Careers

Employment to begin at winning candidate’s earliest convenience.

Principal base compensation for the 2026-2027, 40-week season: $71,524.96  (inclusive of EMG, premium pay, and instrument maintenance/insurance allowance)

Applications must be received no later than August 11, 2026.

Benefits include fully paid medical/dental insurance, LTD, AFM pension plan, and paid parking.

Audition Repertoire Packet will be posted no later than August 23, 2026.

Fill out your application and submit your resume and deposit online: Oregon Symphony Second Horn Audition Application.

Applications accepted until August 11, 2026.

The Oregon Symphony is a proud partner of the National Alliance for Audition Support.

Join the Oregon Symphony Team as our Director of Information Technology!

As our Director of Information Technology, you will serve as the Oregon Symphony's senior technology leader, helping shape the systems, infrastructure, and technology strategy that power every aspect of our organization. From cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure to end-user support and emerging AI technologies, your leadership will ensure our staff have the tools, security, and support they need to advance our mission.

Here's how you'll make a difference:

• Develop and execute the Symphony's technology strategy, ensuring our systems, infrastructure, and technology investments support organizational goals and long-term success.
• Oversee all aspects of the organization's IT environment, including networks, cloud platforms, hardware, software, endpoint devices, and core business systems.
• Provide responsive technical support to staff across all departments, serving as the primary resource for day-to-day technology needs.
• Lead technology upgrades, migrations, and system integrations while minimizing disruption to operations.
• Administer core systems including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, identity and access management, file storage, and collaboration tools.
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding through account administration, equipment provisioning, and access management.
• Lead the Symphony's cybersecurity program, including security awareness, incident response, disaster recovery planning, and data governance.
• Develop organizational guidance for the secure and responsible use of AI and other emerging technologies while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through innovation.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, consultants, and service providers, ensuring strong performance and cost-effective solutions.
• Lead technology projects from planning through implementation while maintaining system documentation, software licensing, and technology asset inventories.
• Support audiovisual, teleconferencing, and hybrid meeting technologies that help connect our staff, artists, and community.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the Symphony's technology is secure, reliable, and positioned to support both today's operations and tomorrow's opportunities. If you're excited to combine strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership in a collaborative, mission-driven organization, we'd love to have you on the team.

Download the PDF for a complete job description.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible IT experience, including serving as the primary or sole IT resource in a small to mid-sized organization.
• Demonstrated experience developing IT strategy, managing infrastructure, implementing cybersecurity best practices, and supporting organizational technology governance.
• Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, networking, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience managing technology vendors, contracts, and IT projects from planning through implementation.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience supporting audiovisual systems or event-based technology environments is preferred.

We Offer:

• A chance to be part of a respected and mission-driven organization.
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where your expertise directly supports the Symphony's artistic and operational success.
• An opportunity to shape the future of technology at one of the nation's leading orchestras.

Status and Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt position currently following a hybrid work model with 2-3 days per week in the office. Evening and weekend availability may be required to support performances, events, and organizational technology needs.

Salary Range: $100-110k

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and retirement plan.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to bring your technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative approach to the Oregon Symphony, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line.

The Oregon Symphony is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Join the Oregon Symphony Team as our Marketing & Paid
Media Manager!

As our Marketing & Paid Media Manager, you will help connect more people with the power of live music. Through data-driven marketing strategies, audience insights, and high-performing campaigns, you'll play a key role in growing audiences, driving ticket sales, and strengthening patron engagement. Here's how you'll make a difference:

• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that support subscription sales, single-ticket revenue, and audience growth.
• Plan, manage, and optimize paid media campaigns across digital, social, search, and traditional advertising channels to maximize performance and return on investment.
• Partner with advertising agencies and media vendors, managing campaign strategy, budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Analyze campaign performance, ticket sales, and audience behavior to identify trends, measure success, and recommend improvements.
• Develop audience segmentation and targeting strategies using patron data, demographics, and engagement insights.
• Collaborate with the Creative team to develop compelling campaign assets that inspire audiences and support organizational goals.
• Work closely with Patron Services and colleagues across the organization to coordinate promotions, marketing calendars, messaging, and audience engagement initiatives.
• Help forecast marketing performance and optimize advertising investments across concerts and campaigns.
• Support email marketing journeys and digital content strategies that strengthen patron relationships and improve campaign effectiveness.
• Stay current on emerging marketing trends, technologies, and best practices, bringing new ideas and innovative approaches to audience development.
• Attend concerts and events to better understand the patron experience and identify opportunities to strengthen audience engagement.

