The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is Australia’s preeminent orchestra, dedicated to creating meaningful experiences that transcend borders and connect communities. Through the shared language of music, the MSO delivers performances of the highest standard, enriching lives and inspiring audiences across the globe.
With a history spanning more than a century, the MSO reaches five million people annually through performances, TV, radio, online broadcasts, and recordings.
Led by Chief Conductor and Artistic Advisor, Jaime Martín, the MSO brings music to all corners of the community, ensuring that everyone, regardless of background or location, can share in the transformative power of music.
Current opportunities
Jams Program Coordinator
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is looking for an enthusiastic and organised administrator to join the Learning and Engagement team as Jams Coordinator to support our Jams for Juniors and Jams in Schools programs.
Jams for Juniors and Jams in Schools are musical workshops for children aged 0-5 and primary school age respectively. These programs aim to introduce our youngest listeners to the joys of orchestral music and instruments through interactive workshops.
The Jams Coordinator works with the Artist-in-Residence for Learning and Engagement, Head of Learning and Engagement, and Artistic and Engagement Manager to deliver the operational requirements of the Jams in Schools and Jams for Juniors programs.
The Jams Coordinator serves as the MSO’s representative at all events and is responsible for, but not limited to:
- Communicate with schools including recruitment, scheduling, and logistics;
- Liaise with Artist in Residence regarding scheduling, repertoire, musician booking and logistics;
- Coordinate production of learning resources and distribution to schools;
- Management of musicians including booking, distribution of schedules and music;
- Oversight of performance delivery including artist liaison, orchestra management and production supervision;
- Maintenance of Jams in Schools databases;
- Ensure ChildSafe compliancy.
Due to the nature of this position, flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, e.g. weekends, is essential.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a current resume and cover letter to Alex Fitzgerald, People and Culture Business Partner at jointheteam@mso.com.au.
A detailed Position Description can be found at the link below.
Operations Coordinator
Join our dynamic team at the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra as Operations Coordinator. This role ensures the seamless delivery of our artistic activity by acting as a key liaison between programming, commercial, and operations teams. The Operations Coordinator will coordinate schedules, venue bookings, and provide essential support for rehearsals and performances.
Key responsibilities include maintaining the MSO season schedule in ArtsVision, coordinating travel and accommodation for regional tours, and supporting the Operations Department's administrative needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in arts administration, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
We value innovation, collaboration, respect, and diversity. If you are passionate about the arts and an eye for detail, we invite you to apply and contribute to our mission of creating exceptional musical experiences for the people of Victoria.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a current resume and cover letter to Alex Fitzgerald, People and Culture Business Partner at jointheteam@mso.com.au.
A detailed Position Description can be found at the link below.
- Early applications are encouraged, and applications will be assessed as they are received.
- Only applicants proceeding to interview stage in the process will be contacted.
MSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSO is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Your privacy is important to MSO. It is the policy of MSO to respect the confidentiality of information and privacy of individuals. Personal information provided by you as part of your application (whether oral, electronic, or written) will be collected and processed for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. In order to carry out this purpose, your information may be disclosed to appropriate persons in our offices. Any information we hold will be governed by the most current version of the MSO Privacy Policy and relevant legislation.
