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University Of Denver Community Relations Program Coordinator, Lamont School Of Mu in Denver, Colorado
The University of Denver, the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, enrolls 14,000 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. With approximately 250 music majors, the University of Denver's Lamont School of Music, housed in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, is a highly selective and nationally renowned music program. An accredited institutional member of NASM, Lamont is distinguished by an exceptional faculty recognized nationally and internationally as well as by a talented and diverse student body. Residing in the acclaimed Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts, the music program offers Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in Performance and Composition of Classical and Jazz & Commercial music, a BM in Recording and Production, a MM in Conducting and Pedagogy, Master of Arts degrees in Music Theory and Musicology/Ethnomusicology, and other graduate certificates and Artist Diplomas. The culturally v ibrant city of Denver is located in the beautiful Front Range region of the Rocky Mountains. With a metropolitan population of nearly 3 million, Denver has a robust and diverse arts community that boasts outstanding professional ensembles across all music genres. For a more detailed description of the school as well as a listing of events, performances, and recordings visit www.du.edu/lamont.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to the Manager of Marketing and Communications of the Lamont School of Music, this position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating multiple aspects of Lamont's public relations. These include a variety of responsibilities related to public recitals, concerts, and events, running the "Hire a Musician" program, assisting in arranging public service outreach events, and coordinating Lamont student & alumni awards
Essential Functions
- Design, generate, and oversee all printed programs for concerts and events (approx. 300 per year) and archive these files per music licensing requirements
- Schedule all student recitals (100-125) and related activities (recital boards, dress rehearsals)
- Run "Hire a Musician" (gig service for students & alumni: teaching/performing on and off campus)
- Assist in arranging public service outreach events
- Hire, train, supervise, and schedule a student staff of four
- Update Lamont Concert Line weekly
Manage Lamont's awards processes (Awards Convocation, Distinguished Alumni Award) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of music
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Strong editing and proofreading skills
- Able to multi-task, take initiative, and solve problems
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Broad computer skills that include word processing, spreadsheet, and publishing applications
Excellent interpersonal skills Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
- Experience in music
Computer skills appropriate to the position (see "Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities") Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in music
- Two or more years of related experience and/or training
- Supervisory experience Working Environment
- Standard office environment.
- Unexpected interruptions occur occasionally and stress level is moderate.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
- Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
- Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. In accordance with the University's flexible work policy, this position is eligible to be considered for partial remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.
Application Deadline For consideration, please submit you application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) September 1, 2024.
Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number: The salary grade for the position is 7.
Hourly Range The hourly range for the position is $26.05-27.15
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its