Employment Opportunities
Apollo’s Fire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment, an equitable organization, and a diverse music community.
Apollo’s Fire has experienced significant recent growth in activities and in funding. For the following positions, we seek energetic and flexible candidates who enjoy collaborating as part of a team.
Box Office & Hospitality Associate (part-time)
Apollo’s Fire seeks a part-time (15-20 hrs/week) Box Office & Hospitality Associate who will provide exceptional customer service to Apollo’s Fire’s patrons and donors. Flexible schedule available, but some evenings and weekends are required. MORE INFO.
MANAGING DIRECTOR (Cleveland-based)
GRAMMY®-winning chamber orchestra Apollo’s Fire (AF) seeks a Managing Director to lead the business and fundraising efforts of an innovative ensemble performing at the international level. The 32-year-old organization is based in Cleveland, with a satellite series and auxiliary Board in Chicago and a strong worldwide presence through touring and recording.
The Managing Director (MD) collaborates closely with the Founding Artistic Director (AD) to support AF’s artistic mission and to secure the financial resources needed to achieve the organization’s strategic priorities. Along with the AD, the MD is the public face of the organization, focusing primarily on donors, funders, and community relations. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Board.
AF’s next Managing Director will play a pivotal role in guiding the organization’s 4th decade, building on the success of the last 3 decades. With ultimate responsibility for all contributed income, Board engagement, and external relations, the MD will nurture the organization’s highly successful operating model while leading the efforts to expand contributed income.
String Teacher (part-time)
Apollo’s Fire is reviewing applications on a rolling basis for teaching positions in our Side-by-Side strings program in Greater Chicago. The program is based at an outstanding school district in the South Chicago area. Demonstrated teaching excellence, cultural diversity, and inspiration are all high priorities. The demographic in the school district is 95% people of color, with a wide range of economic diversity. The school leadership and parents are very supportive of the arts and education. MORE INFO.
Music Outreach Interns
Apollo’s Fire is accepting applications for Internships in our MOSAIC Project. If you are a college or conservatory student majoring in music performance, music education, or music therapy, you can apply – as an individual, a trio, or quartet. MORE INFO
There are no other opportunities at this time. Unsolicited Arts Administration resumes may be sent to info@apollosfire.org.