For Musicians
- Create your professional profile
- Be searchable by personnel managers nationwide
- Share your resume and credentials
- List your instrument, orchestra, and union status
- Get discovered for opportunities beyond your network
- Your first gig is on us--no credit card required
For Personnel Managers
- Browse musician profiles
- Check credentials and experience
- Search by instrument and location
- Increase overall efficiency of hiring substitutes
- Make informed hiring decisions quickly
- Access qualified musicians ready to work
Built by musicians, for musicians
We make it easier for players to find real opportunities - and for personnel managers to discover the right talent fast.
No guessing, no delays, no scramble. Just a clearer path to the next great performance.
Designed by people who understand the industry from the inside, The Sub Pool helps musicians get seen, get called, and get hired - while giving managers a trusted place to build strong, reliable sections.
Some say 'it's not possible... but after all:
"We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sub Pool?
The Sub Pool connects substitute musicians with orchestra personnel managers, making sub hiring faster, clearer, and more reliable.
How does it work for musicians?
Create a profile, add experience, set your locations, and personnel managers can discover and contact you directly for gigs.
How does it work for personnel managers?
Search musicians by instrument, location, experience, and availability. View profiles and media, then reach out directly through the platform - no spreadsheets, no text chains, no chase.
Is it free to join?
Yes. Musicians can join for free, and your first gig through the platform is on us. There's nothing to lose!
Who can sign up as a musician?
Any trained orchestral musician - freelancers, recent grads, tenured players, and touring artists. If you sub, you belong here.
Do I need a certain level of experience?
No. The platform supports all experience levels. Managers choose based on their needs.
How do personnel managers verify musicians?
Managers can review your profile and experience. The more detailed and up to date your work experience, the better.
Will orchestras see my rates?
You input your per service rate and an orchestra will reachout if their rate for the work is aligned with yours.
Is The Sub Pool available nationwide?
Yes - The Sub Pool is available across the U.S. and Canada.
How do I get hired?
Managers contact you directly through the platform to ask your availability. Once availability is confirmed, you'll receive hiring docs and info for the gig through the platform.
How do I reset my password?
Click "Member Login" at the top of the site, then select "Forgot Password." If you need help, reach out to support.
Is my information secure?
Yes. We don't sell data. Your profile is visible only to vetted personnel managers.
Have more questions? We'd love to chat:
admin@thesubpool.com