POSITION DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting program directors with all activities relating to CMA's grant programs
- Fielding inquiries and providing information to grant/award seekers and grantees
- Formatting program guidelines, application and report forms in Adobe and MS Word for web posting and distribution
- Coordinating review panels, including travel/hotel arrangements, distribution of materials, catering , note-taking, and compiling panel scores
- Assisting with grant program publicity and advertising
- Assisting with proposals and reports to CMA program funders
- Assisting with website content, archive maintenance, research, and data entry
- Performing general administrative and clerical tasks
- Participating in CMA-wide initiatives and events as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, with significant coursework in music and/or arts management
- Minimum of two years work experience, preferably in the arts
- Proficiency with both Mac and PC, and with Microsoft Office, Adobe and basic music recording/editing and e-mail/scheduling software
- Background in classical/contemporary and jazz music
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Good organizational skills; ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently, in a team and with the public
SALARY
$30,000 plus benefits package
TO APPLY
Submit resume, cover letter and three references by email no later than April 30, 2010 to: Kevin Russell, Director of Administration, [email protected].
In your cover letter, please highlight the aspects of your experience that are relevant for this position, and state why you are interested in working with Chamber Music America. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Chamber Music America was founded in 1977 to develop and strengthen an evolving chamber music community. With a membership of over 6,000, including musicians, ensembles, presenters, artists managers, educators, music businesses, and advocates of ensemble music, CMA welcomes members representing a wide range of musical styles and traditions. In addition to its funding programs, CMA provides its members with consulting services, access to health and instrument insurance, conferences, seminars and several publications, including Chamber Music magazine and a website.
Chamber Music America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer.
