Director of Artistic Planning

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Artistic Planning is a member of the senior staff and as such works with the Music
Director, Symphony staff, and the Board of Directors. The Director of Artistic Planning is the chief
coordinator of all artistic activities, serves as the general manager of the 78-member Helena Symphony
Orchestra, a regional professional orchestra working under a master agreement and is made up of
musicians from all over the country. The position also serves as the chief of staff for the artistic
administration. As the leader of the Artistic Administration, the Director of Artistic Planning position
exists to support the mission and purpose of the Helena Symphony and the artistic vision of the Music
Director.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Artistic Planning works regularly with the Music Director, Senior Staff, Artistic Staff,
and Artistic Administration to: ensure all concerts and artistic efforts of the Helena Symphony adhere
to artistic needs, budgeting, needed staff, and work within the mission and vision of the organization.
The Director of Artistic Planning must be able to work no less than 3-6 months in advance in addition
to planning for the next 12-18 months, all the while ensures the daily operations of the Orchestra,
Chorale, and Artistic Staff are met. The Director of Artistic Planning executes the Music Director’s
artistic vision for the organization and oversees the entire production budget.