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Theodore Presser Company is seeking a full time Book Assembler to work the evening shift (4:00pm-12:00 Midnight) in our print-shop. As one of the oldest music publishing companies in the country representing many prestigious American composers, we are large enough to be a leader in the industry yet small enough for each employee to make a difference. Still growing with a tight-knit team and a pleasant working environment, we are looking for motivated individuals with high energy and positive attitudes and also offer long-term growth opportunity for high performing individuals.

We are located in the Great Valley Corporate Center, minutes from the PA Turnpike and Rt.202.

Responsibilities include:

• Assembling sheet music books both manually and using booklet-making equipment
• Counting assembled books
• Shrink-wrapping assembled books
• Updating excel spreadsheets to reflect assembly status
• Other print-shop duties as necessary

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Basic math skills and number matching ability
• Basic computer skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge of music (for example the ability to read sheet music) preferred but not required

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to editap@carlfischer.com

Theodore Presser Company is seeking a Sales Administrator. The ideal candidate is intelligent, dynamic and has a familiarity with classical and/or educational music.

As one of the oldest music publishing companies in America, Theodore Presser publishes educational and contemporary classical music. Large enough to be a leader in the industry yet small enough for each employee to make a difference, the company is still growing with a tight-knit team and a pleasant working environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing customer orders by entering them into business management software (MS Dynamics NAV)
• Digital asset and inventory maintenance and troubleshooting
• Delivering optimal customer service through professionalism and product knowledge
• Various support functions for Sales team as needed
• Reports to Sales Manager

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred, major/minor in music related fields a plus
• Knowledge/background in classical and/or educational music is essential
• High attention to detail for data entry and order processing
• Superior time-management skills
• Superior organization and follow up skills to ensure responsibilities and goals are met within defined deadlines
• Comfortable in a changing environment, with multitasking and with learning new systems and processes
• Proactive and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative
• Effective communication skills: active listening skills and a cheerful, friendly and courteous demeanor
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Familiarity with databases/ERPs a plus

Entry-level compensation. Excellent benefits package offered after 3 months of full-time employment.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter including salary requirements to Edita Pesa at editap@carlfischer.com. Please be specific about your knowledge of/background in music in your cover letter.

Theodore Presser Company is looking for an intern who is a recent graduate or graduate student and has time to work 3-4 days per week on projects in various departments. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge and experience in the music publishing industry.

As one of the oldest music publishing companies in America, Theodore Presser Company publishes educational and contemporary classical music. Large enough to be a leader in the industry yet small enough for each employee to make a difference, the company is still growing with a tight-knit team and a pleasant working environment.

Interns may work on projects in the following departments:

• Production
• Rental
• Promotion
• Customer Service
• Royalties

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong music background is essential (ability to read sheet music notation)
• Experience with music notation software a plus
• Strong analytical skills and advanced skills in MS Excel
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Proactive and creative problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable with multitasking and with learning new systems and processes

This is a paid internship ($8 per hour). A successful internship may lead to a full-time position if an opening becomes available in the future.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@presser.com. In your cover letter, please include whether you can read music notation as well as your availability (during regular business hours, Mon-Fri, 9-5).

Theodore Presser Company is offering students or recent graduates the opportunity to enhance their resume with real work experience. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge and experience in the music publishing industry.

We are always looking for students to intern during the school year (summer, fall and spring semesters). Interns may work as many hours as they wish, with a minimum of 15-20 hours a week. Summer internships can be up to full-time (20-40 hours a week) for a minimum of 6 weeks (dates are flexible). Interns will receive a stipend of $4.00 an hour. If applicable, this internship can also be used for college credit.

Successful candidates will be motivated and passionate about (classical) music and the arts, experienced in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel and Word), possess excellent communication skills and the ability to learn new projects and procedures quickly. While candidates do not need to be a music student some tasks require the ability to read music notation.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter in which you should refer to your background in/knowledge of music to jobs@presser.com. Please also include your availability during regular business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00-5:00). We are looking for someone to start immediately.