Job Description

Reporting directly to Editor-in-Chief Programs (EIC) the Assistant Program Book Editor will work with members of the Artistic Department to finalize the program book wrap in late May and early June. They also work with staff across the AMFS to assist in creating the eight weekly inserts for the program book a ninth opera edition and a wide variety of individual programs.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly edit program book drafts (typically three per weekly issue) and all other smaller programs for accuracy style grammar and consistency
• Collect copyedit and update bios photos program pages and program notes; track down missing content with support from EIC
• Communicate with AMFS staff in Student Services Development Operations and Marketing as well as artist management and other external parties to collect a range of information including artist biographies concert sponsors orchestra rosters program corrections donor addenda etc.
• Distribute proofs to proofreaders collating revisions for review by EIC
• Collaborate with Program Design Assistant: preparing and editing discrete print pieces and proofing weekly online program book
• Potential to assist EIC with research and preparation of enrichment materials for weekly program book inserts (images essays recommended listening timelines and other infographic content)
• In late summer generate and proof full index of 2026 program notes

Requirements

• High level writing editing and proofreading abilities are required.
• Deep background and knowledge of Western Art Music is required.
• Strong communication skills are necessary to write edit and proofread
• Facility with MS Office and Adobe or ability to quickly learn is needed
• Extreme devotion to detail organization efficiency and courtesy; and the ability to triage multiple high-priority tasks under time pressure
• Proficiency in German French or Italian is recommended
• Strong communication skills for close collaboration as well as independence; weekend & evening work is occasionally necessary
• An advanced degree in music is preferred but not required.

Dates

Pre-season part-time remote work: May 17 2026-June 3 2026

Season: June 4 2026-August 24 2026

Compensation

$18/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $5.16/hour depending on location.) Overtime $27/hour

Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.

Application Procedure

In your online application please include resume with reference contact information (.pdf or .docx) cover letter (.pdf or .docx) and a writing sample (.pdf or .docx). Please direct all questions and/or optional additional materials to

Hiring Timeline

Application review will commence on January 12 2026 with interviews following. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Statement on Culture Excellence and Access

The AMFS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming community where every individual regardless of background or identity feels valued and respected. We believe that an accessible environment enriches our work encourages innovation and drives excellence. We are committed to continuously advancing these efforts regularly assessing and improving our policies and practicesand remain focused on creating lasting change both within our organization and the broader classical music industry.

The AMFS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on age race sex gender color religion national origin disability military status genetic information sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

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