Want to help us in our mission?
In addition to our all-volunteer musicians, MMC is staffed entirely by a dedicated group of volunteers. We are always in need of motivated ensemble members or members of the community who wish to help us further our mission.
Our staff helps operate the organization day-to-day as well as further our long-term goals. Its teams include:
Design
Development (Fundraising)
Finance
Library
Marketing
Personnel
Production
Project Management
Technology
If you would like to help or have questions about how, please fill out and submit the form to the right. We thank you in advance for your consideration!
Open Volunteer Opportunities
Software Engineer
MMC is looking for volunteers who want to use their time and skills to help our organization run smoothly and efficiently. The MMC Tech team’s goal is to make the organizational tasks of members and staff as easy as possible. We have an expanding codebase in Typescript and Python on Github that interacts with technologies including Google Apps Script, Google App Engine, and more! The tools we have span many different technologies; you don’t need to be an expert in all of them, but if you want to expand your skills, we will help you learn!
Required skills
Ability to read and write programming languages and develop applications
Recommended skills
Knowledge of Typescript or Python
Familiarity with git
Familiarity with Google Apps Script
Familiarity with Google App Engine
Ability to interact with 3rd party (e.g. REST) interfaces
Bonus skills
Understanding of good software design practices
Good grasp of software testing methodology
Understanding of cybersecurity
Social Media Manager
MMC seeks 3-4 Social Media Managers, ideally one in each ensemble. These volunteers will publish social media content on behalf of each ensemble for recruitment, marketing, concert promotion and audience/community relations. They will coordinate with the Director of Marketing to unify the processes and messaging for each ensemble, where possible.
Required skills
Good editorial judgement and a keen understanding of Facebook and Instagram’s features
Bonus skills
Previous experience managing a professional social media channel
Knowledge of Facebook Business Manager
The Metropolitan Music Community is a New York State nonprofit supported by its members and the community at large. The MMC holds 501(c)(3) status, making it a tax-exempt organization. All contributions are tax deductible, and go to support each of MMC's ensembles: Brooklyn Wind Symphony, Grand Street Community Band and Kings County Concert Band.