Careers & Auditions
Join a leading arts organization working to enrich life in Charlotte. We believe in the power of live music to connect and strengthen our region, and we share that impact through exceptional experiences on and off the stage.
The Charlotte Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Different makes us better.
Open Positions
Content & Social Media Manager
If you're a storyteller who knows how to turn moments into momentum, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra wants to hear from you. The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra is looking for a creative, skilled content creator to join its marketing team as Content & Social Media Manager. The position leads organic social strategy across all channels, crafting content that reflects the artistry on stage and drives real audience engagement.
Open Auditions
Principal Second Violin, Assistant Principal Second Violin, and Section First Violin
(One full-time, tenure track position available for each.)
Applications Due: September 20, 2026
Auditions: October 18-20, 2026
Repertoire: Coming soon!
Highly qualified applicants should express an interest in auditioning to auditions@charlottesymphony.org. No phone calls please.
Or:
Charlotte Symphony – Director of Orchestra Personnel
129 W. Trade Streer, Suite 600
Charlotte, NC 28202
Employment for these positions is available starting January 2027. The 2026-27 season is 39 weeks, including an optional 4-week Summer Season.
- The minimum weekly salary for Principal Second Violin is $1,652.58
- The minimum weekly salary for Assistant Principal Second Violin is $1,514.87
- The minimum weekly salary for Section First Violin is $1,377.15
Benefits include 3 weeks paid vacation, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance with 90% employer premium contribution, Instrument Insurance, $360 Electronic Media Guarantee and 8.72% employer contribution to AFM/Employer’s Pension plan.
Resumes will not be collected nor screened. The Charlotte Symphony encourages applicants from backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the orchestral field.
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auditions are open to all, however employment with the Charlotte Symphony is contingent upon U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status with authorization to work in the United States. This documentation must be provided by the employment start date.
Perks & Benefits
We built our benefit programs around our employees and their families — not just coverage, but their health and well-being.
Health Benefits Offerings
- Medical Plans, PPO and HDHP
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and AD&D
- Voluntary Disability Insurance
- Wellness and Behavioral Health Resources
Time Off Benefits
- Staff receive generous paid time off, sick leave, and paid organizational holidays
- Musician benefits include paid vacation/personal leave, sick leave, as well as paid time off for relief and professional development
- Paid Parental Leave
Retirement
- 403 (b) Plan with employee contributions
- Musician Pension Plan
Perks
- Parking garage discounts
- Complimentary and discounted tickets to CSO concerts
The Charlotte Symphony encourages applicants from backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the orchestral field.
The Charlotte Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auditions are open to all; however, employment with the Charlotte Symphony is contingent upon U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status with authorization to work in the United States. This documentation must be provided by the employment start date.
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