Orchestrators transpose music and write scores for orchestra based off a composer’s initial draft or sketch. They work with arrangers, artists, producers, and performers to prepare and finish music... Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$62,377Salary Range:$13K-$122KAlt Titles:None
Leads violin section of the orchestra, performs as a soloist, decides on bowings for the first violins, and works closely with the Conductor. Learn MoreSalary Range:Up to $621,510Alt Titles:Section Leader, 1st Violinist
Conductors lead orchestras, operas, and other musical ensembles during live performances. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$49,435Salary Range:$25K-$148KAlt Titles:Chief Conductor, Principle Conductor, Maestro, Music Director
Music Librarians answer reference questions, interact with the public, process donations, and help catalogue and sometime digitize collections. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$55,169Salary Range:$38K-$89KAlt Titles:Librarian
Personnel Directors handle human resources for the orchestra, hiring musicians and ensuring their working conditions are up to par. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$82,213Salary Range:$25K - $133KAlt Titles:Personnel Manager
Leads a section of the orchestra, sometimes supervises rehearsals with the section, and assigns parts to musicians. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$66,817Salary Range:$33K - $113KAlt Titles:None
Coordinates press and promotions of orchestra, may handle advertising. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$94,890Salary Range:$62K-$138KAlt Titles:PR Director, Director of Press Relations, Publicity Director
Supervises general accounting, including accounts payable and receivable and sourcing competitive bidding for office equipment. Attends board meetings and staffs finance committees. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$63,388Salary Range:$39K to $97KAlt Titles:Business Manager, Director of Business Operations, Finance Director
Managing Directors oversee the orchestra’s daily operations, strategic planning, and the different departments responsible for fundraising, event production, and so on. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$200,184Salary Range:$90K-$320KAlt Titles:Executive Director
A Stage Manager makes sure the day-to-day operations of a concert hall or other musical venue run smoothly. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$54,000Salary Range:$29K - $67KAlt Titles:None
Rehearses, performs, and sometimes records with an orchestra. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$60,229Salary Range:$40K - $80KAlt Titles:Classical Musician, Section Player
Manages the day-to-day operations of the ticketing offices, maintains the ticketing system, ensures patrons receive their tickets, and supervises the box office. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$93,776Salary Range:$58K - $142KAlt Titles:Head of Subscriptions, Ticket Service Director, Ticket Services Manager
Orchestra Managers handle contracts with musicians, venues, and vendors. They also help manage rehearsals, event logistics, and operations personnel. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$61,500Salary Range:$49K-$74KAlt Titles:General Manager, Vice President of Operations
Oversees philanthropic and marketing support received from individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies on behalf of the orchestra. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$99,856Salary Range:$64K-$153KAlt Titles:Fundraising Director
Catalogs and orders music for the orchestra, assists Conductor by copying scores and sheet music. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$55,169Salary Range:$38K-$89KAlt Titles:Performance Librarian
Education Directors plan, coordinate, and implement an orchestra’s educational community outreach programs for local children and adults. Learn MoreAvg. Salary:$63,632Salary Range:$39K-$105kAlt Titles:Director of Education, Education Director
