Promotion Coordinator for Classical Music Publishing Company

Intense classical music background is imperative for this role!

This is a full time position based in our Malvern, PA office.

About the Company

Theodore Presser Company is one of America's oldest and most prestigious music publishers serving the music community worldwide alongside our sister company, Carl Fischer Music. Our catalog contains a large and diverse selection of music spanning the educational field to concert music. In addition, we maintain an extensive rental library which makes available chamber, opera, ballet, and symphonic music material of outstanding quality to professional and educational performing organizations.

A little about our team.

Based in Malvern, PA, our agile team is large enough to be a leader in the industry yet small enough for each employee to make a difference. Still growing with a tight-knit team and a pleasant working environment, we are looking for motivated individuals with high energy and positive attitudes, and also offer long-term growth opportunities for high performing individuals.

A little about the Promotion team

Imagine being in an environment where the work we create is seen by thousands of musicians each day. We’ve cultivated a culture of collaboration and our various departments (Editorial, Production, Sales, Licensing, Rentals, Printing & Logistics, and Finance) work together to ensure what we create and share with the world represents our very best.

This could be your chance!

If you’ve ever been interested in the world of music publishing, this role is your chance to work with people who are passionate about the business of classical and educational music. We are seeking a curious, highly motivated, creative, detail-oriented, self-starter to serve as a Promotion Coordinator. This role will manage Conventions and Event Planning, State Lists, Reviewer Programs, Marketing, and Social Media across our various catalogs (Carl Fischer Music, Theodore Presser Co, BriLee Music, and affiliated publishers).

Primary position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing the planning, logistics, and execution of exhibiting and vending at 4+ annual conventions plus occasional popup events with partners. Responsibilities include booking, venue coordination, product selection, booth layouts, organizing materials for the booth and reading sessions, coordination with Editorial, Sales, Production, Warehouse, and Convention partners, detailed briefings for onsite teams, managing travel and accommodation requirements, budget management, and (during conventions only!) on-call availability and support for onsite team
• Writing, proofing, and editing blurbs for new publications
• Managing deadlines and submitting new publications to State Lists, Reading Sessions, and Reviewers
• Handling complimentary and composer order requests
• Preparing regular email newsletters to dealers, educators, and musicians unveiling new publications and promoting seasonal and themed repertoire
• Working with the Production department to create promotional materials
• Helping execute and maintain social media
• Creating social media assets including reels, thumbnails, and video content for various platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, LinkedIn).
• Managing the recordings library, digitizing assets where needed

What we look for in the perfect candidate:

• Strong problem-solving and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Exceptional attention to detail and composure under pressure.
• Deep knowledge/background in classical and/or educational music is ESSENTIAL
• 2-3 years related experience – music or book publishing a plus, Marketing, Sales, or Event Management experience a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel and possibly attend out-of-state conventions.
• Excellent writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Excel and Google Workspace with the ability to learn and toggle between databases
• Familiarity with e-mail marketing, newsletters, business social media, and design programs such as Canva
• BA, MA, BM, MM, Bachelors and/or Masters preferably in music, marketing and/or music administration/business

Compensation will depend upon prior experience. Excellent benefits package offered after 3 months of full-time employment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person