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JAZZ LEADERS FELLOWSHIP 2023-2024

The Jazz Leaders Fellowship

Now in its third year, the Jazz Leaders Fellowship provides Black women and Black non-binary jazz musicians with resources to further develop their craft and pursue projects that advance their careers.

The Mission of the Jazz Leaders Fellowship is to:

  • support emerging jazz musicians in creating original music
  • support the careers of Black women and Black non-binary jazz musicians to help increase their representation in the field
  • broaden the presence of BKCM in the jazz community
  • expose BKCM’s students to diverse emerging teachers.

Click here to learn more about the 2023-2024 fellowship package.

The program was conceived by BKCM Board member Daniel DiPietro and developed by the Jazz Leaders Fellowship Committee, led by musician and educator Fay Victor.

The fellowship is made possible by the generous support of DiPietro and his wife Alexis and includes a $12,500 award. Additionally, BKCM will empower and aid recipients in their paths toward music leadership through teaching and performance opportunities, access to BKCM’s rehearsal spaces, participation in BKCM’s Jazz Program advisory panel and more.

Fay Victor (Chair of the JLF Committee) will host two virtual information sessions on Thursday, April 6 (8:30-9:30pm) and Friday, April 7 (10-11am). Anyone interested in applying for the Jazz Leaders Fellowship is strongly encouraged to attend one of these sessions.

Click here for more information on BKCM’s Jazz Leaders Fellowship program and to apply.

MARKETING ASSOCIATE

Position Summary

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music  (“BKCM” or “the Conservatory”) is a non-profit community music school based in Brooklyn, NY. We provide high-quality music education and music therapy to more than 7,000 New Yorkers out of our home in Park Slope, and at more than 70 public schools and community-based organizations across the five boroughs of New York City. Our FY23 budget is approximately $6.5 mm, of which we will raise approximately $1.75 – $2.25 mm from private individuals, corporations, foundations, and government. For more information on the Conservatory, please visit our website: www.bkcm.org and www.bkcm.org/reports.

BKCM is seeking one full time Marketing Associate to join our dynamic and growing marketing team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. They will support the development and execution of marketing and communications initiatives (content, communications, campaigns, website, etc.). This candidate must also have strong experience writing and editing communications and web copy for public-facing platforms (media alerts, social media, emails). The Marketing Associate is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Marketing & Development. Position will also help and manage project assignments for contractors and freelance vendors in several aspects of the job, and will work collaboratively with staff and faculty in the execution of all tasks. This role requires flexibility to work some nights and weekends with a $55,000-$60,000 salary range, plus medical, dental, vision, and auxiliary insurance benefits, and paid time off.

Key responsibilities:

  • Write, edit and prepare content for publication including, but not limited to social media, ads, emails, media alerts, etc.
  • Ensure accuracy and clarity of communications as well as consistency and alignment with key organizational and marketing objectives
  • Work with team members to publish content to websites and maintain email schedules
  • Assist in providing monthly metrics
  • Assign projects to additional members via project management platform; follow-up to ensure projects are completed
  • Assist with events as needed
  • Provide marketing support to BKCM program departments
  • Provide meeting recaps and action steps 
  • Act as a brand steward, upholding brand and standards and consistency in all projects
  • Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Required:

  • Degree/certification  in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field
  • 3+ years of experience working in a similar or related position, non-profit experience preferred
  • Excellent writing and editing/proofing abilities (writing samples required)
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Vimeo/YouTube, WordPress and various social media platforms
  • Strong knowledge of project management and content distribution platforms (such as Asana, MailChimp, etc.)
  • Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines and high expectations
  • Adept working in a hybrid environment

Preferred:

  • Simple content creation (i.e.: Canva, InDesign) experience is a plus.
  • Social-media saavy
  • WordPress experience
  • Familiarity with non-profits and databases
  • Long-term interest in marketing, communications and event management
  • Affinity for humanities/arts/culture and/or arts education
  • Bilingual a plus

Soft Skills needed:

  • Strong creativity, collaborative skills and the ability to self-start
  • Flexibility with changes in task and priorities along with using sound judgment 
  • Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds, training, and experience

Working Conditions

Generally-office/school environment, but may work on a hybrid schedule for in-person meetings with staff and donors as needed. Hot desking is the norm; you may also be required to attend weekend and/or evening events.

To apply, please submit a resume, brief cover letter, and writing samples with the subject line “Marketing Associate” to hiring@bkcm.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music aims to transform lives and build community through music’s expressive, educational, and therapeutic powers.

Founded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborates with more than 50 organizations, including schools, youth, social service and senior centers, as well other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction, music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan. 

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other factors prohibited by law. 

