POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW

The Mannes School of Music at The New School's College of Performing Arts is seeking highly qualified Temporary Overhire Staff Pianists to join its team. Reporting to the Performance and Ensemble Manager, the Overhire Staff Pianists are directly responsible for staff piano services throughout the Mannes School of Music, including performing in students' lessons, masterclasses, juries, and more.

This is an overhire position without regular or guaranteed weekly hours. Opportunities for work will be scheduled on an as-needed basis by the Mannes School of Music department. This position may be renewed pending institutional need and availability of funding.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accompany all student performance opportunities, including lessons, masterclasses, classroom activities, annual concerto competition, juries, and more
• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with students, faculty, staff, and audience members
• Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner regarding private lessons, masterclasses, and/or other performance experiences
• Adhere to departmental guidelines regarding reporting hours, payroll deadlines, and other items
• Additional responsibilities as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree and/or equivalent training in collaborative piano
• Excellent collaborative piano skills and artistic capabilities
• Ability to prepare music quickly on an as-needed basis
• Noted recognition in the collaborative piano field

WORK MODE

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.