EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT ENCORE

Interested applicants should email their resume with their desired position in the subject line:

Jessica Boyce - Operations Manager, ENCORE Chamber Music Institute

operations@encorechambermusic.org

SEASONAL STAFF

Production Manager

Dates: May 27-June 24, 2025

Place: Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills OH 44040

The Production Manager provides support in organizing production logistics for ENCORE Chamber Music Institute’s 2025 summer festival which includes:

7 Music & Ideas Concerts
6 Summer Academy Concerts 
15 ENCORE in CLE community concerts

The Production Manager is a full-time position requiring evening and weekend hours from May 27th through June 24th, 2025. The first week includes remote work before arriving on-site by May 30th. The Production Manager will work with ENCORE staff to create an in-person work schedule. Benefits of the job include attendance at ENCORE season events and exposure to ENCORE’s distinguished artist faculty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Pre-Festival (Includes remote work)

    • Curate a concert management protocol in collaboration with the House Manager

    • Coordinate with venue staff regarding stage set-up, stage lights, etc.

    • Create a list of production needs for each concert including dressing room assignments

    • Coordinate with venue staff for lighting/audio staffing needs (venue contact details will be provided by Head of Operations)

  • Provide support in preparation for the First Day of the festival

  • During the festival

  • Dress rehearsal management

    • Document stage set-up and lighting needs for each piece

    • Communicate the documented stage needs to respective personnel: Direct the team of Audio Engineers, Lighting Director (on site), and stage crews comprised of work-study students

    • Communicate any logistical or programmatic changes made during rehearsal to the Head of Operations and Artistic Director

  • Dressing room management 

    • Prepare Rider Items, snacks and water for each concert

    • Dressing room signage

  • Concert Management

    • Manage stage set-up, lighting direction, set transitions, and backstage artist management - communicate to artists backstage when they are “on deck”.

    • Ensure smooth operation of concerts in collaboration with ENCORE’s House Manager

  • Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Head of Operations or Artistic Director of ENCORE

Qualifications:

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

  • Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to take initiative

  • Ability to take direction and work in a team environment

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with a positive attitude

  • Knowledge of classical music and interest in an arts administration career

  • Must have valid driver's license and a clean driving record

  • Appreciation for the mission of ENCORE Chamber Music Institute

Conditions:

  • $4,000 compensation for 4 weeks

  • Host family accommodation provided

  • Rental car provided for shared use between House and Production Managers

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House Manager

Dates: May 27-June 24, 2025

Place: Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills OH 44040

The House Manager assists the Head of Operations and Artistic Director with the organization and management of box office, audience experience, and front-of-house logistics for ENCORE Chamber Music Institute’s summer festival.

7 Music & Ideas events
6 Summer Academy Concerts 
15 ENCORE in CLE community concerts

The House Manager is a full-time position requiring evening and weekend hours from May 27 through June 24th, 2024. The first week includes remote work before arriving on-site by May 30th. The House Manager will work with ENCORE staff to create an in-person work schedule. Benefits of the job include attendance at ENCORE season events and exposure to ENCORE’s distinguished artist faculty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Pre-Festival

    • Curate a concert management protocol in collaboration with the Production Manager with the organization tools provided by ENCORE

    • Curate patron-experience evaluation system

    • Coordinate with venue staff regarding house open/close times, box office needs, house lights, etc. (venue contact details will be provided by Head of Operations)

    • Prep communications to ticket holders for each concert in collaboration with Production Manager and Operations Manager

    • Provide support in preparation for the First Day of the festival

  • During the festival

    • Manage event setup, adjusting to aesthetics of event space (room layout, signage)

    • Delegate audience entry and ticket scanning process and responsibilities with work study students

    • Contribute to enhancing the patron-experience of the festival and oversee the evaluation

    • Collaborate closely with Production Manager to ensure smooth operation of concerts

  • Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Head of Operations or Artistic Director of ENCORE

Qualifications:

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

  • Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to take initiative

  • Ability to take direction and work in a team environment

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with a positive attitude

  • Knowledge of classical music and interest in an arts administration career

  • Must have valid driver's license and a clean driving record

  • Appreciation for the mission of ENCORE Chamber Music Institute

Conditions:

  • $4,000 compensation for 4 weeks

  • Host family accommodation provided

  • Rental car provided for shared use between House and Production Managers

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Assistant to the Artistic Director

Dates: May 27-June 24, 2025

Place: Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills OH 44040

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our team as an Assistant to the Artistic Director. This position is an essential part of the administrative team during our June season supporting the Artistic Director in collaboration with the Operations Manager and acting as artist liaison with the Summer Academy faculty and visiting artists. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the arts, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to manage a wide range of tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

7 Music & Ideas events
6 Summer Academy Concerts 
15 ENCORE in CLE community concerts

The Assistant to the Artistic Director is a full-time position requiring evening and weekend hours from May 27 through June 24th, 2025. The first week includes remote work before arriving on-site by May 30th. The Assistant to the Artistic Director will work with ENCORE staff to create an in-person work schedule. Benefits of the job include attendance at ENCORE season events and exposure to ENCORE’s distinguished artist faculty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Pre-Festival

    • Coordinate travel and logistics for the Artistic Director and artists/faculty

    • Provide support in preparation for the First Day of the festival

  • During the festival

    • Act as a liaison between the Artistic Director, concert team, and artists/faculty

    • Assist with the planning and execution of performances

    • Help with coordination of logistics of Summer Academy and Music & Ideas Festival

    • Assist in overseeing on-site production details and ensure all artistic needs are met during events.

  • Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Head of Operations or Artistic Director of ENCORE

Qualifications:

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

  • Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to take initiative

  • Ability to take direction and work in a team environment

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with a positive attitude

  • Knowledge of classical music and interest in an arts administration career

  • Appreciation for the mission of ENCORE Chamber Music Institute

Conditions:

  • $4,000 compensation for 4 weeks

  • Host family accommodation provided

Review of materials will continue until the positions are filled.


Non-Discrimination Policy

ENCORE Chamber Music does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability neither in the recruitment, hiring, and treatment of its hiring faculty and staff, nor in the daily operation of ENCORE Chamber Music’s programs.