Position Title
Director of Arts Presenting and Public Venue Operations
Compensation
Compensation: $105,000 – $130,000 plus an incentive plan up to $30,000.
Department
CFA Deans Office
About this opportunity
The Director of Arts Presenting and Public Venue Operations provides strategic leadership for the programming, operations, financial management, facility planning, and public‑facing use of Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, and the Brown Family Amphitheater. With an annual operating budget of $980,000, this position advances a cohesive artistic vision for the university’s public venues while ensuring that programming is relevant, market‑driven, operationally feasible, financially sustainable, and aligned with the mission of Ball State University and the curricular priorities of the College of Fine Arts.
Working closely with college leadership, faculty, staff, artists, agents, promoters, vendors, and campus partners, the Director oversees venue operations, event selection, contract coordination, budget administration, facility maintenance, security, capital improvement planning, and audience engagement. The role supports student success and artistic development by creating experiential learning opportunities, performance platforms, and interdisciplinary collaborations that connect academic programs with contemporary artistic practice and community relevance.
Position
Function
Plan, direct, and coordinate the operational, budgetary, and personnel activities of Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, and the Brown Family Amphitheater, including recommendation, confirmation, and coordination of programming, event selection, development efforts, facility scheduling, and capital improvement.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee event scheduling that is relevant, market‑driven, operationally feasible, and financially viable and sustainable, while advancing a cohesive artistic vision for the university’s public‑facing venues that aligns with the mission of the College of Fine Arts and supports its curricular priorities and creates experiential learning opportunities, performance platforms, and interdisciplinary collaborations that enhance student success and artistic development. This includes the intentional curation, selection, confirmation, and presentation of events that complement academic programs, create meaningful engagement opportunities for students and faculty, and reflect both contemporary artistic practice and community relevance, while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and guidelines, including participation on any relevant committees.Plan, direct, and coordinate all operations/management functions related to Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, and the Brown Family Amphitheater, including responsibility for the administration of the facilities’ operating/programming budgets. In collaboration with college leadership and faculty, ensure that programming decisions and resource allocations support the artistic, educational, and community engagement goals of the College of Fine Arts. Track all revenues and expenses for facilities and provide regular updates to both the college Dean and the college Budget Director.Oversee and monitor all programs and policies related to the maintenance and security of the facilities and equipment; conduct periodic review of policies and procedures; ensure mandatory training compliance, e.g., OSHA and other organizations, and implement approved changes as necessary; maintain liaison with vendors of equipment, materials and services; maintain information of current trends and product availability, and industry standards.Coordinate and confirm activities with booking agents, promoters, artist management, and related groups/individuals in the attraction, to provide necessary support and promotion of Auditorium/Hall/Amphitheater events.Consult, advise the college Dean and the college Budget Director regarding planning and implementation of capital projects for Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, and the Brown Family Amphitheater, and coordinate all operations/management functions related to these projects.Review, discuss, interpret, and confirm contracts for the use of facilities and…
