Concert Program and Recital Coordinator

As the University’s largest and most varied academic unit, the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) is comprised of artists, learners, performers, scholars, scientists, and teachers across 21+ departments, programs, schools, and centers and acts as a central hub where many of the University's disciplines intersect. Nearly all 6,000 undergraduates at the University take liberal arts courses with us, and about one-third of these students declare a first major in a CAHSS program. Most of our departments, programs and schools offer master's or doctoral programs. CAHSS scholars, artists, instructors, staff, and students collaborate in a shared quest for knowledge about the human condition and the development of skills to improve our local and global communities. The scope of CAHSS allows our students to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed at nearly any career in today’s global society. 

With approximately 300 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 student body. Residing in the acclaimed Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts, the music program offers Bachelors and Masters degrees in the areas of Performance, Composition, Jazz & Commercial Music, Recording and Production, Conducting, Pedagogy, Music Theory and Musicology/Ethnomusicology, as well as graduate certificates and Artist Diplomas. The culturally vibrant 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 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, the Concert Program and Recital Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating Lamont’s concert program production and student recital scheduling.

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1000 hours in a calendar year.
This posting is for a pre-identified candidate.

Essential Functions

• Design, generate, and oversee all printed/digital programs for concerts and events (approx. 300 per year) and archive these files per music licensing requirements
• Schedule all student recitals (100-125) and dress rehearsals
• Hire, train, supervise, and schedule a student staff of four

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 in music or a related field
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe InDesign (or comparable desktop publishing software)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and familiarity with file management for print production

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in arts administration, higher education, or a related field
• Supervisory experience, particularly working with student employees

Working Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Unexpected interruptions occur occasionally and stress level is moderate.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

• Ability to work in front of a computer for an extended period.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule
Hours will be scheduled between Monday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) April 6, 2026

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.ed