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Director, NC State LIVE

North Carolina State University

$85,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience)

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 23, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194427EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Director, NC State LIVE
Anticipated Hiring Range	$85,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
Work Schedule	40 hours per week. This position often requires working nights and weekends. The work schedule is influenced by special events and activities.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	NC State LIVE
About the Department	The Division of Academic & Student Affairs ( DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College. NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here ( You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student. NC State LIVE connects students, faculty, staff, and the larger community with performing artists to foster rich learning opportunities and transformative performance. As part of a land-grant university with a mission to serve the public, NC State LIVE brings world-class arts programming to Raleigh, providing rich cultural engagement for all. In alignment with the new vision of Arts NC State, NC State LIVE connects artists and audiences through transformational performances and a meaningful exploration of the academic inquiries that artists inspire. The artists we present are critically acclaimed, internationally recognized, artistically excellent, and able to connect with arts-integrated research programming, Art + Research Collectives, and Art + Research Fellows. NC State LIVE programs artists who are committed to fulfilling the university's mission through intensive student engagement opportunities and interdisciplinary collaboration with campus and community partners. Learn more about us at live.arts.ncsu.edu
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	Reporting to the Executive Director of Arts NC State & Associate Dean, University College, the NC State LIVE Director leads NC State LIVE, the university's professional performing arts presenter, with responsibility for: Curating programming aligned with the new vision for Arts NC State (60%) Researching, curating, and managing professional performing arts programming in alignment with the mission and vision of Arts NC State Working within the vision of Arts NC State to uplift the arts both internally at NC State and externally to the campus, and greater community Collaborating with academic and student affairs departments to integrate the professional performing arts programming with the curricula of the university and to serve the developmental needs of students Contribute to the development of artist residencies that encompass research and/or educational activities in collaboration with staff/faculty/students and on and off-campus partners Approve final decisions on artists, itineraries, and contracts Daily Operations (30%) Operation management of NC State LIVE, ensuring the unit meets administrative requirements and deadlines Ensuring annual operational needs are met through allocated budgets Develop relationships with vendors/artists/agents to curate the performance season and ensure compliance and processes are met Advocacy and outreach both on campus and in the Triangle community Serve as Primary Investigator on grants to local, state, and federal agencies and foundations Supervise an Associate Director, NC State LIVE, Program Coordinator, NC State LIVE, and student employees Strategic Planning (10%) Long and short-range planning and assessment in alignment with Arts NC State vision Fundraising (corporate sponsorships and private) and individual donor cultivation Assist in the development of ticket sales and marketing campaigns Serve on appropriate boards and participate in relevant professional development conferences locally and nationally
Other Responsibilities	Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Masters degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of five (5) years of related professional experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Minimum of five years (5) of demonstrated professional experience including: Curating and planning innovative professional performing arts programming both artistically and financially Managing resources across a complex budget with multiple funding sources including allocated, revenue, and contributed funds Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, administrators, sponsors/funding agencies, agents/managers, artists, and community partners Successful fundraising and grant-writing experience Overall knowledge of the performing arts and awareness of contemporary trends Demonstrated success as a creative problem-solver Previous experience in a supervisory/management position
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in arts administration and management within higher education institutions, including interdisciplinary and cross-unit partnerships Familiarity with higher education policies, and processes, including contracting, grants, budgeting, funding sources, and venue operations Experience working with North Carolina artists and facilitating artist residencies Demonstrated experience producing arts festivals, conferences, or symposiums, including arts-integrated research programming with campus and community partners Experience supporting donor engagement, including donor events and cultivation activities Proficiency with arts-related operational tools, including Tickets.com ticketing software
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	01/23/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	In addition to your application, please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00111825
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID	243020 - NC State Live
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.