In addition to our equal opportunity commitment, BKCM is deeply committed to inclusion and belonging for all. to a transformative Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion effort. We encourage applications from job-seekers from underrepresented identities in arts administration and nonprofit leadership, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, Latine/a/o/x, AAPI, and other people of color, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, and neurodiverse people.

SUMMER ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

BKCM Summer Administrative Coordinator 

BKCM is seeking a Summer Administrative Coordinator to oversee and manage our catalog of summer programs, in particular, BKCM’s summer camps. The Summer Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for student and faculty support, collaborating with and assisting the music/programming directors of each camp, and working with BKCM’s marketing team to promote summer programs. 

This position ranges from 10 hours per month, from September to June (mostly remote), to 30 hours per week, from July to August with an expectation that the Summer Administrative Coordinator will work mostly in person during the summer season. Must be available on weekends. Must be a great verbal and written communicator, responsive, possess a friendly and upbeat personality with parents, staff, students and faculty. Experience working with children of all ages, particularly young children, and high touch communication with parents preferred.

Salary Range: $8,500 – $12,500

Deadline to Apply: December 31st

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@bkcm.org with the subject line Summer Administrative Coordinator by December 31, 2022.

Duties

  • Help manage camp registration in coordination with Registration staff 
  • Provide support for camp directors, faculty and students
  • Be responsible for overseeing and enforcing any relevant health and safety policies
  • Order supplies and purchase camp materials as needed
  • Manage and oversee personnel for tech, gear and setup 
  • Oversee summer camp budget in coordination with Program Directors
  • Oversee payroll and payments for faculty and guest artists in coordination with finance and programming administrative staff
  • Manage and hire interns, junior counselors and other support staff. 
  • Manage website details for each camp
  • Manage onsite operations of camp including student rosters, subs, room needs and student issues, including emergency response if needed 
  • Coordinate camp training sessions for directors
  • Manage daily schedules, signage and room assignments. 
  • Manage communication to families and students with updates. 

About the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music:

Founded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborates with more than 50 organizations including schools, and youth, social service and senior centers, as well other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction, music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan.

Mission: The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music: transforming lives and building community through the expressive, educational and therapeutic powers of music.

Core Values: BKCM is committed to providing a nurturing environment that promotes and personifies excellence, collaboration, and community for individuals engaged in performing and music study.

DEI Statement:

BKCM is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and culture. We believe that our staff and faculty should reflect the members of our student and client community to provide the most accessible music education and therapy services to our constituencies. We are working towards making BKCM’s team fully reflective of Brooklyn’s diverse communities. We strongly encourage BIPOC, AAPI, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQIA+ and all applicants of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds to apply.

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law.

MISSION/BRAND AMBASSADOR - (Part-Time/Temporary)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Schedule Varies-as needed
Pay: $25/hr

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) is hiring Mission/Brand Ambassadors for community engagement (“Brand Ambassadors”). The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music hosts over 200 concerts, recitals and events per year out of our Park Slope home and at various venues around Brooklyn. Events are typically on weekday evenings and during the day and evenings on weekends. Brand Ambassadors will be hired on an as-needed basis for our robust event calendar.  Brand Ambassadors are required to interact positively with donors, artists, students and concertgoers of all ages and abilities including special needs populations, and all members of the BKCM community.

The ideal candidate would have experience making public announcements, engaging in a public-facing role and being a comfortable multi-tasker.  Brand Ambassadors serve as enthusiastic representatives at BKCM’s events and other programs and are expected to present BKCM in a professional and responsible manner in line with BKCM’s brand and mission.

Brand Ambassadors report to the Marketing and Development Department with additional supervision from special events coordinators and other BKCM staff as is appropriate for each event. Events staff hours fluctuate based on BKCM’s busy events schedule and hours available. Individuals seeking rolling basis, shift-based work with backgrounds or interests in music, education, and nonprofit arts are strongly encouraged to apply. The pay rate is $25 per hour.

Brand Ambassadors’ primary responsibilities (based on the event):

  • Promote awareness of our mission, programs, fundraising initiatives and activities
  • Solicit for donations/support of our work
  • Make public announcements 
  • Track attendance and demographics
  • Set up, breakdown and/or distribution of marketing materials
  • Collection and data-entry of email addresses
  • Take photos/videos for social media posting/archival purposes
  • Miscellaneous special events tasks

Seasonal attendance at a paid training session(s) is required. Fingerprinting and background checks will be completed at hiring.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent public speaking skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, warm personality
  • Responsive, punctual, and timely
  • Ability to work on a variable schedule
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Experience with ticketing platforms and point of sale platforms, i.e. Square, Zkipster, etc. a plus
  • Valid driver’s license a plus
  • Some heavy lifting may be required

To apply, please submit a resume and a short letter of interest to Rose Crichton-White at rose.crichton@bkcm.org.