This role is pivotal in helping the Oregon Symphony grow its audiences, deepen patron relationships, and ensure more people experience the excitement of live orchestral music. If you're energized by the intersection of data, creativity, and strategy, we'd love to have you on the team.

Download the PDF for a complete job description.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Four or more years of professional marketing or audience development experience, preferably within the performing arts, entertainment, nonprofit, or live event industries.
• Demonstrated experience planning, executing, and optimizing paid media campaigns across digital and traditional advertising platforms.
• Experience using CRM or ticketing databases to support audience development and marketing analysis; Tessitura experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into marketing strategies. Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across departments.

We Offer:

• A chance to be part of a respected and mission-driven organization.
• A collaborative marketing team where creativity, strategy, and data come together to grow audiences and inspire community engagement.
• An opportunity to help shape the future of marketing for one of the nation's leading orchestras.

Status and Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt position currently following a hybrid work model with 1-2 days per week in the office. Attendance at concerts, performances, and events is an important part of the role to support marketing initiatives and remain connected to the patron experience. Evening, weekend, and occasional travel are required.

Salary Range: $70-75k

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and retirement plan.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to combine data-driven marketing, creative thinking, and audience insights to help grow one of the nation's leading orchestras, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line.

The Oregon Symphony is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Join the Oregon Symphony Team as our Video Producer & Photographer!

As our Video Producer & Photographer, you will bring the Oregon Symphony's story to life through compelling photography and video. From capturing the energy of live performances to producing campaigns that inspire audiences and supporters, you'll create visual content that celebrates our musicians, engages our community, and advances our mission. Here's how you'll make a difference:

• Plan and produce photography and video projects that support marketing campaigns, concerts, events, fundraising initiatives, and organizational storytelling.
• Manage the full production process from concept development and pre-production planning through on-site capture, editing, and final delivery.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director and internal stakeholders to develop visual concepts, define project goals, and bring creative ideas to life.
• Capture high-quality photography and video at concerts, rehearsals, sponsorship activations, special events, and behind-the-scenes moments.
• Produce studio, lifestyle, performance, and documentary-style content for digital, print, social media, and other marketing channels.
• Edit and retouch photography and video assets, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency across all platforms.
• Help evolve the Oregon Symphony's visual identity by creating content that reflects our brand while embracing new creative approaches and industry trends.
• Manage photography and video equipment, production resources, budgets, and digital asset libraries to ensure projects remain organized and accessible.
• Balance multiple creative projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

This role is pivotal in helping audiences experience the Oregon Symphony both on and off the stage. If you're passionate about visual storytelling, thrive in a collaborative creative environment, and enjoy capturing moments that inspire, we'd love to have you on the team.

Download the PDF for a complete job description.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, Visual Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Five or more years of professional photography and videography experience, preferably within a brand, agency, performing arts, nonprofit, or commercial environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating photography, videography, editing, and visual storytelling across multiple formats and platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and related creative tools.
• Experience with studio lighting, location photography, and professional video production equipment.
• Experience independently managing projects from concept development through final delivery.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, social media, and visual storytelling across web, email, paid advertising, and other digital channels.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and build collaborative relationships across departments.

We Offer:

• A chance to be part of a respected and mission-driven organization.
• A collaborative, creative environment where your work helps connect audiences with the power of live music.
• An opportunity to shape the visual storytelling of one of the nation's leading orchestras.

Status and Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt position that follows the Oregon Symphony's performance and event schedule. Regular in-office and on-site attendance is required based on production, rehearsal, performance, and content capture needs. Evening and weekend work is a regular and required part of this position.

Salary Range: $70-75k

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and retirement plan.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to tell the Oregon Symphony's story through exceptional photography and video, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line.

The Oregon Symphony is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.