Job Opportunities

The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra serves the residents of our communities by providing excellent orchestral programs that entertain, educate, and enhance quality of life. For nearly a century, the WSO has provided live classical and pops music to the Upper Ohio Valley and throughout West Virginia. Top professional musicians from West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania and national soloists provide quality musical experiences for audiences of all ages.

The WSO is a group 5 orchestra and is a member of the League of American Orchestras.

Current Job Openings:

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is responsible for general support of the WSO’s marketing efforts, with a focus on social media and email marketing. This position reports to the Marketing & Operations Director. This is a part-time position, up to 20 hours a week paid at $15/hour, beginning the week of September 1. 

As a key member of the WSO team, the qualified candidate will have:

  1. Positive, entrepreneurial spirit and a hands-on, detail-oriented work ethic
  2. Ability to work with people of a wide variety of ages, abilities, cultural background and musical knowledge
  3. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects with minimal supervision
  4. Open-minded, willingness to learn, and a deep commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Access

Responsibilities

  1. Social Media
    • Create, schedule, and share content on the WSO’s Facebook and Instagram in line with the brand voice
    • Create and implement long-term social media campaigns 
    • Respond to messages, comments, and tags on the WSO social media pages
    • Work with WSO staff and musicians to coordinate behind-the-scenes filming and other content
    • Assist marketing manager with maintaining digital ad campaigns 
  2. Email 
    • Create and maintain consistent email marketing, including writing copy, creating images, and targeting key audiences 
  3. Marketing Assistance
    • Provide general assistance to the Marketing Director in all areas of marketing such as grassroots marketing, content creation, and concert promotion
    • Assist in writing and distributing press releases 
    • Assist in maintaining the WSO website
    • Attend WSO concerts and events as assigned by the Marketing & Communications Manager
  4. Brand Awareness
    • Work with the Marketing & Communications Manager on strategies to build brand awareness throughout the Ohio Valley region
  5. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Experience creating and maintaining a digital presence
  • Demonstrated ability to create digital content, including short-form videos and social media images
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Ability to adhere to stylistic guidelines, both written and visual
  • Excellent organization and communication skills
  • Ability to handle deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of and/or passion for orchestral music a plus
  • Available to work nights and weekends

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Wheeling Symphony Orchestra seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color – as well as members of underrepresented groups – to apply.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Sadie Varlas, Director of Marketing and Operations, at svarlas@wheelingsymphony.com. Deadline to apply is August 21, 2026.