Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2024 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the global top institution for both Music and Performing Arts by Subject.
The Royal College of Music is seeking to appoint an Orchestra Coordinator to join the busy Performance & Programming department. This is an opportunity to join a team that has responsibility for planning and organising all orchestral and large ensemble concerts at the RCM including performances by Symphony Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera Orchestra, New Perspectives, Jazz Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Brass Ensemble. This role involves working closely with students, staff, professors and orchestral musicians.
Key duties include:
• Coordinating the orchestral and large ensemble performance programme, including assisting on the day to day running of these projects
• Preparing and distributing music
• Setting up orchestral and large ensemble rehearsals and stage managing concerts
We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:
• You should have a good knowledge of classical music, instruments, scores and orchestral practice.
• You should have the ability to understand the practical implications of a music score, particularly regarding instrumentation and stage layout.
• You should be able to manage a busy workload working proactively, flexibly and creatively, as well as remain calm under pressure, maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
This post is offered on a permanent, full-time basis and is immediately available.
How to apply
For full details of this position please download the Applicant Information Pack above.
To apply, please complete the following forms, which can be downloaded from further down this page:
- Application Form
- Equal Opportunities Form
Completed forms should be returned by email to Human Resources at recruitment@rcm.ac.uk or by post to Human Resources, Royal College of Music, Prince Consort Road, London SW7 2BS. Please ensure that you include the Job Reference Number when submitting your application.
If you are applying by email, please state clearly in the subject line the title of the post for which you are applying.
If you need to receive this documentation in an alternative format please contact recruitment@rcm.ac.uk to discuss your requirements.
CVs without an application form will not be accepted. All applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.
The Royal College of Music is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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