Assistant Orchestra Conductor

The Assistant Conductor of the Helena Symphony Orchestra serves as a member of the artistic staff, as the “cover conductor” for the Music Director and any guest conductors, and conducts concert series as assigned. The Assistant Conductor will conduct several educational concerts, including working with the Education Coordinator to program and organize the Symphony Kids concerts. The Assistant Conductor will also attend most rehearsals and be prepared to conduct the Helena Symphony Orchestra, including the Masterworks Concert Series, Non-Series Concerts, Benefit Concert, and others as assigned. The Assistant Conductor may also receive one-on-one instruction from the Music Director to review repertoire and monthly lessons.

The position exists to support the Helena Symphony’s mission and the artistic vision of the Music Director. The Assistant Conductor is responsible for working with and assisting the Helena Symphony in an open, efficient, and professional manner, and assisting the staff in the accomplishment of the Helena Symphony’s mission. The position is a part-time position paying $8,000-$12,000, along with monthly instruction and conducting several education concerts, and the possibility for additional performances. The Symphony may provide housing if the Assistant Conductor chooses to commute.

* Review the full Job Posting
* Send letter of interest, resume, repertoire conducted, and links to videos 10-20 minutes in duration (preferably in rehearsal and performance)
* Select candidates may be invited to audition with the Helena Symphony Orchestra.
* Deadline to receive materials is 31 March 2025 with finalists potentially conducting part of a rehearsal the first week in May 2025.
* Send materials to Rehanna Olson, Director of Artistic Planning (artisticplanning@helenasymphony.org).