Employment

Pacific Symphony is actively searching for a highly talented and musical individual to fill the role of Assistant Conductor, Pacific Symphony/Music Director, Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (Assistant Conductor) beginning in the 2026-27 season. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills on and off the podium. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a conductor to contribute their skills, working with the Pacific Symphony’s Music Director and Guest Conductors in rehearsals, in concerts to ensure that Pacific Symphony performs at the highest possible artistic levels. In this integral role, the Assistant Conductor will act as additional eyes and ears, playing a pivotal role in the orchestra's artistic outcomes. Responsibilities include closely observing rehearsals and performances, providing insightful feedback about balance and interpretation, and effectively communicating artistic improvements and suggestions as directed. The Assistant Conductor will collaborate closely with the Conductor to ensure the musical vision for each performance is realized to its fullest potential. The Assistant Conductor’s day-to-day duties are assigned by the Symphony’s Senior Vice President of Artistic Planning. The Assistant Conductor serves as the primary artistic support staff to the Music Director and assists them with the musical preparation of the orchestra at all rehearsals and concerts, while also preparing for the potential substitute for ailing or indisposed conductors. The Assistant Conductor is the Host and Conductor for Family and Youth concerts of Pacific Symphony. Additionally, the Assistant Conductor is the Music Director of Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra which provides 100+ string, wind and percussion musicians in grades 9 through 12 with intense orchestral training.

Alexander Shelley will be Pacific Symphony’s Artistic and Music Director beginning in the 2026-27 Season and will be overseeing this audition process.

Job Description: Assistant Conductor, Pacific Symphony/Music Director, Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra

Application Process:

• Candidates are requested to submit the following materials no later than March 15, 2026 to:
  Eileen Jeanette, Senior Vice-President of Artistic Planning and Production
  ejeanette@pacificsymphony.org
• All materials must be submitted electronically, with written materials sent as either PDF or MS Word files. Candidates will be notified once their application has been received.
• Cover Letter and Résumé
• References and/or letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.
• Videos
  • Videos must show recent conducting experience and would ideally include a varied selection of repertoire. Performance and/or rehearsal videos are acceptable.
  • Videos must be of the conductor from the orchestra’s vantage point.
  • Videos must submitted via YouTube, Vimeo, or similar online video hosting services. Do not send videos as files attached to emails. If videos are password protected, please be sure to include password information. If using YouTube, videos may be marked as “unlisted” but please DO NOT mark videos as “private.” Online video submission must be easily accessible by multiple users.

In Person Auditions:
In person auditions will take place on May 31, 2026 in Costa Mesa, CA. Auditions are by invitation and invitations will be extended to Conductors no later than April 8, 2026.

The Senior Director of Integrated Marketing Campaigns for Subscriptions will lead the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that increase brand awareness, drive ticket sales, deepen patron relationships, support fundraising efforts, grow audience loyalty, and expand audience acquisition and prospecting.

As a senior member of the Marketing and Communications team, the successful candidate will lead all subscription campaigns, drive branding initiatives, oversee creative development, database/CRM marketing and segmentation initiatives for acquisition and retention and collaborate across departments to grow subscription participation and audience loyalty

Job Description: Senior Director, Integrated Marketing Campaigns–Subscriptions

TO APPLY:
Email your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to ZRG Partners: 
https://www.zrgpartners.com/jobboard/1104
Attn: Allie Crone

Any interested candidates should contact ZRG directly.
Contacting Pacific Symphony will only delay consideration of your qualifications.

The Ticketing Sales & Customer Service Associate serves as a frontline representative of Pacific Symphony, responsible for delivering exceptional support to patrons through phone, email, and in-person interactions. This role focuses on the day-to-day operations of the ticket office, including responding to inquiries, processing ticket orders and exchanges, addressing customer concerns, and maintaining accurate customer records. Success in this role requires excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, as well as a strong understanding of the Symphony’s events, products, and services.

Job Description - Ticketing Sales & Customer Service Associate

TO APPLY:

• Email your resume and cover letter to Jayee Liu – jliu@pacificsymphony.org
• Please begin your subject line with the words “Ticket Sales & Service Associate”
• No phone calls please