Events Manager

The University of Texas at Austin is a premier public research university known for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. Within this prestigious institution, the College of Fine Arts stands out as a vibrant hub for creativity and artistic expression, fostering an environment where artists, performers, designers, scholars, educators, and makers come together to inspire change in the world. The Sarah and Ernest Butler School of Music, a distinguished department within the College of Fine Arts, is dedicated to providing world-class music education and public performance opportunities across its various venues on the UT Main Campus.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Events Manager to join the Butler School of Music team. This full-time, exempt position offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $55,000 annually, depending on qualifications, and entails a 40-hour workweek with a flexible schedule to accommodate the school’s dynamic event calendar. The anticipated start date for this role is August 3, 2026, with an ongoing position duration.

The Events Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the logistical and technical execution of public performances held in the Butler School of Music’s three main performance venues. This position will manage facility rental contracts and logistics, acting as a central liaison between the school, campus departments, rental clients, and community partners. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director for Operations, the Events Manager supervises a team of part-time student event managers, ensuring that events run smoothly and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the operation and maintenance of performance halls, managing equipment moves such as choral shells and platform risers, and addressing maintenance needs promptly. The role involves coordinating safety plans and incident reporting in partnership with college personnel and performing basic upkeep tasks to maintain the venues in excellent condition. The Events Manager also handles the hiring, training, and scheduling of student event staff, develops training materials, and supports large productions with thorough preparation and supervision.

Furthermore, the position oversees rental contracts from initial inquiries through invoicing and fee collection, working closely with the business office to finalize agreements. The Events Manager serves as a liaison for external entities utilizing Butler School facilities, coordinating with other University of Texas departments for event hosting and managing essential inspections such as those involving canopy safety systems.

The role demands a high level of professionalism, excellent communication skills, strong project management capabilities, and a passion for supporting the arts and music education. Candidates with relevant venue and production management experience, particularly in classical music settings, will find this a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a thriving cultural institution. The University of Texas at Austin offers a robust benefits package including employer-paid medical coverage, retirement contributions, paid vacation and sick time, holidays, and various other perks to support employee wellbeing and work-life balance.