Manager, Musician Casting

New York, NY
Full Time
Experienced
The Manager, Musician Casting will cast an entire project from beginning to end, working closely with creative teams, run audition sessions, schedule appointments with agents/managers, help facilitate rehearsal schedules, music direct (must have music direction experience), ensure artistic integrity and creative is implemented and finessed in the rehearsal process, as well as checking, managing and documenting musician availabilities. The Manager, Musician Casting will be expected to travel in order to seek out talent.
Role & Responsibilities 
  • Strong industry contacts and knowledge of audition posting platforms and audition standards for musicians.
  • Planning, booking, staffing, scheduling, and running both open and invited auditions.
  • Identify both active and passive talent across various outlets to ensure diversity is maintained.
  • Act as Music Director and work closely with the musicians to ensure the creative direction is implemented successfully during the rehearsal process
  • Have experience with sourcing specialty acts and musicians of all disciplines (in addition to strings, brass, percussion, rock, etc.).
  • Creating contracts and budgets with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Update audition materials as needed.
  • Moderate to substantial traveling with evening and weekend availability.
  • Understanding the specifications and constraints of a platform and working with available resources to plan performances.
  • Holding auditions for new musical talent and assigning parts to different musicians.
  • Assessing the rhythm, tone, voice, and skills of each musician and developing a good understanding of their individual abilities.
  • Providing vocal and instrumental demonstrations where necessary.
  • Leading and supervising rehearsals and performances.
  • Arranging regular maintenance for all musical instruments.
  • Staying up to date on developments and trends in the music industry.
  • Conducting band soundchecks and setting up rehearsal equipment as needed.
  • Travel on site as needed to Music Direct/install programs.
Please Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above Roles & Responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require additional tasks be performed as assigned.
Qualifications 
  • A bachelor's degree in Music Performance or Education (at minimum) from an internationally recognized conservatory or Music School.
  • 5 (5) years professional experience in musician casting or music direction, with a focus on cruise ships, theme park entertainment, rock and classical concerts preferred
  • Ability to sight-read music at a high level.
  • Self-sufficient and personally driven to continue professional growth and development.
  • An acute knowledge of instrumental techniques as well as a discerning eye for identifying talent
  • Extensive knowledge of national and international audition markets (beyond NYC and/or LA)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail: please type the word “Blue Iguana” on the top your resume prior to applying
  • The ability to organize, multitask, prioritize, and work under stringent deadlines
  • Resourcefulness and proactivity in problem-solving
  • Proficiency in Mac as well as Word, Excel, and other MS Office applications
  • Proficiency in Digital Audio Workstations such as Logic Pro, Ableton, QLAB.
  • Proficiency in Music Notation software such as Sibelius or Musescore.
  • Understanding of basic AV procedures, knowledge of Behringer x32 and Wing systems.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the year, both domestically and internationally

Salary: 65-70K
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