LOCATION
Massachusetts, USA
INSTITUTION
Zildjian
POSITION/RANK
Artist Relations Assistant
GENERAL INFO

The Zildjian Company has been synonymous with setting the standard for the development and manufacture of high performance musical instruments since 1623. As the world’s leading maker of cymbals, drumsticks and percussion mallets, Zildjian products are sold across the globe, under the Zildjian, Vic Firth and Balter Mallet brands, and are the standard to which all other cymbals, drumsticks and mallets are measured. From the beginner to the world’s greatest rock stars, jazz performers and concert percussionists, amateurs and pros alike chose Zildjian, Vic Firth, and Balter Mallets products to allow them to experience and share the joy of music.
Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts with offices in Los Angeles, CA and London, UK, Zildjian products are sold globally through distributors and via a network of dealers. All Zildjian products are made in the USA at our cymbal factory in Norwell, MA and drumstick/mallet factory in Newport, ME.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide support around artist relations staff.
Administration and clinic support
* Artist orders, invoices, purchase orders, shipping and receiving, returns of product.
* Update artist files and contracts
* Artist records
* Managing scheduling and trips for visits to our headquarters.
* Assist with events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of two years experience as an Administrative Assistant or comparable skills.
• Experience dealing with contracts is helpful.
• Outgoing personality
• A team player who likes to collaborate but can work independently. A self starter.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Styeline preferred.
• Being a percussionist/drummer is desired. Knowing our product line is a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional publications and business information. Ability to write reports if needed.
• Good problem solving and detailed oriented.
• Good follow up and communication skills – holds on commitments

SALARY
$45,000
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please send your resume to :
ADavenport@Zildjian.com

PREFERRED APPLICATION DEADLINE
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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SMT Jacksonville 2024

The Society for Music Theory celebrates its forty-seventh Annual Meeting at the Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel in Jacksonville, Florida, November 7–10, 2024.

ABOUT JACKSONVILLE

Visit Jacksonville built a microsite for our attendees to use. Visit the site to learn more about Jacksonville, including where to eat, what to do, and how to get there.

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Information about the conference can be found on the SMT website

Hotel Reservations 

The Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel (225 E Coastline Drive) has reserved a block of rooms for conference attendees. The rates are $169/night for single and double occupancy; $194/night for triple occupancy; $219/night for quadruple occupancy; and $169 for student quadruple occupancy (limited rooms available). Hotel reservations for non-students may be made online.  SMT student members should have received an email with a code to reserve at the student rate; please email Jennifer Diaz at smt@societymusictheory.org if you did not receive the email. 

Using the conference room block at this hotel helps us meet our contractual obligations and keeps you close to all conference activities.

Conference Registration

Conference registration is open and available on our website. The rates are as follows:

Rate Category Early (6/01–9/27/2024) Regular (9/28–11/1/2024)
Student or low-income $70.00 $95.00
Emeritus/Retired $100.00 $135.00
Standard $130.00 $175.00
Student Helpers

We are in need of student volunteers to assist during the conference. Volunteers will receive a registration fee waiver in exchange for 6.5 hours of service. The deadline to apply is September 6

Hotel Accessibility

Every effort will be made to meet the unique requirements of all attendees. For specific needs or questions please contact Jennifer Diaz, Executive Director, at smt@societymusictheory.org.  

Sponsorships

The Society provides several sponsorship opportunities for organizations at our Annual Meeting. 

Exhibits 

The deadline to reserve an exhibit booth is September 6

Program Guide Advertisements 

The final deadline to reserve a program guide ad is September 6