Artistic Director

About This Role

This leadership role at the Chester County Youth Orchestra involves overseeing the organization's operations, logistics, and administrative functions. The Artistic Director will be the central point of communication and coordination, working with the Board, students, families, and community partners to ensure smooth execution of all programs and events. It suits a highly organized, proactive, and collaborative individual.

Responsibilities

• Lead student recruitment and retention initiatives
• Manage venue reservations and oversee rehearsal and concert logistics
• Track attendance and enforce attendance policies
• Coordinate volunteers, including ushers, event staff, and parent support
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and external partners
• Oversee fundraising support, sponsorship coordination, and donor stewardship
• Coordinate sponsor and donor communications
• Ensure compliance with organizational handbook policies and manage annual updates
• Attend all rehearsals, concerts, and CCYO events
• Manage and update social media platforms and the CCYO website
• Produce and distribute concert programs
• Oversee marketing, publicity, and audience development initiatives
• Serve as the primary administrator for all CCYO operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Music, Education, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Experience with marketing, social media, and communications platforms
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with board members, staff, students, and families
• Availability to attend all rehearsals and concerts

Nice to have:

• Experience with event planning, logistics coordination, or nonprofit administration
• Interest in music education and youth arts programming

Important Details

• Application deadline: May 26th
• Schedule: Rehearsals take place Wednesday evenings September through May; concerts, events, and fundraisers may take place on weekends

Application Process

• Submit a resume or CV
• Submit a brief cover letter outlining experience and interest
• Interviews to follow

About the Company

The Chester County Youth Orchestra (CCYO) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing young musicians in Southeastern Pennsylvania the opportunity to grow musically by performing challenging works from the standard orchestral repertoire. CCYO accepts talented musicians between the ages of 12 and 18 through an audition process.