Young People's Chorus of New York City seeks a full-time Conducting Fellow to conduct YPC’s in-school choruses in New York City Public Schools and YPC’s Community Programs and to assist and prepare the award-winning YPC After-School Choral Literacy and Performance Program. The Conducting Fellow will work with the artistic team to create and produce curriculum, evaluations, and concerts and will assist in program administration and special projects. This position also includes ongoing training with YPC Founder/Artistic Director Francisco J. Núñez and Creative Director Elizabeth Núñez. The position will begin in the Summer of 2022.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts (required) or Master’s (desired) degree in choral conducting or music education
• Experience conducting and teaching
• Piano competency
• Knowledge of and competence in conducting all styles of music
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a large and diverse team
• Desire to work in multiple environments

APPLICATIONS

The application must include:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Video recording (YouTube/Vimeo or similar links preferred) including:
   • A one to two minute self-introduction
   • Conducting or teaching footage (not to exceed 10 minutes) of:
     • Warm-ups in the rehearsal setting
     • Front view of conductor rehearsing 2 pieces of contrasting styles

4. One letter of professional reference with contact e-mail and phone number

Electronic submissions desired; cell phone video quality acceptable. Please clearly mark all application materials with first and last name. Please outline all video material such as repertoire and composers.