Programming and Engagement Coordinator

Compensation

$50,000 - $55,0000 range

The Programming and Engagement Coordinator will serve as a member of the engagement and programming teams by assisting in the planning and coordination of performance as well as engagement events; collaborating with engagement staff on campus and community initiatives; and sustaining anti-racism, accessibility, and inclusion work through programming and engagement activities. Responsibilities include:

Programming and Engagement

• Collaborate with programming staff to confirm artists for the season by assisting in scheduling meetings with artists and agents, tracking artist and agent requests, assisting in the creation of contracts, and other related programming duties/artist and agent communication
• Serve as a member of the core Programming and Engagement Office team, contributing to the planning and implementation of artist engagement activities
• Assist in the coordination of Krannert Center programs that deepen relationships with youth, students, campus community, the greater Champaign/Urbana community, and seniors.
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of engagement activities in light of their accomplishments and objectives, tracking attendance and demographic information
• Assist with audience development through researching and contacting potential patrons/participants
• May participate in the occasional supervision and chaperoning of minors, in connection with Krannert Center engagement activities and university affiliate programs

Programming Support

• Coordinate and organize incoming artist and agent requests in preparation for programming meetings.
• Assist staff in the scheduling of artist and agent meetings and in creation of meeting agendas.
• Assist in preparation of artist contracts and offer letters.
• Work with events staff to coordinate incoming requests from campus entities for use of space as relates to programming considerations.
• Promote and represent the programs and resources of Krannert Center for Performing Arts through campus and
  community activities such as information and resource fairs and events and programs hosted throughout the
  community.
• Research and assist in preparation of grants to support engagement, programming, and new work development
  initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience at an arts and culture organization or university focused on planning, creating or implementing performing arts and/or visual arts events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in arts management, performing arts, humanities, or social sciences.
• Experience in arts-related community engagement and public events.

For more information and to apply, visit the University of Illinois Careers Site. Deadline for applications is March 26, 2025.

https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/13340