About Open Stages:

Open Stages is BKCM’s FREE community music festival. On Saturday, May 21 from 3–7pm, Open Stages 2022 will bring people together and spread good vibes throughout the neighborhood in a celebration of community, culture and Brooklyn’s vibrant music scene. Stoops, school lots, parks, gardens and sidewalks host more than 150 musicians throughout the day, including classical musicians, hip hop artists, marching bands, kids groups, and so much more.

Proceeds from the event help to support BKCM’s community programs, which bring music education and music therapy to thousands of people across all five boroughs of New York City.

About the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music:

Founded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborates with more than 50 organizations including schools, and youth, social service and senior centers, as well other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction, music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan.

Mission:

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music: transforming lives and building community through the expressive, educational and therapeutic powers of music.

Core Values:

BKCM is committed to providing a nurturing environment that promotes and personifies excellence, collaboration, and community for individuals engaged in performing and music study.

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

DEI Statement:

BKCM is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and culture. We believe that our staff and faculty should reflect the members of our student and client community to provide the most accessible music education and therapy services to our constituencies. We are working towards making BKCM’s team fully reflective of Brooklyn’s diverse communities. We strongly encourage BIPOC, AAPI, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQIA+ and all applicants of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds to apply.

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law.

EVENTS/SOUND STAFF

POSITION DESCRIPTION

*We are currently actively hiring for this position, in particular we are looking for people with good live sound mixing skills.*

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) is excited to be growing our Events & Live Sound Tech Staff (“Events Staff”). The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music hosts over 200 concerts, recitals and events per year out of our Park Slope home and at various venues around Brooklyn. Events are typically on weekday evenings and during the day and evenings on weekends. Event Staff will be hired on an as-needed basis for our robust event calendar.

Our Events Staff have three primary responsibilities based on event:

        • Front of house / box office – setting up and running box office and merchandise purchasing, check-in, welcoming and greeting of guests, representing the Conservatory, volunteer coordination, and closing out/reporting on events.
        • Live sound / tech – setting up and running live sound; video projection; zoom streaming; facilities set up including Concert Hall seating and reception. In the BKCM Recital Hall where most events take place, AV skills include: setting up backline, setting up microphones and stands, running a 16 channel wireless mixer with an iPad, creating and cueing lighting presets, setting up and running video projection if needed.
        • Virtual Hosting – Leading Zoom workshops including screen shares, breakout rooms, and streaming live programing.

The ideal candidate would have both front and back of house experience and be a comfortable multi-tasker, capable of moving between roles that support a variety of needs at different kinds of events. Candidates should be welcoming, responsive, adaptive and strong troubleshooters. Events Staff are often responsible for after-hours security of the building.

The size of our Events Staff varies from event to event. Many events can be run by a single Event Staff person capable of both front and back of house tasks. Event Staff may have responsibility for managing / supervising an event volunteer. Other larger special events and fundraisers are staffed with multiple Event Staff with more specialized roles and responsibilities.

Events Staff serve are enthusiastic ambassadors for BKCM’s events and other programs and are expected to represent BKCM in a professional and responsible manner in line with BKCM’s brand and mission. We are seeking outgoing, proactive individuals who are comfortable engaging with the public. Previous customer service experience is a plus.

Seasonal attendance at a paid training session is required. Fingerprinting and background checks will be completed at hiring.

Events Staff report to the Events Manager with additional supervision from special events coordinators and other BKCM staff as is appropriate for each event. Events staff hours fluctuate based on BKCM’s busy events schedule and hours available. Individuals seeking rolling basis, shift based work with backgrounds or interests in music, education, and nonprofit arts are strongly encouraged to apply. Pay rate is $25 per hour.

Duties and responsibilities:

        • Run-of-show event coordination, including, but not limited to: setting up and running box office and merchandise purchasing; closing out events cashbox, volunteer coordination
        • Setting up and running live sound; facilities set up including Concert Hall seating and reception
        • Record keeping event data; tracking attendance and demographics
        • Accepting donations
        • Handing out Marketing materials, conversing about upcoming events.
        • Opening and/or locking and security of the building
        • Miscellaneous special events tasks, i.e., managing refreshment station, cake serving, ice cream scooping, etc.), opening and/or locking and securing the building

Skills:

        • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Events staff are required to interact positively with donors, artists, concertgoers of all ages and abilities including special needs populations, and all members of the BKCM community acting as ambassadors for the organization.
        • Live sound experience required and lighting experience a bonus
        • Experience with ticketing platforms and point of sale platforms, i.e. Square, Zkipster, etc. a plus
        • Responsive, punctual, and timely
        • Some heavy lifting will be required

To apply, please submit resume and short letter of interest to Events & Community Partners Manager Miranda Knutson at miranda.knutson@bkcm.org.

