Coordinator, Artist

Coordinator, Artist & Events

Position Number: S00917P
Position Type: Staff
Position Category: Fulltime Professionals
Search Type: External
Posted Salary Information: Grade 42
Driver Classification: Driver
City: Richmond
Division: Finance & Administration
Department: Financial & Business Affairs
Unit: EKU Center for the Arts
FLSA: Exempt
Contact Person: Courtney Reichley
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Additional Schedule Details: Flexibility and willingness to work variable weekday, evening and weekend work shifts.
Funding Source: Institutional
Retirement: KTRS

Position Summary:
The Artist and Event Services Coordinator, Center for the Arts at Eastern Kentucky University, directs the operation of all events for a two-theatre, multi-purpose facility to include back-of-house, volunteer and rental operations. The Artist and Event Services Coordinator coordinates and oversees artist service details, residency activities and community performances. The incumbent will manage budget and expenses and coordinate activities with others to effectively execute all Center events in compliance with event contracts. The incumbent serves as the on-site manager in charge back-of-house hospitality operations at all events and represents the Center. The Artist and Event Services Coordinator develops and implements event management strategies that encourage repeat customers by creating an excellent overall customer experience. This position will assist as back up assistance with box office operations.

Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in business management, theater arts, or related field is required.

Minimum Experience:
One year of directly related experience is required, preferably including experience in event planning, customer service, and/or front of house guest service management.

Minimum Licensure and Certification:
A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualification Equivalencies:


Desired Qualifications:
• Strong events planning, project management, administrative and organizational abilities required.
• Demonstrable ability to consistently meet deadlines with high accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through on all assigned tasks.
• Excellent verbal skills necessary, as well as ability to communicate with extreme diplomacy, professionalism, and graciousness.

Job Functions:
Ensure an optimal guest experience by directing back-of-house hospitality operations for all Center events.
Provide high level performer experience by offering exceptional artist hospitality
Coordinate event management activities for all events, ensuring flawless delivery of contracted services and event logistics.
Recruit, train, schedule, and manage the back-of-house workforce for the Center.
Complete special assignments, act as an advocate for the Center, and do whatever is necessary to ensure efficient operation of the Center.


Posting Number: S00917P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Open Date: 09/08/2021
Application Review Date:
Job Close Date: 9/30/2021
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions Summary:


AA/EEO Statement:
Eastern Kentucky University is an EEO/AA institution that values diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In keeping with this commitment, the University welcomes applications from diverse candidates who support diversity.

Background Check Statement:
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.

Document Link:

To apply, visit https://jobs.eku.edu/postings/17930

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