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Employment & Auditions

Be part of a leading arts organization that strives to make our community a better place to live. We believe in the power of music to connect and strengthen our community, and we do just that through exceptional musical experiences on and off the stage.

The Charlotte Symphony is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants of diverse background and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Different makes us better.

Open Staff Positions

 

Institutional Giving Coordinator (Part-time)

Reporting to the Director of Corporate & Institutional Relations, the Corporate & Foundation Giving Coordinator is responsible for researching prospects; writing, editing, managing, and tracking recurring grant proposals, sponsorship solicitations and reports; and coordinating the Symphony's stewardship and recognition of corporate, foundation and government supporters. >> Learn More

Upcoming Auditions

 

Third Horn & Assistant/Utility Horn

Combined Audition for Both Positions: March 24-26, 2024
Applications Due: February 25, 2024
Required Repertoire

 

Principal Bassoon

Audition Dates: April 7-9, 2024
Applications Due: March 10, 2024
Required Repertoire

ABOUT THE POSITIONS

Employment for all positions are available starting September 2024.
  • The minimum weekly salary for Assistant/Utility Horn is currently $1,206.88.
  • The minimum weekly salary for Third Horn is currently $1,206.88.
  • The minimum weekly salary for Principal Bassoon is currently $1,448.26.
The 2023-24 season is 38 weeks, including an optional 4-week Summer Season. Benefits include three weeks' paid vacation, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance with 90% employer premium contribution, Instrument Insurance, $360 Electronic Media Guarantee and 8.72% employer contribution to AFM/Employer's Pension plan. All provisions of the Master Agreement are subject to renegotiation for the 2024-25 season.

 

TO APPLY

Highly qualified applicants should express an interest in auditioning by:
  • Email: auditions@charlottesymphony.org. Please type "Horn Audition" or "Bassoon Audition" in the subject of your email.
  • Mail: Charlotte Symphony - Orchestra Personnel Manager, 128 S. Tryon Street, Suite 350, Charlotte, NC 28202
Resumes are not required. No telephone calls please.