About the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music:
Founded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborates with more than 50 organizations including schools, and youth, social service and senior centers, as well other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction, music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan.

Mission:
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music: transforming lives and building community through the expressive, educational and therapeutic powers of music.

Core Values:
BKCM is committed to providing a nurturing environment that promotes and personifies excellence, collaboration, and community for individuals engaged in performing and music study.

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law.

DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATOR

Position Summary

Do you love:

  • Slicing and dicing data?
  • Working and co-learning as part of an intergenerational team? 
  • Finding connection through music?
  • Approaching your work with a racial equity lens? 

 

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music  (“BKCM” or “the Conservatory”) is a non-profit community music school based in Brooklyn, NY. We provide high-quality music education and music therapy to more than 7,000 New Yorkers out of our home in Park Slope, and at more than 70 public schools and community-based organizations across the five boroughs of New York City. Our FY23 budget is approximately $6.5 mm, of which we will raise approximately $1.75 – $2.25 mm from private individuals, corporations, foundations, and government. For more information on the Conservatory, please visit our website: www.bkcm.org and www.bkcm.org/reports.

BKCM is seeking a full-time Development Administrator to support all aspects of BKCM’s fundraising operations; they will be co-managed by the Individual Giving Officer and Institutional Giving Manager. The Development Administrator will be responsible for development administration, prospect research, and support of solicitation and stewardship cycles. They will be a much-valued member of a growing, fun, and creative team whose contributions are eagerly anticipated – we can’t wait to learn from you!

We are seeking candidates who’ve previously worked in development or have transferable experiences that demonstrate critical skills for this role such as creative problem-solving, the fortitude to keep the department on track, successfully utilizing various software platforms, and a track record of collaborating across diverse teams and stakeholders. We are looking for a candidate excited for new challenges who is searching for their next long-term role.

Our organization is fast-paced, and our hardworking staff is passionate about the Conservatory’s mission. This position will require flexible availability for occasional evening and weekend work, particularly around special event periods. Candidates should possess excellent organizational / project management skills, be curious and learning-minded, able to work independently and in collaboration, and technologically savvy. BKCM uses Salesforce as its CRM. This is a hybrid (remote and in-person) full-time position with a $50,000–$55,000 salary range + benefits commensurate with experience. 

Duties

  • Manage the timely acknowledgement of gifts and assure that all types of donations (cash, pledges, matching gifts, and planned gifts) are properly documented
  • Prepare accurate research on prospects and assemble materials for cultivation and solicitation visits
  • Highly organized and able to handle multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously, especially when life gets hectic
  • Ensure data integrity through accurate data entry and ongoing clean-up efforts
  • Produce smart, intuitive reports that illuminate data and support active decision-making
  • Generate clear, action-oriented meeting notes for the department 
  • Coordinate the production and distribution of recurring appeals and stewardship materials
  • Assist with the writing and editing of appeals, acknowledgements, donor news, reports, and proposals
  • Collaborate with various departments to plan joyful special events 
  • Manage and update all development support tools and resources needed in the department shared drive
  • Process incoming and outgoing mailings
  • Interact with external stakeholders both online and in person
  • Embody BKCM’s mission to celebrate music and find the fun

Skills Required

Minimum qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in an administrative environment
  • Excellent communication skills and judgment with the ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality
  • Proficient with Google Workspace, Powerpoint, and Excel; experience with Salesforce and/or similar CRM platforms
  • Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines and high expectations
  • Adept working in a hybrid environment
  • Passion for music and/or arts education a plus

Preferred

  • Familiarity with non-profits, research methods, data standards, and databases
  • Interest in fundraising
  • Affinity for the humanities/arts/culture and/or education

Working Conditions

Generally-office/school environment, but may work on a hybrid schedule for in-person meetings with staff and donors as needed. Hot desking is the norm; you may also be required to attend weekend and/or evening events.

Please email a letter of interest, current resume, and a writing sample to hiring@bkcm.org. The subject line must include “Development Administrator.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music

The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music aims to transform lives and build community through music’s expressive, educational, and therapeutic powers.

Founded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborates with more than 50 organizations, including schools, youth, social service and senior centers, as well other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction, music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan. 

BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other factors prohibited by law. 

In addition to our equal opportunity commitment, BKCM is deeply committed to inclusion and belonging for all. to a transformative Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion effort. We encourage applications from job-seekers from underrepresented identities in arts administration and nonprofit leadership, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, Latine/a/o/x, AAPI, and other people of color, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, and neurodiverse people.