Employment
LAST UPDATED FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Civil Service Positions
Programming and Engagement Coordinator
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 KCPA programs that deepen relationships with youth, students, campus community, the greater Champaign/Urbana community, and seniors. Areas of focus may include special events, Youth Series performances, youth performances by Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra, and student events
- Establish relationships with faculty and students to further engage campus community in the planning of events at Krannert Center for Performing Arts; reaching out to departments who may have connections to themes of presented works
- 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
- Maintain the budget assigned to this position
- 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.
Hourly Positions
Krannert Center is hiring an extra help Patron Services Performance Supervisor to help provide support for the Director of Ticketing and Patron Services and front of house operations at Krannert Center. The Performance Supervisor also contributes to leadership and oversight of student and volunteer patron services staff during performances, events, and other times as necessary. Work hours will primarily include evenings and weekends. Applicants must not be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois, must be a high school graduate, and must be over the age of 18. If you think you would excel in this role, please email your resume to Patron and Ticket Services Director Whitney Havice, whavice [at] illinois.edu. Pay rate is $20.69 per hour. Thank you for your interest!
Krannert Center is hiring an extra help hourly Ticket Services Supervisor to help provide outstanding service and experiences to Krannert Center constituents. This team member will work in person, online, and over the phone to sell tickets, provide information, and complete other tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the Krannert Center Ticket Office. Work hours include some evenings and weekends. Applicants must not be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois, be a high school graduate, and must be over the age of 18. If you think you would excel in this role, please email your resume to Patron and Ticket Services Director Whitney Havice, whavice [at] illinois.edu. Pay rate is $20.69 per hour. Thank you for your interest!
- Extra Help Building Operations Attendants (part-time): Work includes custodial work and assistance in the conversion and maintenance of facilities and equipment in a large multi-purpose building. Must possess physical dexterity and have the ability to lift heavy objects. Interested applicants may contact Tony Mapson at amapson [at] illinois.edu or 217.300.6252.
Academic Professional Positions
There are no academic professional positions available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.
Student PositionS
There are no student positions available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.
STUDENT INTERNSHIPS
• Arts Management + Leadership Internships (THEA 391, MUS459, or DANC425)
Visit the For U of I Students page to learn more.
Programming and Engagement
- Work in collaboration 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 KCPA programs that deepen relationships with youth, students, campus community, the greater Champaign/Urbana community, and seniors. Areas of focus may include special events, Youth Series performances, youth performances by Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra, and student events
- Establish relationships with faculty and students to further engage campus community in the planning of events at Krannert Center for Performing Arts; reaching out to departments who may have connections to themes of presented works
- 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
- Maintain the budget assigned to this position
- 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.