Special Events & Media Coordinator; Dept of Architecture; DBARC

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Berkeley's Department of Architecture was founded on strong principles of design, multidisciplinary collaboration, and respect for experimentation. There are over 570 students, 180 of whom are graduate students; over 20 full-time faculty; over 30 part-time faculty; and 5 career staff. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./arch

The Special Events & Media Coordinator manages the planning, production, and execution of departmental events while leading the development of integrated digital communications and visual content. This position oversees and coordinates all logistical aspects of lectures, exhibitions, final reviews, symposia, and related programs, and ensures that each event is supported by high-quality, brand-aligned media across web, social, and print platforms.

Working under general supervision, the coordinator independently manages complex event workflows, develops multimedia content, collaborates with faculty and students, and supervises student assistants to produce cohesive, design-forward communications. The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong project management, a collaborative working style, and a refined design sensibility appropriate to a professional architecture environment.

Main Campus – Berkeley

First Review Date:
April 1, 2026 – Open until filled

• 35% Event Strategy, Planning & Production:
  Under the general guidance of the Chair and Department Manager (MSO), the coordinator plans, manages, and executes the full range of departmental events, including the Architecture Lecture Series, exhibitions, final reviews, symposia, faculty searches, and other special programs. The role is responsible for developing comprehensive event timelines, production schedules, and run‑of‑show documentation; coordinating venues, audiovisual services, catering, travel, honoraria, contracts, and facilities logistics;
  
  and managing all associated budgets, payment processes, and financial reporting. The incumbent consults with faculty and other stakeholders to determine event objectives, scope, and resource needs, and exercises sound judgment in scheduling, advertising, participant coordination, and guest arrangements, including travel and accommodations for visiting critics and speakers.

  The position establishes and implements procedures for managing event supplies, materials, and equipment, and ensures that programs are professionally staged and aligned with departmental design standards. The coordinator anticipates potential production challenges, develops contingency plans, and resolves logistical and operational issues in a timely manner using tact, discretion, and political acumen. This work requires a high level of detail orientation, the ability to manage multiple…