Senior Event Coordinator, Performing Arts & Production

Utah-Valley-University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University’s Noorda Center for the Performing Arts seeks a Senior Event Coordinator to liaison with clients, artists, and campus partners from planning through execution. You will oversee event logistics, venue operations, staffing plans, and production support for a wide range of performances and events.

The role emphasizes fast-paced coordination, strong communication, and relationship-building to deliver exceptional experiences for artists, audiences, students, and community

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication are required to guide teams across events.
• Experience coordinating complex live productions and events.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities for fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with production software and office tools for planning and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead production documentation, schedules, checklists, and post-event reporting.
• Mentor and train the Events and Production Coordinator team and student staff.
• Coordinate production schedules, staffing, and equipment resources across venues.
• Act as on-site representative for complex events with artists, vendors, and partners.
• Ensure safety protocols and risk management across venues and teams.
• Perform other duties related to events and production as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Time-management

Problem-solving

Production systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in technical theater, event management, or related field

Tools

Production management software

Scheduling systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Utah Valley University’s Noorda Center for the Performing Arts seeks a Senior Event Coordinator to liaison with clients, artists, and campus partners from planning through execution. You will oversee event logistics, venue operations, staffing plans, and production support for a wide range of performances and events.

The role emphasizes fast-paced coordination, strong communication, and relationship-building to deliver exceptional experiences for artists, audiences, students, and community