Gangdong District to Recruit 75 New Members for District-Affiliated Arts Groups

Six Arts Groups Recruiting Members Until February 10

On January 22, Gangdong District in Seoul (District Mayor Lee Soohee) announced that it will be holding a public recruitment for 75 new members of its district-affiliated arts groups until February 10. This recruitment aims to discover talented individuals with artistic capabilities, enhance the competitiveness of the district’s arts organizations, and provide residents with opportunities to enjoy high-quality cultural and artistic experiences.

Performance of the District Women's Choir. Provided by Gangdong District.

The recruitment covers six groups with a total of 75 positions: 10 for the Women’s Choir, 7 for the Senior Choir, 30 for the Youth Symphony Orchestra (3 principal positions, 27 general members), 15 for the Korean Traditional Orchestra (1 team leader, 14 members), 11 for the Pungmul Troupe, and 2 for the Gyeonggi Folk Song Ensemble.

Selected members will contribute to revitalizing the local arts and culture scene through a variety of performances, including regular concerts, the Gangdong Artists’ Festival, the Gangdong Prehistoric Culture Festival, and traveling cultural concerts.

Applicants must submit their application forms and relevant documents in person or via email to the Culture and Arts Division of Gangdong District Office (Main Building, 4th floor) within the application period. The selection process consists of a document review and a practical (interview) assessment. For more details, refer to the announcement on the Gangdong District Office website or contact the Culture and Arts Division at 02-3425-5249.

Lee Soohee, Mayor of Gangdong District, stated, “Through this public recruitment, we hope to discover talented artists who will grow together with the local community and further enhance the artistry and completeness of our district-affiliated arts groups. We look forward to the interest and applications of those who are passionate and skilled in the arts.”