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Employment

LAST UPDATED MAY 19, 2026


Civil Service Positions

Production Coordinator for Events

Keeping our calendar of events on track and on budget is a critical need for Krannert Center. We're looking for a person with excellent organizational and comunications skills to coordinate among several Krannert Center depatments and to assist artists during their time here.

The succesful candidate will be responsible for planning and implementing artistic and logistical details and providing budgetary oversight for performances, live events, rental events, and other production/event activities. The candidate would also serve as primary liaison with artists before and during their time at Krannert Center, assisting with hotel reservations, transportation, and other artist needs.

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one year in education, training and/or work experience in advancing performances and/or events with performing artists and/or artist representatives, and a valid driver's license is required.

 This is a full-time Civil Service position. Salary is $45,000-$50,000 per year. 

All applications must be received by 6pm Central time Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Click here to view the complete job description.

 

Hourly Positions

There are no hourly positions available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.

 

Academic Professional Positions

Production Manager and Stage Management Instructor

Come join the dynamic Stage Management Department of Krannert Center Staff and Teaching Faculty! This person will join two faculty members in mentoring BFA and MFA Stage Management students through formal classroom teaching and realized productions in Krannert Center as well as acting Production Manager for all five stages that comprise Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. 

Job Details:

  • 12-Month Full Time
  • Academic Professional
  • Generous PTO and Holiday schedule
  • Health, Vision, Dental Insurance provided
  • Salary: $57k-$62k annually

All applications must be received by Tuesday, May 26 at 6pm Central time. View the complete job description here.

 

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.