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Performance Hall Manager
Performance Hall Manager
ABOUT COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER (CMC)
Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,300 students annually. Our expanded campus at our Mission District Branch, including a newly built Recital Hall, opened in January 2024.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Hall Manager position at Community Music Center will be a part of the CMC Hall Managers, working in support of the registration team, and will be the onsite representative of CMC during events in the Concert & Recital Halls. You will be the first person welcoming renters onsite and will help ensure that renters have the best experience possible at CMC. Hall Managers are scheduled on
an as-needed basis during CMC performances and Hall rentals, with a minimum four-hour shift.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Opening & Closing Campus
- Open and close the campus, developing a deep knowledge of our building’s operations and systems (training will be provided).
- Provide renters with access to equipment and facilities.
- Operate the alarm systems and make sure that the campus is secure using key cards and keys. Set up and break down chairs and tables for events.
- Operate CMC’s computer-controlled stage lighting system
Communications
- Receive information from and report to CMC Operations team concerning each rental, beforevand after each event.
- Relay messages promptly to relevant parties in case of emergencies.
- Welcome and speak directly with each renter about their specific needs and set up to ensure their event goes as smoothly as possible
- Continue to be in conversation with them and help them throughout their entire rental experience
- Stay in close contact with the CMC Receptionist when on site.
Equipment Management
- Set up portable speakers, microphones and music stands.
- Move amplifiers, drums and pianos (on casters) to optimal positions
Administrative & Customer Service Tasks:
- Assist with scheduling and room bookings, and communicate with CMC instructors to ensure the smooth operation of classes and events.
- Create a welcoming, hospitable and positive atmosphere for each event
- Resolve issues or escalate them to the appropriate onsite staff or CMC Operations staff when necessary
- Collect payments or reference rental agreements when necessary
- Learn and enact CMC’s de-escalation procedure and first aid procedure
Promotion and Marketing Assistance
- Take pictures during the event and complete a report following each event.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of music equipment and music event production
- Ability to carry over 40 lbs required
- Positive attitude in a busy environment
- Candidates fluent in both English and Spanish preferred
Working conditions: This is a part-time, exempt, in-person position. Performance Hall Managers are scheduled on an as needed basis, with a 4 hour minimum shift.
Compensation: This is a part-time position with an hourly rate of $23.00
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter in a single document PDF to CMCstaffopenings@sfcmc.org with your name and “Hall Manager” in the subject line. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Please note: Research has shown that people from groups who have been affected by gender, racial, and/or disability discrimination often apply to work opportunities only when they meet 100% of the requirements. We are most interested in having candidates who are passionate about CMC’s work and ready to approach the opportunity with enthusiasm leveraging their skills towards CMC’s mission and goals. We encourage applicants to apply whether or not they meet all the requirements.
Non-Discrimination Statement and Policy
Community Music Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, students, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Faculty Job Openings
Violin Instructor
Violin Instructor
Community Music Center CMC is looking for a violin instructor for our Mission District Branch to teach private lessons. The ideal candidate will possess the skills and passion to teach people of all ages, varying from beginner to more advanced levels. This position is scheduled to start in Winter Quarter 2025.
Status: Hourly beginning January 2025
Location and Hours: CMC Mission District Branch
Studio Times: Tuesdays, 3:00–7:00pm
Compensation: $46/hour. Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings, free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center (CMC): Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,400 students annually.
Application Process: Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. Please include “CMC Violin Faculty Position” in the subject of your email. Only those being considered will be contacted. No phone calls, please. CMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The faculty of Community Music Center share the belief that the joy and satisfaction of learning to make music should be available to everyone, regardless of age, talent or means. Community Music Center seeks instructors with experience teaching a variety of styles, including western classical, jazz, rock, blues, Latin, flamenco, middle eastern and Chinese music.
Community Music Center expects faculty to provide well-rounded, quality music instruction:
- encourage creativity, originality and personal expression
- establish consistency in attendance and progress
- demonstrate the value of proper practice habits
- exercise flexibility and sensitivity in response to the student
- tailor teaching to the individual needs, abilities, and goals of each student
- teach a full palette of fundamental musical skills
- turn momentary failures into positive lessons
- review previously learned material to establish continuity
- answer the students’ questions and encourage follow-up inquiry and research
- inspire students through passion, talents and love for teaching which in turn will foster their musical and personal growth
Neighborhood Choir Program Choir Director
Neighborhood Choir Program Choir Director
Community Music Center partners with senior and neighborhood centers throughout San Francisco to organize neighborhood choirs. These choirs provide an important musical experience to older adults and adults with disabilities while also promoting quality of life and well-being. CMC’s Award winning Neighborhood Choir Program for Older Adults & Adults with Disabilities has been recognized for supporting older adults quality of life – decreasing loneliness and increasing engagement with life. Choirs currently run at fifteen senior centers throughout San Francisco.
Purpose:
Direct a Community Choir of older adults at the Tel Hi Neighborhood Center to sing songs in Cantonese, and potentially other languages. This position includes developing repertoire, conducting choir rehearsals, coordinating with an accompanist, preparing participants for performances and participating in evaluation. The Choir Director will inspire the participants and set a tone for fun and friendly engagement through music. The position reports to the Program Director and is supported and works with a project team including an accompanist, the Neighborhood Choir Coordinator, and partner sites involved in the program.
Training will be provided on issues related to choir singing and older voices and the methods of this project.
Principal Job Responsibilities:
- Develop culturally relevant repertoire for a Community Choir(s) for older adults in conjunction with the project team.
- Train, rehearse and direct the Community Choir(s) including vocal/physical warm ups, learning music and preparing for public performance (in person, online and hybrid formats as needed).
