National Children's Orchestras of Great Britain
Job Summary
Job Description
The role requires providing oversight and leadership for NCO’s creative freelance workforce including conductors, guest artists, composers, wellbeing and creative leads and will oversee the pool of c. 90 freelance music tutors.
The Artistic Planning Director will work closely with NCO’s Music Librarian to ensure that all music, including commissions and arrangements, is thoroughly prepared and will give due consideration to specific instrumentation requirements ahead of activity.
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Job Requirements
– A highly skilled and experienced musician, with substantial professional experience within orchestral performance and/or music education (typically gained over five years or more).
– Deep and wide-ranging knowledge of orchestral repertoire, alongside a strong understanding of and affinity with NCO’s artistic vision, values, and programming principles.
– A proven track record of co-curating ambitious, high-quality and diverse artistic programmes, balancing multiple perspectives and priorities to create exceptional musical experiences for young musicians, audiences, and communities.
– Demonstrable experience of working with composers and arrangers, including the commissioning and development of new work.
– Strong professional networks within the UK music sector, with the ability to identify, engage, and work collaboratively with conductors, guest artists, and specialist practitioners.
Approx. 15 hours/week, although this may vary between peak and quieter times.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Artistic Planning Director
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Salary: £40k-£50k
(pro-rata) - Hours:
Part time - Artform: Music
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 08 Jun 2026
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Location:
South West
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