Engagement and Artistic Coordinator

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Carolina Performing Arts - 506000 Career Area Administrative/Clerical Support Posting Open Date 10/28/2026 Application Deadline 11/12/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Engagement and Artistic Coordinator Position Number 20079295 Vacancy ID S028202 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 20 Work Schedule

Monday - Sunday, evenings and weekends

Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $21.00 - $25.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 11/30/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of Carolina Performing Arts (CPA) is to spark curiosity, inspiring all members of our community to discover and more fully engage with the world. We collaborate with dynamic and compelling artists from across the globe to create novel, mission-driven performing arts experiences in partnership with our community. We also open our venues to others to explore, create, and celebrate their own work. Through the Office of the Executive Director for the Arts (EDA), CPA oversees all artistic programming, campus and community engagement, marketing and fundraising for its presented, commissioned and produced work, and manages all operations of its venues including facility rentals, technical production, audience services and ticketing.

Carolina Performing Arts thrives because of our collaborations with a diverse cohort of partners that create deeper understanding for our audiences and enable us to be empathetic visionaries. As our campus, state, nation, and world continue to reckon with systemic injustices, we are committed to being an agent for change and making certain that our internal practices reflect the values that are made visible on the stage. Our work is made possible and made better through the contributions of team members from a wide array of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We seek to recruit and develop staff to create a welcoming, and inclusive organization.

Position Summary

As a member of the Artistic, Engagement and Production Department, the Engagement and Artistic Coordinator is a key point of connection between CPA and engagement partners, community collaborators, visiting artists, and UNC staff and faculty. They support the Director of Engagement and artistic operations team in planning and executing CPA's engagement programming, creative partnerships, performances, and other mission-driven work, from planning to successful implementation.

Responsibilities include project management, information gathering and reporting, timeline development, administrative support, logistics, and basic bookkeeping support. The Engagement and Artistic Coordinator also contributes to the development and refinement of tools and standard operating procedures that support planning, logistics, and general project management across the engagement and artistic functions.

Hours are variable week to week, depending on CPA activities and needs. Hours may average between 20 and 30 per week, though periods above and below that range are possible. Full-time commitment is required February 1-28, 2027.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Experience coordinating or managing projects, events, or productions with multiple stakeholders and hard deadlines
• Meticulous organizational skills with the ability to track and manage complex logistics
• The ability to convey information clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing, while tailoring communication to different audiences
• Strong customer service skills with desire to create a supportive and warm environment for artists or engagement partners
• Adaptability to respond to urgent artist and engagement partner needs or changing schedules and priorities

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

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If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Writing/research Sample
• Media Presentation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What qualities make engagement with community partners, visiting artists, and campus collaborators successful and lasting?

(Open Ended Question)

• • How do you manage competing deadlines when supporting multiple projects, events, and stakeholders at once?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What draws you to working behind the scenes in the performing arts, supporting the logistics and partnerships that bring a production to life?

(Open Ended Question)