Job Title: Production Assistant (PT)
Reports To: Production and Operations Manager
Status: Part-time, Non-exempt

About this Position
The San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory (SDYS) is seeking a part-time
Production Assistant (PA) to provide a welcoming atmosphere at rehearsals and to
contribute to the smooth running of rehearsals, events, and concerts. The PA will have a
can-do attitude, provide excellent customer service, and be committed to our core values
of commitment, creativity, equity, collaboration, and service.

Position Responsibilities
The Production Assistant reports to the Production and Operations Manager for the many and
varied jobs that contribute to the smooth running of rehearsals, events and concerts. The PA
is responsible for the following:

● Set up the rehearsal rooms, including chairs and stands, for all ensembles every
Saturday and/or Sunday, as well as some weekday evenings, and ensure student
safety at all times. Enlist students and parent volunteers in the setup and breakdown
when possible.
● Set up other equipment and instruments according to schedules, and move music
equipment to other buildings and spaces as needed.
● Welcome students, families, and visitors to rehearsals and/or events, and answer
questions.
● Copy, prepare, or distribute music under the guidance of the Music Librarian.
● Check out instruments or instrument supplies, process broken instruments, or receive
donations under the guidance of the Instrument Librarian.
● Handle the sale of SDYS merchandise, snacks, and instrument supplies, as needed,
and comply with SDYS cash handling procedures.
● Assist with all elements of concert production and special events, both in advance with
concert planning as requested, and at dress rehearsals and concerts, including loading
and unloading equipment and instruments, stage setup and student supervision.
● Follow and administer all Covid-19 prevention and safety measures as outlined by
SDYS for rehearsals, performances and events.

Other duties as assigned by the Production and Operations Manager.

Qualifications
● Personable, outwardly friendly, and able to deliver effective customer service to
students, parents, visitors, and artistic faculty.
● Positive attitude and proactive problem solver.
● Able to follow directions and also work independently.
● Able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds in/out of trucks and across
rooms/buildings for rehearsal and event needs.
● Availability to work Saturday and/or Sunday during the rehearsal season.
● Availability to work some weekday events as well as other weekends for
concerts and events.
● Knowledge of orchestral and band instruments is required; the ability to understand
music notation, including orchestral scores and part distribution, is strongly
preferred.
● Second language skills preferred.
● High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.

To apply, please send an email with a current resume and thoughtful cover letter to
hr@sdys.org.

Additional
This is a part-time position that requires regular, in-person, weekend availability according to
SDYS’ rehearsal calendar.

This position requires sitting, walking, standing, climbing stairs, hearing, speaking, using
technology, being able to lift up to 40 lb. and driving to locations pertaining to organizational
operations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity
and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility
verification document upon hire.

About the San Diego Youth Symphony
SDYS’ mission is to instill excellence in musical achievement and personal growth through
rigorous and inspiring music education experiences. We do this through both our traditional
youth symphony programming (Conservatory Programs), our neighborhood-centered
programming (Community Programs) and early childhood music education (ChIMES) classes.
For more information, please visit www.sdys.org.