Jason Spencer

University of Michigan – Master of Music, Clarinet Performance – 2011-2013

University of North Carolina at Greensboro – Bachelor of Music, Clarinet Performance – 2007-2011

Sewanee Summer Music Festival – Operations Assistant & Symphony Manager

Managed all orchestra events, including the production of rehearsals, performances, run-out concerts and educational programs. Served as personnel manager of faculty and student orchestras, ensuring smooth communication between orchestra members, conductors and production staff. Arranged guest artist transportation, accommodations and entertainment
Maintained the scheduling system of all classrooms and concert halls for seminars, rehearsals and performances.

University Musical Society – Production & Artist Services Intern

Assisted the Production, Education and Programming departments in the presentation of over 50 music, theatre and dance performances each season. Assisted technical director with stage set-up prior to rehearsals and performances. Responsible for the creation and distribution of welcome letters and packets containing directions, schedules and restaurant guides for artists and companies. Prepared artist hospitality for performances, maintaining supplies and supporting the needs of artists and management during residency. Assisted with coordination of intern scheduling and training of new students

Eastern Music Festival – Operations & Artistic Admin Assistant; Asst Stage Manager

Supported the activities of the Director of Operations and Artistic Administrator, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the festival. Coordinated and reviewed artist contracts, transportation and housing needs prior to start of festival. Oversaw the weekly production and marketing of the festival’s non-classical series, EMFfringe. Created and distributed rehearsal schedules and production calendars to over 100 faculty and staff members. Responsible for all backstage duties, including calling the show and stage changes for concerts and recitals. Oversaw and scheduled 20 stage crew students and stage management intern

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