Auditorium Director

The Director is responsible for producing the logistical and physical aspects of all performing arts, visual arts, and lecture events presented at the College’s Branscomb Auditorium and other various campus events. This includes hands-on knowledge and oversight of stage preparation/set-up, lighting and audio/visual control, house and stage management for all auditorium events, including rehearsals.

The Director is responsible for researching and identifying potential program offerings, and coordinating with appropriate academic and administrative activities on the campus, with commercial agents, and with the appropriate agencies for the presentation of a variety of entertainment, art, and lecture events at the campus annually. Additionally, the Director is responsible for developing a master calendar of events, obtaining necessary sets, props, and support equipment, arranging for tickets, programs, publicity, and receptions, coordinating the appearance of performers, students, faculty, staff, guest artists/lecturers, etc., and assuring the availability of appropriate transportation, lodging, meals, etc.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree is required; an emphasis in business management, entertainment management, marketing, or a communications discipline is preferred. Ten or more years of experience in directing or managing equivalent community programs/events may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree.
2. Master’s degree in business management or arts administration is preferred.
3. Three years of professional experience demonstrating a record of success in program development, management and promotion is required. Experience managing an operating budget greater than $10,000 is preferred.
4. Previous theatre management with knowledge of stage operation, lighting and audio control, operation of counter-weight fly system is necessary. 
5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office operating systems and software and familiarity with operation and connectivity of digital projection equipment is required.
6. Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
8. Organizational skills, particularly in planning, personnel management, and critical thinking are required.
9. Must have strong decision-making skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and to bring many, varied tasks to successful completion under time-constrained deadlines.