The Royal Conservatory of Music
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- Description
- Position Details
- Pay and Benefits
- Qualifications and Experience
- Application Process
Description
The Royal Conservatory (RCM) is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, and teacher certification. It is also a leader in the development of early childhood education programs and arts-based social programs, and presents a diverse range of concerts featuring the finest Canadian and international artists in its magnificent performance space, Koerner Hall. Please visit www.rcmusic.com for more information.
What is the Opportunity?
Reporting to both the Associate Director, Operations and the Assistant Dean, Academics of the Glenn Gould School (“GGS”), the Manager, Rebanks Fellowship & Special Projects is responsible for overseeing and executing the day-to-day functions of the Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Residency Program, as well as several program areas within the GGS. Annual projects include project management of the GGS Concerto and Chamber Competitions, academic concerts such as the Piano and Vocal Showcases, and coordinating and engaging student and guest artists for various GGS internal and external performances, including its community outreach series. Additional support of other GGS program areas is occasionally required.
The incumbent of this position also works closely with both the Associate Director, Operations and the Assistant Dean, Academics of GGS regarding the budget, marketing and communications, and the general management of individual artists within the Rebanks Family Fellowship Program, and is the main contact with internal and external stakeholders.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Residency Program
- Main administrative contact for all Rebanks Fellows as well as external stakeholders.
- Manages the process for applications, auditions and offers.
- Plans and facilitates the logistics for the production of the Rebanks Family Fellowship Concerts in the Mazzoleni Hall Concert Series.
- Manages additional recitals and external concert series with high profile community partners, such as the Canadian Opera Company.
- Schedules, organizes, and manages the execution of outreach performances and workshops, as well as ongoing relationships with new and existing community partner organizations throughout the city, travelling to host events and Q&A sessions as required.
- Coordinates workshops and events including career coaching and artist networking sessions.
- Manages the professional video recording sessions in Koerner Hall.
- Works with marketing to coordinate all publications including social media, website, and print media assets related to Rebanks Family Fellowship Program activities.
- Oversees the planning and execution of all Rebanks Fellows’ international performance residencies and processes reimbursement of all expenses.
- Prepares and coordinates contracts, schedules, travel and accommodation arrangements, and payments for visiting and collaborative artists.
- Administers, tracks, and reports on annual program budget including processing of expenses and invoices to AP.
- Tracking and reporting additional pay for GGS faculty related to Rebanks program activities.
- Collaborates with the Development department in the preparation of the program’s annual report, as well as performance requests for fundraising events.
GGS Special Projects & Operations Support
- Supports GGS with developing and maintaining relationships with organizations for engagement of external outreach performances and opportunities.
- Plans and facilitates the logistics for the production of the Piano Showcase and Vocal Showcase programs in the Mazzoleni Hall Concert Series. Provides additional support to assist with Mazzoleni Masters concerts as required.
- Plans and facilitates the logistics for the production of the GGS’ annual competitions, including the Chamber Competition and the Corcoran Concerto Competition.
- Assists with contracting and travel arrangements for visiting artists and adjudicators related to these events.
- Collaborates with GGS Assistant Dean, Academics to engage student performers for all events not part of the regular academic season, such as performances in Koerner Hall and onsite/offsite events for GGS donors.
- Designs and prints programs for at-will external student performances at the request of the Associate Director, Operations, Dean, and/or Assistant Dean, Academics.
- Coordinates all activities for the Sir Elton John Exchange Programme and other student exchanges as assigned.
- Provides artist and administrative support for the biennial RCM Violin Symposium, including but not limited to booking accommodations for visiting performers, tracking all expenses, processing payments for guest performers and clinicians, and processing payments to faculty participants.
- Performs other duties as required
Job Details
Location:
Toronto, Ontario
Pay and Benefits
Salary Range:
$52,000 — $55,000
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications and Experience:
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in music or a related field plus a minimum of 3 years of performing arts administration and/or management experience in the arts and culture/performance sector.
- Exceptional communication skills (both verbal & written) with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating tact and diplomacy at all times.
- Demonstrated ease and comfort in meeting and working with visiting personalities, professionals in the industry (i.e., designers, music-presenters, publishers, agents, producers, etc.), sponsors, recording and broadcast companies, film distributors, and government agencies.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, effectively manages competing priorities and deadlines.
- Possesses solid analytical and research skills.
- High degree of initiative and the ability to solve problems.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated experience with various social media platforms.
- Occasional requirements to work outside regular office hours.
- Some involvement to work at off-site performances as well as in-house events as required.
Application Process
Will non-shortlisted applicants be notified?
– No.
Will some interview questions be provided in advance?
– No.
To apply, please visit www.rcmusic.com.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and current résumé online (please upload a single file combining both documents) at www.rcmusic.com/about-us/careers-royal-conservatory. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been identified. The RCM is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the RCM’s Anti-Racism, Access and Equity Policy, accommodation will be provided at any stage of in the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are asked to make their accommodation needs known when they have been contacted for an interview. The RCM thanks all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.