Volunteer with Us
Help shape the Palisades Symphony’s public face, welcome our guests, and grow our community. We’re recruiting passionate volunteers for several roles—Marketing Specialist, Fundraising Specialist, Public Relations Specialist, Social Media & Advertising Specialist, Meet & Greet Volunteer, and Concert Hall Usher. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or bringing fresh energy, there’s a place for you here.
volunteer needs
Marketing Specialist
Help shape the public face of the Palisades Symphony!
The Palisades Symphony is seeking a volunteer Marketing Specialist with experience in orchestral, choral, arts, or nonprofit marketing to lead our outreach and communications efforts.
As a long-standing community orchestra offering seven free concerts each year — including major collaborations with the Brentwood Palisades Chorale and our annual Young Artist Showcase — we aim to increase our visibility across Los Angeles, expand our concert audiences, and strengthen a positive, traditional yet innovative image of the orchestra within the community.
Working closely with our Music Director, Board President, and Board of Directors, the Marketing Specialist will take the lead in developing and executing a comprehensive marketing plan for each concert season. This includes creating promotional materials, managing media and social outreach, engaging local partners, and helping shape the orchestra’s overall public presence.
We are looking for someone who understands the unique challenges of promoting classical music and community-based ensembles, and who brings both strategic thinking and creative energy to the role.
This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute your skills to a respected Los Angeles arts organization that has offered free orchestral and choral performances since 1966, enriching lives through music and community connection.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
Fundraising Specialist
Help sustain the Palisades Symphony through strategic fundraising and community support.
The Palisades Symphony is seeking a volunteer Fundraising Specialist with experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, or arts fundraising.
As a volunteer-driven community orchestra presenting seven free concerts each year — including major choral collaborations and our annual Young Artist Showcase — we rely on individual contributions, sponsorships, and community partnerships to make our programs possible. We are looking for someone who can lead efforts to build donor relationships, organize fundraising campaigns, and expand our base of supporters.
Working closely with our Music Director, Board President, and Board of Directors, the Fundraising Specialist will help develop and implement strategies for annual giving, concert sponsorships, and special appeals. The goal is to increase our financial stability and visibility within the greater Los Angeles community.
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in supporting one of Los Angeles’s most respected community orchestras — an ensemble that has offered free, high-quality performances since 1966 and continues to bring people together through the power of music.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
Public Relations Specialist
Help share the story and impact of the Palisades Symphony with the broader community.
The Palisades Symphony is seeking a volunteer Public Relations Specialist with experience in media relations, communications, or arts publicity to help raise the orchestra’s profile and expand its audience reach.
As one of Los Angeles’s longest-standing community orchestras, offering seven free concerts each year, we are entering an exciting period of renewal and growth. We aim to increase our visibility in the region and beyond, ensuring that our performances, community initiatives, and collaborations receive the public recognition they deserve.
Working closely with our Music Director, Board President, and Board of Directors, the Public Relations Specialist will develop and maintain relationships with local and national media outlets, including television, newspapers, radio, and online publications. Responsibilities include preparing press releases, coordinating interviews, and generating coverage that highlights our concerts, artists, and community mission.
We are looking for someone with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for the arts—someone who can help shape a positive, professional, and inspiring public image of the orchestra.
This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute your expertise to an organization that has provided free orchestral and choral performances since 1966, enriching the cultural life of Los Angeles through music and community engagement.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
Social Media & Advertising Specialist
Help amplify the Palisades Symphony’s voice across digital platforms and inspire new audiences to join us.
The Palisades Symphony is seeking a volunteer Social Media and Advertising Specialist to strengthen our online presence and expand our audience reach through creative and consistent digital engagement.
As a community orchestra presenting seven free concerts each year, including collaborations with the Brentwood Palisades Chorale and our annual Young Artist Showcase, we are looking to connect with both long-time supporters and new generations of concertgoers through dynamic online storytelling.
Working closely with our Music Director, Board President, and Board of Directors, the Social Media & Advertising Specialist will plan and create engaging content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, coordinate digital ad campaigns, and develop a unified visual and narrative style that reflects the orchestra’s artistry, warmth, and community spirit.
This role offers significant freedom and flexibility — the volunteer will have the creative space to shape our digital voice, propose new ideas, and experiment with innovative outreach strategies. Basic skills in photo/video editing or digital design are helpful but not required; enthusiasm, reliability, and a sense of artistic vision are most important.
This is a rewarding opportunity to use your creativity to increase visibility, attract new audiences, and strengthen the orchestra’s digital presence while supporting an organization that has brought free, high-quality orchestral and choral performances to Los Angeles since 1966.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
Meet & Greet Volunteer
Be the welcoming face of the Palisades Symphony!
The Palisades Symphony is seeking friendly, enthusiastic Meet & Greet Volunteers to help create a warm and memorable experience for our concert guests. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who enjoys connecting with people, supporting the arts, and being part of a vibrant musical community.
Meet & Greet Volunteers attend a short preparation meeting a few days before each concert and assist in the reception area on concert night. Responsibilities include welcoming audience members, offering printed publicity materials, helping guests access QR codes for donations and digital program notes, answering basic questions, and inviting visitors to future concerts.
You’ll play a key role in making our concerts not only artistically inspiring but also personally welcoming — helping guests feel appreciated and engaged from the moment they arrive.
Friendly communication skills and a genuine interest in music are all that’s required. Training and materials will be provided.
This is a flexible and rewarding volunteer opportunity to meet fellow music lovers, support a community tradition that has offered free concerts since 1966, and help ensure every visitor leaves with a smile and an invitation to return.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
Concert Hall Usher
Help create a smooth, welcoming concert experience for our audience.
The Palisades Symphony is seeking Concert Hall Ushers to assist with audience seating and ensure that every guest enjoys a pleasant and well-organized concert experience. Ushers are essential members of our volunteer team — they help maintain the professional and friendly atmosphere that defines every Palisades Symphony event.
Responsibilities include greeting guests as they enter the concert hall, assisting with seating, distributing printed programs, answering basic questions, and helping maintain a calm, respectful environment during performances. Ushers also assist with audience flow before and after the concert, and may help guide guests to donation or information tables.
No prior experience is required — just a courteous demeanor, reliability, and an appreciation for live music. A brief orientation will be provided before each concert, and ushers are invited to stay and enjoy the performance once their duties are complete.
This role offers a wonderful way to be part of the concert evening, meet fellow music lovers, and support a beloved Los Angeles cultural tradition that has provided free, high-quality orchestral and choral performances since 1966.
Time: September 25, 7:30 p.m
Skills: Graduate in Music
How to Become a Volunteer
Step 1 - Choose a role
Pick the volunteer position that best matches your skills and interests.
Step 2 - Tell us you’re interested
Use the Contact Form under the “Contact Us” menu or click the Step 2 text above.
Step 3 - Submit the form
Share a few details about your background and availability.
Step 4 – We’ll follow up
An organization representative will contact you with details and next steps. If you need to follow up directly, email denisahanna1007@gmail.com or maximkuzin9@gmail.com.
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