Katie Ball

• Manages undergraduate music program, oversees department budget and finances, manages staff of 30+ instructors and student workers, schedules and manages use of Slosberg Music Center, assists with faculty requests and duties, coordinates undergrad scholarships, fellowships, and awards, acts as point of contact for prospective students, plans department events, and manages academic communications and social media.
• Since April 2023 through present, covering the responsibilities of the Senior Academic Administrator, including managing graduate academics, course scheduling, and assisting the Department Chair. From January 2023 to May 2023 and also September 2023, covered part of the responsibilities of the department's Public Programs & Engagement Manager, overseeing department concerts, event marketing, ticketing, and working front of house.

Acted as a peer adviser within the music department; provided academic and career information to current and prospective students; served as an ambassador for the department at university-wide events; coordinated departmental events for students

Supported department administrators with scheduling, keys and building access, prospective student communications, department email lists, and course budgets.

Assisted members of the Brandeis and Waltham communities at music events and concerts, prepared and served refreshments at receptions, set up and cleaned up equipment, helped guest artists

Assisted orchestra director with music library duties, equipment and personnel transport, social media, and site set-up

Monitored the music center and front desk after business hours, provided security and assistance to students using the building. Responsible for upkeep and protection of facilities, reporting stolen or damaged items, signing in/out guests, and closing the building at the end of the night.

Clinical Contracting, Business Operations

Peer tutor for MUS 37b: Back to the Future: Digging for the Roots of Western Music

Assisted directors with administrative and onsite tasks including but not limited to scheduling, communications, organizing, social media, graphic design, mentoring fellowship students, coaching ensembles, and event coordinating.

Taught fundamental music theory concepts, music history, basic composition and aural skills to students through computer programs, one-on-one tutoring, games, and other personalized strategies.

Monitored all social media accounts and activity for the business, drafted and managed print, online, and social media communications designed to promote company brand, image, and values.