concert duty.

STEWARDSHIP

• Support the Development Committee, including maintaining lists of members, sending meeting notices, collecting RSVPs, reserving meeting spaces, preparing meeting materials, taking and disseminating minutes, and keeping official records.
• Respond to donor requests and assist with benefits fulfillment and other VIP needs.
• Support the North Carolina Symphony’s planned giving program and Lamar Stringfield Society by coordinating digital and hardcopy mailings, the production schedule for marketing materials, and the annual recognition event.
• Coordinate the tracking systems and electronic files for endowment, major gifts, and planned giving cultivation and stewardship.
• Organize and maintain files of Philanthropy photos and coordinate selecting photos for fundraising projects, events, and publications.

FUNDRAISING AND DONOR BENEFIT EVENTS
With the guidance of the Vice President of Philanthropy and the Assistant VP of Philanthropy, plan, coordinate, and help execute all fundraising, donor benefit, cultivation, stewardship, and sponsor events.

• Make arrangements for donor rooms at concert venues including contracts and communications with vendors for reservations, catering, set-up, flowers, and chocolates.
• Coordinate master Philanthropy events calendar in coordination with other departments.
• Draft event budgets and reconcile budgets after events.
• Coordinate event logistics and production, including catering and external vendors, to ensure event expectations are met.
• Create event timelines and internal and external event briefings.
• Work with Philanthropy staff and Database and Fulfillment Manager to request and acquire data-informed invitation lists and to track event attendance in database.
• Draft copy for event invitations and collateral, and coordinate approvals and printing.
• Print invitations, envelopes, name tags, signage, event programs, and other collateral.
• Track and manage event RSVPs, schedule eblast event reminders, create acknowledgement letter language, and send emails to event participants.
• Propose and coordinate event follow-up plans.
• Coordinate event debriefing meetings, track feedback, and recommend future improvements.
• Research event ideas and venues; keep abreast of other community events that would be of interest to our donors and look for potential conflicts regarding event dates and times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in, and experience with, fundraising or non-profit arts organizations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and customer service skills
• Strong research, analytical, planning, and organizational abilities, and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to function at a high level under deadline pressure
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, taking responsibility for the completion of each by its respective deadline
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and professionalism in dealing with people; being collaborative, responsive, and supportive
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with ability to work independently
• Team-oriented, flexible, positive, and personable, and willing to learn
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Practical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to support and implement the mission, vision, and values of the North Carolina Symphony; knowledge of, and interest in, orchestral music or performing arts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, desktop publishing, and Zoom
• Ability to travel and work outside traditional office hours
• Bachelor’s degree required

The North Carolina Symphony values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Individuals are encouraged to apply if they meet most of the qualifications listed above.

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The salary hiring range is $38,000 to $42,000. The North Carolina Symphony is currently operating on a hybrid work structure with onsite and remote work. The benefits package includes health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program and a voluntary vision and dental insurance. Enrollees in our optional 403(b) retirement plan receive an employer match and our Health Savings Account offering provides a bi-annual employer contribution.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.), and receiving all recommended boosters, when eligible.

TO APPLY
Email cover letter, resume, and three references to:

Lisa Ransom, Vice President of Philanthropy
humanresources@ncsymphony.org

No phone calls, please

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SYMPHONY

Part-Time Box Office Associate (20 hours/week)

Under the direction of the Box Office Manager, the Box Office Associate will provide support services and operate department in a professional and efficient manner, supporting all box office activities to maximize ticket sales and maintain a high level of customer service.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities for this multi-faceted role include: answer incoming calls and transfer to specific extensions; process ticket orders both in person and via phone, fax, mail, and online; process ticket exchanges; increase earned income through cross-sale and up-sale opportunities; assist with group sales when needed; perform general administrative office duties such as filing and photo copying and other duties as assigned by the Box Office Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to organize, manage, and complete multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with accuracy, timeliness, and enthusiasm
• Experience handling money, ideally in a box office setting
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and highly developed organizational skills
• Willingness to perform outbound calling to sell tickets
• Motivated and enthusiastic, with the ability to own projects while asking for assistance when needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Willingness to work outside of traditional business hours and to work a flexible schedule that requires statewide travel and evening and weekend concert work
• Provide exemplary customer service, including the ability to maintain a positive attitude, be flexible, and resolve problems under pressure
• Experience working in retail or phone sales preferred
• Experience with any ticket system preferred

THE ORGANIZATION
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Proof of Vaccination: All administrative staff employed with the North Carolina Symphony must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after the date of administration of a one-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or two weeks after the date of administration of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc.).

TO APPLY
Send cover letter, resume by email to:

Jonathan Naylor, Box Office Manager
jnaylor@ncsymphony.org

No phone calls, please

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SYMPHONY

About

About the North Carolina Symphony

The North Carolina Symphony is an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment including hiring, promotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, selection for training, and recruitment. All considerations are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status. Employment decisions, subject to the legitimate business requirements of NCS, are based solely on the individual’s qualifications, merit, experience and performance. NCS is proud to be a partner orchestra of the National Alliance for Audition Support.

Founded in 1932, the North Carolina Symphony (NCS) is a vital and honored component of North Carolina’s cultural life. Each year, more than 300 concerts, education programs, and community engagement offerings reach adults and schoolchildren in all 100 North Carolina counties—in communities large and small, and in concert halls, auditoriums, gymnasiums, restaurants, clubs, and outdoor settings. NCS is proud to expand access to audiences around the globe through concerts and educational offerings available through the digital space.

NCS’s state headquarters venue is the spectacular Meymandi Concert Hall at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh. The Symphony’s service across the state includes series in Chapel Hill, Wilmington, New Bern, Southern Pines, and Fayetteville, as well as the Summerfest series at its summer home, the outdoor Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. NCS brings some of the world’s greatest talents to North Carolina and embraces home-state artists from classical musicians to bluegrass bands, creating live music experiences distinctive to North Carolina. NCS is dedicated to giving voice to new art and has presented more than 50 U.S. or world premieres in its history.

Committed to engaging students of all ages across North Carolina, NCS leads one of the most extensive education programs of any symphony orchestra in the country—serving over 100,000 students each year. In alignment with the curriculum set by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the Symphony provides training and resources for teachers, sends small ensembles into classrooms, and presents full-orchestra in-person and online Education Concerts that bring the fundamentals of music to life. Music Discovery for preschoolers combines music with storytelling, and at the middle and high school levels, students have opportunities to work directly with NCS artists and perform for NCS audiences.

The first state-supported symphony in the country, NCS performs under the auspices of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, D. Reid Wilson, Secretary.