Nittany Valley Symphony
Executive Director Position Organization
Post Office Box 1375 State College, PA 16804 Tel. (814) 231-8224 Fax (814) 231-0140 www.nvs.org
The Nittany Valley Symphony, Inc. (NVS) is a community orchestra that has been performing in Centre County since 1967. Our mission is to inspire and enrich our diverse community through live concerts of the highest caliber symphonic music performed by professional and amateur musicians. As a community symphony, our musicians come from all walks of life but are united in their passion for making beautiful music.
Timothy Farrand Music Director/Conductor
The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management and operations of the NVS. The position reports to the Board of Directors and works closely with the Music Director.
Roberta Strebel Executive Director
Position Duties and Responsibilities
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Primary duties include:
Lisa A. Schroeder President
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Promotions and Fundraising. Maintain a networking presence in the community through involvement with the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County and other arts organizations; identify, cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective sponsors and donors; research and prepare grant proposals; arrange for advertising and public relations to promote NVS concerts and special events in conjunction with the Board Marketing Committee; and coordinate the production and mailing of the season brochure as well as other mailings.
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Concert Production. Coordinate with appropriate NVS personnel to schedule concerts, rehearsals, and other details pertaining to the concert season.
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Social Media and Website Management. Maintain an NVS presence on Facebook, Instagram and other platforms as deemed necessary; oversee the creation and maintenance of the NVS website, and the preparation and sending of email announcements to various audiences.
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Office Management. Supervise maintenance of a current database (including email addresses) of orchestra personnel and other stakeholder groups; oversee accounts receivable and payable; review and maintain budget; supervise volunteers; and complete other tasks as needed.
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Board Relations. Provide resources and information needed to members of the NVS Board and committees and Guild Board; attend all Board and committee meetings; and present monthly written activity and financial reports to the Board.
Elinor C. Lewis Past President Tom Hesketh Vice President Annemarie Mountz Secretary Bernie Shockowitz Treasurer Jill Campbell Dorie Evensen Allen Jacobson Tom Keiter Anne Layng Nancy VanLandingham Patricia Weitzel Robert M. Shoemaker NVS Guild President Bob LaBarca Orchestra Representative Cathy Herrera Orchestra Representative Trina Gallup Orchestra Personnel Manager Sue Stephenson Librarian
The Nittany Valley Symphony is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and thereby entitles you to all the tax advantages allowed by the law. We suggest that you check with your accountant for details. The official registration and financial information of The Nittany Valley Symphony may be obtained from The Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within PA, 800-732-0999.