- Support opportunities for socializing among choir participants including at rehearsal breaks and potlucks after performances.
- Take attendance at each choir session, ensure choir members sign in and following up with choir members who miss rehearsals.
- Work with CMC Neighborhood Choir Coordinator to coordinate details for the Choir’s public performances
- Work with accompanist to prepare music
- Work with CMC Neighborhood Choir Coordinator to supply written lyrics and music for participants
- Develop positive relationships with the choir and the project team through effective and timely oral and written interpersonal communications
- Arrange for a substitute Choir Director in his or her absence
- Participate in evaluation process of Choir(s)
Qualifications:
- Choral conducting experience required
- Knowledge of choral music and experience with a variety of musical styles and traditions
- Ability to arrange and transcribe music for chorus, facilitating growth in repertory suited to and reflective of the Choir community
- Ability to develop strong working relationship with an accompanist
- Energetic, with a willingness to learn from the senior community
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness of cultural background(s) of chorus members
- Bi-lingual Cantonese/English
- Excellent people skills, good communicator
- Problem solver who is able to kindly and firmly resolve conflict
- Able to work with diverse range of musical abilities and sensitivity to issues related to older voices
- Punctuality
Status: Hourly beginning April 2025
Location and Hours: Tel Hi Neighborhood Center in North Beach.
Days/Times to be confirmed, one two hour session/week on a weekday early afternoon: Pilot Project for 2025 with a possible renewal of residency after the pilot.
Compensation: $72/hour (this includes contact time and prep time). Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings, free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center (CMC): Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,400 students annually.
Application Process: Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. Please include “CMC Neighborhood Choir Director Position” in the subject of your email. In the cover letter, please share what styles of music you are most rooted in/familiar with and what language(s) you speak. Only those being considered will be contacted. No phone calls, please. CMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The faculty of Community Music Center share the belief that the joy and satisfaction of learning to make music should be available to everyone, regardless of age, talent or means. Community Music Center seeks instructors with experience teaching a variety of styles, including western classical, jazz, rock, blues, Latin, flamenco, middle eastern and Chinese music.
Community Music Center expects faculty to provide well-rounded, quality music instruction:
- encourage creativity, originality and personal expression
- establish consistency in attendance and progress
- demonstrate the value of proper practice habits
- exercise flexibility and sensitivity in response to the student
- tailor teaching to the individual needs, abilities, and goals of each student
- teach a full palette of fundamental musical skills
- turn momentary failures into positive lessons
- review previously learned material to establish continuity
- answer the students’ questions and encourage follow-up inquiry and research
- inspire students through passion, talents and love for teaching which in turn will foster their musical and personal growth
Choir Accompanist
Choir Accompanist
Community Music Center seeks an accompanist to accompany a Community Choir as part of a Community Music Center Neighborhood Choir Program for Older Adults & Adults with Disabilities. This choir for older adults is a collaboration between Community Music Center and a neighborhood senior center. Choir members practice, sing, help organize performances, and perform in the community. Learn more about the Neighborhood Choir Program for Older Adults & Adults with Disabilities here. Purpose: To accompany a Community Choir of older adults at the Tel Hi Neighborhood Center who will sing songs in Cantonese, and potentially other languages. The accompanist along with the Choir Director will inspire the participants and set a tone for fun and friendly engagement through music. Training will be provided on issues related to choir singing and older voices and the methods of this project. Principal Job Responsibilities:- Accompany Choir at weekly rehearsals and performances.
- Assist and support the Choir Director as needed in rehearsal.
- Assist and support Choir Director to arrange and/or transcribe accompaniment parts as needed.
- Accompany Choir Director for recordings of rehearsal CDs as needed.
- Support opportunities for socializing among choir participants including at rehearsal breaks and potlucks after performances.
- Develop positive relationships with the choir and the project team through effective and timely oral and written interpersonal communications.
- Arrange for a substitute accompanist in his or her absence.
- Participant in evaluation process of Choir(s)
- Experience accompanying choirs.
- Ability to read charts and transpose songs as needed.
- Ability to assist choir director as needed to sing second vocal part with choir members.
- Excellent people skills, with a willingness to learn from the senior community.
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness of cultural background(s) of chorus members.
- Knowledge and ability to play diverse music styles.
- Experience working with older adults
- Bi-lingual Cantonese/English preferred
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- encourage creativity, originality and personal expression
- establish consistency in attendance and progress
- demonstrate the value of proper practice habits
- exercise flexibility and sensitivity in response to the student
- tailor teaching to the individual needs, abilities, and goals of each student
- teach a full palette of fundamental musical skills
- turn momentary failures into positive lessons
- review previously learned material to establish continuity
- answer the students’ questions and encourage follow-up inquiry and research
- inspire students through passion, talents and love for teaching which in turn will foster their musical and personal growth
Volunteer With Us
Community Music Center benefits from the help of many wonderful volunteers and can always use more! Here are some of the areas CMC can use help with:
- Mailings
- Poster and flier distribution
- Staffing outreach events
- Concert setup, ushering and donations
- Event and concert photography
- Others as needed
If you are interested in volunteering, please email mlee@sfcmc.org.
Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Community Music Center is creating partnerships that help move our work forward and help corporations meet their Corporate Social Responsibility goals through engaging and impactful activities. Volunteer activities are designed to connect volunteers with CMC’s mission of making music accessible to all people, regardless of their financial means. Whether it’s giving critical project support to CMC’s marketing and fundraising efforts or hand-on projects working with CMC students, volunteers are afforded moments to see the difference music makes in people’s lives.
Past Partners
- Wells Fargo
- Autodesk
- Salesforce
- Dropbox
- Bank of America