Artistic Administrator

The Artistic Administrator provides artistic, administrative, and logistical leadership for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s classical and education programming, in alignment with ASO policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Reporting to the VP of Artistic Planning, this role supports the full artistic lifecycle—from programming and contracting to artist logistics, visas, payments, and performance execution—and serves as a key operational leader within the Artistic Department.

Responsibilities include department administration, budget development and tracking, supervision of the Artistic Coordinator, and serving as the primary liaison between the Artistic Planning Team and other ASO departments. The role leads guest artist and commission contracting, negotiates and executes agreements with artist management, oversees artist visa processes, and coordinates the collection and distribution of advance artistic information essential to rehearsals and performances.

The Artistic Administrator manages all artist and artistic payments, working closely with Finance and external partners on tax and regulatory requirements. The position also provides on-site guest artist hospitality and backstage support for select weeks and projects, acting as a primary point of contact to ensure smooth rehearsals, concerts, and related activities.

In collaboration with the VP of Artistic Planning, the role contributes to non-subscription programming, special projects, festivals, residencies, education and community engagement initiatives, and multi-year recording plans. The position requires exceptional organizational, communication, negotiation, and project management skills, deep knowledge of orchestral repertoire and operations, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with evening and weekend work.