Project Manager, Reach Teach Play (Music Discovery Program)

Company Description
Ravinia is both North America's longest-running music festival and its most artistically diverse. Over 100 different events by a mix of classical, rock, pop, jazz, R&B, indie, and country performers make up a typical summer season on our two open-air and two indoor stages. Each year the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is featured in six weeks of concerts, many with Chief Conductor Marin Alsop. During the same summer months, the Ravinia Steans Music Institute provides young professional classical and jazz musicians with career-advancing training and concert settings.
Offstage and year-round, Ravinia's Reach Teach Play education and community engagement programs engage 75,000 children and adults-in schools with little to no music curriculum, in our Chicagoland communities, and at our 36-acre park-in our mission to make music equitably accessible to all. Our portfolio of programs is designed to foster diverse audience involvement and provide access to the highest quality music education and live music experiences to those with the fewest resources.
Job Description
The Project Manager reports to the Associate Director of Reach, Teach, Play. The Project Manager oversees a selection of season-specific projects and - working closely with the department's Associate Directors - assists with the implementation of year-long, multi-faceted programs. They are responsible for the daily programming and operations of programs, which may include but are not limited to Music Discovery Program and summer season programs such as Kids' Lawn. They are responsible for providing support to signature programs of RTP, which include Sistema Ravinia, Classical Invitations, and ticketing programs such as Opportunity Lawn Pass Program and Words and Music. They are able to unite the needs of students, families, and instructors to implement a successful program. The Project Manager is part of the Ravinia team that collaboratively creates and implements innovative programmatic design, content, schedules, and performance opportunities. This is a full-time, year-round position with benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage program planning for seasonal and/or short-term initiatives
• Oversee day-to-day program operations and logistics of assigned projects
• Cultivate relationships with school administrators, teachers, non-profit organizations and families
• Prepare appropriate communication materials to promote RTP offerings to diverse constituents
• Document program impact, success, and growth through the creation of written briefs, database management, and presentation materials
• Ensure clear communication of program goals, expectations, schedules, and needs to stakeholders
• Oversee event planning including, schedules, communication, catering, and student transportation
• Serve as a support administrator in the implementation of programs and associated events. Examples include: An annual professional development institute for Chicago Public School Teachers, and Music Discovery Program Ravina Days.

Program Planning

• Ensure processes for efficient and effective operations within specific programs
• Develop yearly program calendars
• Oversee event details for concerts, meetings, registrations, receptions and trips
• Implement program goals within an ascribed budget
• Manage program evaluation and reporting to ensure continuous improvement and communication about program success.
• Ensure clear communication of program goals, expectations, schedules and needs to stakeholders

Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills Required

• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate positive interaction and collaboration with educators, parents, students, and community members from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Artistic knowledge and excellent, inclusive artistic standards
• Ability to initiate and manage multiple tasks

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with three to four years of related work experience preferred
• Strong background in music education and arts administration
• Passion for youth music education and community engagement work

Additional Information
Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000
Work Environment

• Working daily either at Ravinia or at any number of school and community locations
• Availability to work weekends and evenings for concerts and special events
• Interaction with young students, parents, and administrators where the safety of the students is paramount
• Collaborative work environment where decision-making, creativity, and initiative are appreciated at all levels

About Music Discovery Program
Since 1995 Ravinia has brought the power of music to Chicago Public Schools that have no music teachers or programs, and has demonstrated unparalleled commitment to teaching and learning. Serving K-3rd grades, Ravinia's Music Discovery Program provides resident teaching artists in Chicago Public Schools for multi-week interactive music learning experiences. Working together, the teaching artist, classroom teachers, and students integrate music into language arts and social studies. Students explore musical concepts (rhythm, melody, composition) in the context of the general classroom curriculum. Residencies are customized and students are encouraged to use their feelings, ideas, and dreams as a source of inspiration for their original musical performances.
Benefits
Excellent health and welfare benefits including comprehensive time off, generous retirement savings plans, learning and mentorship opportunities, access to various staff working groups, and a general admission season pass to Ravinia events.
Ravinia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
As an equal-opportunity employer, Ravinia strongly believes that diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives is essential to our success and we strive to create and sustain an equitable and inclusive environment for all our employees. Ravinia does not discriminate based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law. We encourage individuals of all identities and abilities to apply.