Vice President of Artistic Planning

Position DetailsDepartment: ArtisticReports To: President and CEOClassification: ExemptStatus: Regular, Full-timeDirect Reports: 2Indirect Reports: 3Salary: $185,000 – $200,000 annuallyPosition SummaryWorking in conjunction with the Music Director and President and CEO, the Vice President of Artistic Planning will help inform and shape the Minnesota Orchestra's expansive artistic and strategic vision for the future. This role will engage in all elements of the artistic profile of the Orchestra, from fostering relationships with guest artists and conductors, to commissioning, touring, and media planning. The VP will work closely with orchestra musicians and will be additive to the collaborative institutional culture of the Minnesota Orchestra.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage relationships with conductors, solo artists, composers, and their agents, managers, and publishers, including established international artists and emerging talents.Prepare and analyze financial information to manage expenditures and negotiate performance fees and contracts.Work with both unionized and non-unionized staff.Develop and implement programmatic initiatives and educational opportunities for a wide range of audience members.Engage with major donors and collaborate with the development team to optimize special artistic funding opportunities.Collaborate across the organization (e.g., Artistic Advisory Committee, Minnesota Orchestra Members Committee, Education, Community Engagement, Orchestra & Production, Marketing, Orchestra Personnel, Development, and Finance) to deliver artistically impactful and well curated seasons.Work Environment and Physical DemandsThe position is primarily on-site at Orchestra Hall or the administrative offices, with hybrid availability. Typical workdays are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm with occasional extended evening, weekend or holiday hours.Typical duties include sitting or standing at a desk, speaking or hearing, handling objects, reviewing documents, operating office equipment, focusing mentally on tasks, attending meetings or events, and lifting objects up to 15 lb.BenefitsHealth BenefitsGenerous employer contributions to medical plansDental and vision plansHealth Savings Account (HSA) funding each pay periodFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramLife and AD&D coverageShort- and Long-Term DisabilityTime OffGenerous PTO accrualGenerous sick leave accrualVolunteering Time Off13 organizational holidaysFinancial401(k) Plan with two ways to earn organizational contributionsPerksMetroPassParking Garage DiscountsComplimentary and Discounted TicketsQualifications, Skills, and AbilitiesBachelor's Degree in Music Performance, Music Theory, Music Education, or related field; or equivalent training and experience.10 years of senior leadership experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a similar VP/Director role.Extensive knowledge of classical and other music genres.Proven ability to analyze community engagement, programmatic initiatives, and artistic data collection.Strong competence handling confidential information with integrity and sound judgment.Excellent multitasking, prioritization, and attention to detail.Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting ideas to stakeholders, suppliers, vendors, or external entities.Enthusiasm for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion principles across the organization.Availability for donor engagement events such as concerts, receptions, dinners, lunches, and fundraising events.Capacity to operate in a very fast-paced environment.Familiarity with or openness to learning shared-governance models.Flexibility and courage to test new ideas and take risks.Comfort and adaptability to new technologies.Tolerance for ambiguity.Technology & EquipmentIntermediate to advanced knowledge of artistic planning software (e.g., Arts Vision or related).Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office suite, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams.Equal Employment OpportunityThe Minnesota Orchestral Association is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable discrimination laws. We recruit, hire, train and promote all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, creed, status with regard to public assistance or any other non-job related characteristic.J-18808-Ljbffr