Chief Artistic Programming OfficerThe Chief Artistic Programming Officer (CAPO) is a dynamic and experienced member of the Executive Team who reports to the President and CEO. The CAPO plays a critical role in shaping the artistic portfolio and strategic direction of the SLSO while ensuring the successful execution of the SLSO's artistic priorities in partnership with the Music Director and the Executive Team. The CAPO advances SLSO's long-term artistic strategies by ensuring the team's implementation of the action plan in support of the Strategic Plan. In doing so, the CAPO leads the effort to advance artistic partnership and growth of the SLSO while elevating its artistic profile through live performances in St Louis, residencies, touring and media.
This role champions the artistic quality and aspirations of the SLSO and the artistic vision of Stéphane Denève, The Joseph and Emily Rauh Pulitzer Music Director. The CAPO is an experienced leader and artistic programmer who is passionate, creative, knowledgeable, fast-paced, and a self-starter with superb artistic intuition and connections, exceptional communication skills and emotional intelligence. This individual has a proven track-record of effective and successful leadership of teams and management of multiple complex projects, regularly measuring progress toward goals and delivering high quality results. The ability to inspire and empower collaborators both internally and externally, as well as a firmly held value for and understanding of the importance of diversity and access in the orchestral field is essential.
The CAPO collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders and supports the Executive office and the Executive Team in advancing the mission, artistic vision, and goals of the SLSO. After a two-year renovation and expansion, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) has returned to Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center in September 2025, a pivotal time in the history of the institution upon completion of a $155 million campaign (closing at $174 million).
The CAPO will have an opportunity to create a lasting impact on the St. Louis community, shape the future of one of America's leading orchestras, and elevate the SLSO as a leading arts organization in our region as it approaches its 150th anniversary in 2030.Responsibilities:Artistic PlanningStrategic ExecutionProject Management150th Anniversary Planning and ExecutionStakeholder EngagementBudget and Financial OversightRequirements:Passion for and deep knowledge of orchestral music, artists and the symphonic industry.7-10+ years of executive leadership and artistic planning and programming experience exemplifying a proven track-record of artistic quality, creativity, and innovation, preferably in an orchestra setting.Extensive knowledge of orchestral, opera and chamber repertoire. An advanced degree in music performance or music history desirable.Desire to advance career at the CEO level of a major orchestra.Super programming skills, demonstrated creativity, proven negotiation and contract administration skills.Well-developed critical thinking, communication, problem solving, research and strategic planning skills.A team-oriented, inclusive, consistently positive, collaborative, professional demeanor and demonstrated leadership skills.Ability to develop and sustain collaborative, productive, and professional relationships with internal and external colleagues and artists.Proven experience working regularly with artists and a current network of international artists and industry contacts.Technological proficiency is a must, including the ability to quickly learn and utilize new software applications; experience with Arts Vision a plus.Attention to detail and strong written communication with demonstrated ability to execute multiple plans effectively simultaneously and on time in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work nights and weekends.