Orchestra Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Winthrop Position Title

Orchestra Assistant

Job Purpose

To support the operations of the Winthrop Symphony Orchestra with library maintenance,

equipment management, and stage management.

Duties and Responsibilities

For the orchestra library: processing new music acquisitions (stamping, numbering,

cataloging), maintaining folder contents for all musicians, copying bowings into string

parts, photocopying, filing, and managing inventory.

For stage management: assisting with the set-up and break-down of chairs, music stands

and other equipment for rehearsals and performances.

Other duties as assigned to support general orchestra operations.

Qualifications

Music major or minor, ability to read music in treble and bass clefs, knowledge of markings

for string bowings, ability to lift chairs and stands, ability to meet deadlines, and

professional interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

Music education major, string player (violin, viola, cello, or bass), familiarity with alto and

tenor clefs, and previous orchestral experience.

Pay Rate

7.25

Type of Position

Federal Work Study

Position Level

Undergraduate

Hours Per Week

4-8

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2025SD0482P

Open Date

08/22/2025

Close Date

09/30/2025

Desired Start Date

08/25/2025

End Date

12/16/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE

*Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.

*Please complete the entire application, including all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant meets the position qualifications.

*Students who are paid by the hour must enter all hours worked on their time sheet each day they work and submit completed time sheets by the deadline. Failure to do so may prevent future employment.