The Board of Directors of Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras Announces Search for a New Executive Director

 

Today, FSYO serves nearly three-hundred students and is comprised of seven ensembles: three symphonic orchestras, one string-training orchestra, a chamber orchestra, and two jazz orchestras. Additionally, FSYO organizes two supplementary string programs during the fall and summer months: Sing-Song, String-Along and Stringmania Summer Camp. FSYO's program is carefully structured to encourage a student's growth throughout their primary and secondary years. Our full range of ensembles gives each student a place to excel with peers at a similar level, and an opportunity to collaborate with seasoned music professionals on local, national, and international levels. Beyond the regular season, students in FSYO's Touring Orchestra participate in life-changing experiences through annually alternating international & national tours.

 

 

Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras exists to encourage children and young adults, through the practice and performance of orchestral music, to become passionate leaders, thinkers, and contributors in their local community and beyond.

 

 

The Executive Director assumes responsibility for the management of all human and financial resources needed to achieve the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras mission. To that end, the Executive Director is accountable for all aspects of the organization and for implementing policies set by the board of directors. The Executive Director sets the tone for organizational operations, formulating and carrying out policies and programs related to administrative, budgetary, staffing, fund-raising, and advocacy activities, and this position will often be a public face for the orchestra in community activities and patron/donor relations. The multi-faceted responsibilities call for an individual with demonstrated leadership skills and extensive management experience, the ability to assemble an effective staff, work effectively with board and community members, and collaborate with artistic personnel to ensure the integrity and growth of orchestra programming.

 

Because FSYO is an educational organization, the Executive Director is charged with creating and overseeing programs that encourage K-12 students to participate in and learn about classical music. Position typically interacts with musicians, teachers, community leaders, and volunteer groups. Position requires a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial leader with strong knowledge of music education, current trends in youth orchestra education, and the ability to establish community partnerships.

 

 

The Executive Director reports to the FSYO Board of Directors and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of FSYO and its overall strategic direction, administration, and fundraising consistent with the policies and directives established by the Board. The Executive Director has broad authority to guide the operations of the FSYO in collaboration with the Music Director and the FSYO Board to achieve the organization's mission and strategic goals. The Executive Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of all FSYO activities.