Employment Opportunities

DIRECTOR OF TALENT & CULTURE

Full-Time, Exempt

The Music Academy of the West seeks a positive, forward-thinking Director of Talent & Culture to develop a professional employee experience that fosters engagement, collaboration, and enthusiasm. The ideal candidate has excellent personal skills, high ethical standards, judgment, discretion, and attention to detail. They must balance enforcing policies and mitigating risk with building an inclusive and vibrant culture for a dynamic team.

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PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Non-Exempt, Non-Summer Part-Time,
Non-Exempt, Summer Full-time (June 8 – August 10, 2026)

Production Associates support the production and stage crew needs of the Music Academy’s artistic programs and rental events. Duties include stage management for events, managing properties for rehearsals and during concerts, and providing logistical support for off-campus events as needed. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in stage operations and live event production.

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SING! SITE COORDINATOR

Part-Time, Non-Exempt, two positions available

The Music Academy of the West is committed to serving the youth of Santa Barbara with the highest level of excellence in choral instruction and music education through its Sing! program, now in its sixth year. Sing! Site Coordinators are instrumental to implementing the program’s vision and building relationships in our community. This position reports to the Artistic Director of Sing!.

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SING! CHORAL DIRECTOR

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

The Music Academy of the West is committed to serving the youth of Santa Barbara with the highest level of excellence in choral instruction and music education through its Sing! program, now in its sixth year. Sing! Choral Directors are instrumental to implementing the program’s vision and building relationships in our community. This position reports to the Artistic Director of Sing!

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