Arts Engagement & Programs Coordinator

Indiana University; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for full-time staff

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

Paid holidays and generous time off

Employee assistance program

Flexible hours around events

Job summary

Indiana University Northwest is seeking an Engagement and Arts Projects Coordinator to grow audience engagement and recruit students into arts programs. You will support events, manage outreach and digital content, and collaborate with the Director to expand engagement pathways and partnerships.

The role emphasizes project management, communication, and relationship-building with local schools and community partners. This is an in-person, 20-hour-per-week position on the Gary, Indiana campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with teams.
• Experience in events and arts programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with execution of outreach, marketing, and communication strategies.
• Manages the Arts Programming and School of the Arts' digital presence, including its website, social media platforms, newsletters, and internal campus announcements.
• Works with the Director of Arts Programming and Engagement to build engagement plans with new events and partnerships.
• Maintains a database of outreach email and newsletter lists with follow-up actions.
• Assists with planning arts events, including work orders, catering, and staff coordination.
• Represents School of the Arts at community events.
• Distributes materials in assigned areas and keeps location logs.

Skills

Project management

English communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership ability

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 years of relevant experience

Job description

Indiana University Northwest is seeking an Engagement and Arts Projects Coordinator to grow audience engagement and recruit students into arts programs. You will support events, manage outreach and digital content, and collaborate with the Director to expand engagement pathways and partnerships.

The role emphasizes project management, communication, and relationship-building with local schools and community partners. This is an in-person, 20-hour-per-week position on the Gary, Indiana campus.