Networking & Recruitment Coordinator

The American Music Institute (AMI) is seeking a motivated and outgoing individual for a Networking & Recruitment Coordinator role. This position is ideal for someone interested in arts administration, relationship-building, and talent development within a growing music education nonprofit. This role offers a 360-degree view of nonprofit operations, with a strong emphasis on building partnerships, recruiting students and faculty, and expanding AMI’s presence in the music community.

Position Overview:

• Hours: 8–12 hours per week (with additional hours as needed)
• Schedule: Flexible within normal business hours
• Location: Primarily remote, with required in-person meetings and networking events
• Transportation: Must have reliable access to a car for travel to schools, events, and meetings
• Job Type: Part-time, Contract

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Interest in music, arts education, or nonprofit work
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
• Familiarity with the music education community is a plus
• Mandatory: active involvement in the music industry, ideally as a public music school teacher, college music teacher, professional performer, or industry professional with strong understanding of music education.

Key Responsibilities

Networking & Outreach (Primary Focus)

• Build and maintain relationships with music educators and institutions, including:
  • Public and private school orchestra, band, and choir programs
  • Private music teachers and studios
  • Music organizations such as Illinois Music Education Association and American String Teachers Association
  • Industry events such as Midwest Clinic and other regional/national conferences
• Develop connections with music influencers and artists to expand AMI’s reach
• Represent AMI at concerts, competitions, and music events
• Coordinate & set-up concerts, ie chamber music faculty, etc

Recruitment & Program Development

• Support recruitment efforts for:
  • Students and families
• Assist in organizing and promoting:
  • AYCO recruiting and scheduling clinics/masterclasses
  • AMI Mini Campus programs and outreach initiatives
• Identify and cultivate new partnership opportunities for program growth

Administrative & Coordination Support

• Schedule meetings with partners, educators, and collaborators
• Maintain and organize outreach databases and contact lists
• Assist with communications, including email campaigns and social media initiatives
• Support fundraising efforts and campaign outreach
• Assist in planning and executing events, performances, and special initiatives

Potential Role Expansion:

• Support networking and partnership development for:
  • Chicago Violin Competition (CVC)
  • GigHubb platform initiatives
• Help build relationships with organizations, sponsors, and collaborators

If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to ami@amimusic.org.