Band and Orchestra Product Specialist

The position has been created primarily to provide product-specific expertise and business support throughout the product life cycle for the Band & Orchestral division (comprised of the Woodwinds and Orchestral Strings brands). The position will report to the Orchestral Product Manager and will work collaboratively with all members of the Band & Orchestra division. The position is generally involved in and periodically responsible for all cross-functional tasks associated with product management, including data analysis, market research, product development, product information management, consumer and trade marketing, sales training, artist relations, and sales support. This is a multi-disciplinary role with a high degree of interaction among product management, strategy, marketing, engineering, operations, and sales departments.

This is a hybrid role. You'll be required to work on-site in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, or more frequently if needed. Please note that while the primary office is located in Farmingdale, you may occasionally be asked to work in the Brooklyn office. Domestic and international travel 20-30%, including travel to regional offices as needed. International travel approximately 3-4 times per year according to specific business needs.  

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, music, music business, or music education
Competent Musician who plays an orchestral stringed instrument
Able to communicate fluently with performers, educators, instrument builders, and other music industry professionals in both orchestral strings and woodwinds settings
1+ years of product development, marketing, or general business experience
Music industry, music retail or music education experience a plus
Fluent in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Proficient in social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and social media aggregate tools like Hootsuite or other similar platforms).