Senior Cultural Affairs Programmer & Events Lead

City of Chicago Department of Law

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 86,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Chicago seeks a seasoned Cultural Affairs Coordinator II for the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. You will lead the planning and execution of programs, festivals, and performances at venues like the Chicago Cultural Center and Millennium Park, coordinating artists, partners, and production teams to deliver high-quality experiences.

Candidates bring at least six years in program development or arts administration and a strong track record in budgeting, scheduling,

Qualifications

Six (6) years of work experience in program development or arts administration.
Bachelor’s or higher degree in Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Liberal Arts, or related field; with related program/administration experience.
Master’s degree preferred for higher responsibilities in arts programming and leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead Programmer of assigned events, managing all performance aspects, contracts, and evaluation reports.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to plan and deliver festivals and programs.
Manage program logistics, meetings, materials, and timelines with the production team.