Festival Driver – Producing; Seasonal

and the job listing Expires on March 22, 2026

Full-Time Job Hospitality, Events & Tourism

Spoleto Festival USA is one of America’s leading performing arts festivals. Each spring, for 17 days and nights, the Festival fills Charleston’s historic theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces with more than 150 performances in opera, theater, dance, and chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music. The 2026 Season will run from May 22 through June 7.

Spoleto Festival USA is seeking reliable and service-oriented Festival Drivers to support artist services, the producing department, and general festival operations during the 2026 season. As a driver, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring that artists and festival personnel are transported safely and efficiently between venues, housing, and other key locations, ensuring a smooth and professional experience while navigating Charleston’s busy festival period.

This seasonal role offers multiple employment structures:

• Some drivers will be part-time, hourly from April 26 through June 14, 2026
  , based on intermittent scheduling needs.
• Others will be full-time and salaried
  , working from May 18 through June 7, 2026
  .
• A few individuals may begin in part-time hourly roles and later transition to full-time salaried positions for the peak period.

If you have a passion for the arts, a love for driving, and a commitment to exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.

Seasonal, part-time, hourly or salaried depending on role/schedule. Not benefit-eligible (Intermittent/As Needed)

This role offers both part-time hourly and full-time salaried scheduling structures:

• Part-time, hourly drivers will work as needed between April 26 and June 14, 2026
  , typically ranging from 20 to 32 hours per week. Scheduling will remain flexible based on festival needs and availability, including night, holiday, weekend, and extended hours. Total hours will not exceed 129 per month.
• Full-time, salaried drivers will work from May 18 through June 7, 2026
  , during the festival’s peak period. These roles are anticipated to involve full-time hours, including long days, nights, and weekends, and will follow a weekly flat-rate pay structure.
• Some drivers may begin as part-time hourly and transition into a full-time salaried role beginning May 18, based on festival needs and candidate availability.

Charleston, SC (on-site)

Producing

Transportation Coordinator

• Provide prompt and efficient transportation for festival artists and staff, including airport transfers, lodging, performance venues, rehearsals, and other scheduled destinations.
• Assist with transportation needs, including airport arrivals and departures, performance logistics, grocery runs, donor events, and inclement weather travel accommodations.
• Manage a flexible schedule, accommodating last‑minute changes due to weather, delays, or other circumstances.
• Foster a hospitable and professional atmosphere, ensuring artists feel valued and supported throughout their festival experience.
• Distribute Welcome Packets and any additional materials.
• Maintain open communication with the production team to ensure seamless coordination of artist transportation needs.
• Keep detailed records of transportation logs and report any incidents or vehicle concerns as needed.
• Regularly inspect and maintain the cleanliness and functionality of festival vehicles.
• Assist with navigation and itinerary planning to ensure timely arrivals, considering traffic patterns and special events in Charleston.
• Provide general information and recommendations about Charleston to artists to enhance their experience.

• Strong driving skills and proficiency in operating various types of vehicles.
• Knowledge of Charleston and its surrounding areas, including alternative routes and high-traffic zones.
• Must have a working and charged cell phone during shifts to receive necessary updates and should be equipped with GPS capability to assist with communication and navigation.
• Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on clear and timely correspondence.
• Exceptional hospitality skills with a focus on providing a…