Music Director

Music Director & Marketing Director Location: Torrance, California Job Type: Part-Time to Full-Time Compensation: Hourly Rate + Performance Incentives + Equity Opportunity About Us We are a high-energy, performance-based music academy dedicated to inspiring musicians of all ages! We help students discover the joy of playing rock, pop, and modern music through interactive individual lessons and dynamic group band rehearsals, culminating in real live stage performances. We are looking for a passionate, visionary, self-starting, and high-octane Music Director / Marketing Director to help establish and grow our school. If you are an exceptional musician, an inspiring educator, and a savvy growth marketer, we want to hear from you! The Role Are you thirsty? This is a dual-impact leadership role combining musical excellence with student growth and marketing strategy. You will lead our musical curriculum, stage shows, and instructor team while driving student recruitment, community engagement, and brand awareness. Key Responsibilities Musical Leadership & Instruction: Deliver expert-level individual and band ensemble instruction across multiple instruments (Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keys, or Vocals). Direct group rehearsals, curate show setlists, and prepare students for live concert performances. Train, mentor, and oversee our team of music instructors to maintain exceptional educational quality. Marketing & Growth: Working with the School Director: Design and execute local marketing campaigns, community outreach programs, and social media promotions to attract new students. Plan and direct trial lessons, open houses, workshops, and local showcase events. Track lead conversion, student retention, and key performance metrics to drive steady growth. Culture & Operations: Build an energetic, positive, and supportive environment where students thrive and develop confidence. Collaborate with ownership on strategic planning and operational goals. Who You Are Driven to build a future for yourself in a growing organization. An Expert Instructor: Strong proficiency in modern/rock music, ensemble coaching, and music theory. Energetic & Positive: A high-energy motivator who genuinely loves working with young musicians and building community. Growth-Oriented: Proactive and creative when it comes to marketing, local networking, and audience growth. Solution-Focused: You are constantly looking for problems to be fixed and systems to be improved. Committed: Dedicated to building a top-tier music institution and staying for the long haul. Compensation & Growth Package Base Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience. Performance Bonuses: Generous incentive payments tied directly to student enrollment growth and performance milestones. Path to Equity: We reward results. For the right leader who proves their ability to build and scale a successful school, very attractive equity ownership options will be structured into this position based on meeting agreed key performance indicators. #J-18808-Ljbffr