Fri, 16 May 2025 > published - Fri, 16 May 2025
Job Summary
RNCM is a leading international conservatoire renowned for excellence in preparing young musicians for lifelong careers in the music profession.
Job Description
The RNCM is seeking to appoint a Deputy Head of Composition. The successful candidate will be a composer with extensive professional experience and a passion for developing the composition program at a world-leading conservatoire, emphasizing creativity and innovation.
While expertise in acoustic instrumental and vocal composition is essential, additional experience in areas such as composition for theatre, dance, screen, video games, and experimental popular music is desirable.
The candidate should have relevant teaching experience in higher education or other specialized composition teaching roles. The role involves teaching individual and group composition to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The appointee will support the Head of Composition in managing the School of Composition's daily operations and contribute to its strategic planning. Responsibilities include student recruitment, examination and assessment, curriculum and module design, supervision of rehearsals and seminars, and developing student performance and workshop opportunities.
This is a 0.8 FTE position, with the successful candidate expected to start in September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
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