Director of Music Events

POSITION SUMMARY

Functions under the general supervision of the Director of the School of Music or the Director’s designee. Manages, coordinates, and schedules all School of Music faculty, students, visiting artists and scholars, alumni and development events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree, preferably music performance related.
One year of experience in arts management or related areas.
Experience with spreadsheet, database, and page-layout applications.
Experience with website management, social media platforms, and live-streaming skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively with a varied and diverse array of constituents.
Excellent organizational and management skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in arts administration/management.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Conceptualizes a vision for School of Music Events.
Negotiates and creates contracts for guest artists and lecturers.
Produces recital programs for all guest artist concerts and special events (Jazz Weekend, Vocal Choral Day, Summer Music Institute, etc.) and coordinates recital room reservations.
Produces special events and camps for the School of Music such as Jazz Weekend, Vocal Choral Day, Summer Music Institute, Drum Major Color Guard camp, etc.
Coordinates, schedules, and manages all School of Music faculty, students, visiting artists and scholars, alumni, and development events.
Works with the School of Music office staff, college staff, and University Communications to design, produce, and distribute public relations items including programs, flyers, newsletters, event calendars, and brochures.
Maintains School of Music website and social media pages.
Organizes, staffs, and supervises School of Music displays and events at on- and off-campus conferences and workshops.
Supervises student staff.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director.

MESSAGE TO APPLICANTS
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Please include a list of three references who may be contacted.

This is a Full-Time, 12 month position

Please see the Application email/URL link below for the detailed information about this position and how to apply.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.