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University of Pittsburgh Concerts and Communications Coordinator in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Concerts and Communications Coordinator
The Concerts and Communications Coordinator oversees the logistics, marketing, and ticket sales for all Department of Music performances, lectures, and non-classroom educational events. Coordinates directly with Music faculty and directors of related ensembles. Manages concert and event scheduling in Bellefield Auditorium and other performance spaces and departmental facilities. Develops marketing and publicity strategies and materials for performances and performance series. Directs and hires technicians, audio engineers, and other technical support vendors and staff. Oversees student workers and volunteers to provide customer and Front-of-House services at events. Coordinates general departmental communications and oversees web and social media functions. Evening and weekend availability is essential particularly during the mid-point and final weeks of fall and spring semesters. The Concerts and Communications Coordinator should possess a keen interest in and knowledge of music and related technologies, some background in visual design for both print and web, and knowledge of basic box office and ticketing functions. Prior experience as a manager or member of a music or other performing arts ensemble, or experience as a Front-of-House or performance venue manager, is highly desirable.
Job Summary
Supports all of the activities, scheduling, operations, financial management, marketing, and programming of a University performing arts center.
Essential Functions
The Concerts and Communications Coordinator should possess a keen interest in and knowledge of music and related technologies, some background in visual design for both print and web, and knowledge of basic box office and ticketing functions. Prior experience as a manager or member of a music or other performing arts ensemble, or experience as a Front-of-House or performance venue manager, is highly desirable.
Physical Effort
This is primarily a stationary position, but incumbent must be capable of walking steps, lifting, selling tickets and helping to set up concerts.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Arts Programming Coordinator Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Performing Arts Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Varied schedule to include some weekends and evenings. Work Arrangement: Varied schedule to include some weekends and evenings. Hiring Range: $17.74 to $22.17 per hour Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI243867730
