Assistant Musical Director

Proudly supported by the Simon Lee Foundation, the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO) Assistant Musical Director program offers a mentoring traineeship for a young and emerging musical director.

The program offers the opportunity to develop skills in conducting a large orchestral band, programming repertoire for an 18-piece big band, and developing the leadership skills required to inspire and enhance the skills and experience of band members.

Based on the core values of opportunity, innovation, inspiration and excellence, WAYJO’s vision is to provide unparalleled opportunities for emerging Australian jazz musicians and composers, equipping them with the skills and confidence to:

• Make great art;
• Be future innovators and leaders;
• Captivate and inspire audiences;
• Connect with and strengthen communities; and
• Invigorate and enrich society.

By offering artistic and industry expertise and world-class rehearsal and performance opportunities, WAYJO provides a framework for emerging jazz musicians and composers to become successful professionals.

The Assistant Musical Director role is suited to an experienced, music reading musician aged 18 to 35 years who is keen to improve their conducting skills while also positively contributing to the wellbeing and development of WAYJO’s young musicians. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, team player who is motivated to learn about how live music events run from the ground up and is willing to assist where needed and be a responsible, reliable role model.

This is a casual, paid, position, that will be based at the WAYJO studio in Maylands with the opportunity to work onsite for WAYJO events, programs and regional tours.

Applications for 2025 are now closed.