Senior Director of Special Events

7 days ago

Boston, United States Boston Symphony Orchestra Full time


Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) in its search for a Senior Director of Special Events.

The Senior Director of Special Events is central to the BSO's mission of fostering a vibrant community of supporters through well-planned and executed events that drive its fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Senior Director of Special Events will play a critical role in the BSO's Development efforts as a dynamic leader responsible for establishing clear goals and strategic plans for all development events, ensuring alignment with the organization's broader fundraising objectives. As the in-house expert on event planning, the Senior Director of Special Events will oversee the logistics and execution of events across multiple locations, including Boston and Tanglewood, while leading cross-departmental meetings to ensure a cohesive approach. The Senior Director of Special Events will inspire and manage a team of event professionals, fostering an environment of growth, engagement, and a commitment to excellence. The Senior Director of Special Events will collaborate closely with the Boston Symphony Orchestra Association of Volunteers Director and staff to coordinate volunteer efforts; develop and maintain comprehensive event timelines; and serve as the primary liaison with key stakeholders. Additionally, the Senior Director of Special Events will partner with the Marketing Office to produce high-quality promotional materials; ensure accurate tracking of event participants; and manage the events program budget. With a focus on continuous improvement, the Senior Director of Special Events will uphold the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and innovation in all event-related activities, while maintaining a strategic three- to five-year events plan while documenting procedures to ensure consistency across all events. This position is based in Boston, MA with substantial time in Tanglewood required during the summer. Housing in the Berkshires is provided by the BSO.

The BSO engages millions of people each year in the remarkable diversity and wonder of orchestral music and maintains homes at its iconic venues, Boston's Symphony Hall and Tanglewood in Western Massachusetts. From the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Charles River Esplanade to community concerts throughout Greater Boston, an annual BSO Youth and Family series at Symphony Hall, humanities programs at the Tanglewood Learning Institute, and tour performances in concert halls around the world, the BSO remains committed to innovation, creativity, cultural relevance, education, civic engagement, and making orchestral music accessible to audiences of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of familiarity. Celebrated for its diverse programs, passionate performances, and tradition of innovation, the Boston Symphony Orchestra—under the artistic direction of Andris Nelsons since 2014—has been at the forefront of artistry for more than 140 years. At home, abroad, and through recordings, television, and radio broadcasts, a deep and inclusive commissioning legacy, and a history of cultivating emerging artists, the BSO reinforces its status as one of the world's most accomplished and versatile ensembles, attracting world-renowned guest artists, composers, and conductors.

The BSO prefers candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus at least five years of event planning and management experience, though applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcome. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to the BSO, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the BSO and the responsibilities and competencies presented in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $125,000 to $150,000 annually.

The BSO is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. 


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