What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Management Adjunct Faculty position at Vermont State University?
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Description
The Vermont State University Music and Business Program on the Lyndon campus, within the Department of Music, Theater, Dance & Technology, is seeking a part-time instructor with professional expertise in event management and promotion to begin teaching in the Spring 2026 semester.
The Event Management and Promotion course introduces students to the principles, practices, and real-world applications of planning, organizing, and promoting live events. The instructor will guide students through key areas such as event logistics, budgeting, talent booking, venue management, marketing and promotion strategies and audience development. Emphasis will be placed on connecting classroom learning to contemporary industry practices, preparing students for roles in music business, arts administration, and live entertainment.
Application Information:
Interested applicants are required to submit a letter of application (cover letter), a resume/curriculum vitae, and documentation highlighting relevant professional and/or teaching experience in event management and promotion. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Key Responsibilities:
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in the appropriate field of study.
Salary:
Based on credits previously taught per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
The compensation or range of compensation for this role can be found here to the particular collective bargaining agreement. For links to the Agreements, please click here.
Application Information:
Interested applicants are required to submit a letter of application (cover letter), resume/curriculum vitae and documentation highlighting relevant professional and/or teaching experience in event management and promotion. Please submit your Unofficial College Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired) and contact information of at least three professional references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Vermont State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.
Description
The Vermont State University Music and Business Program on the Lyndon campus, within the Department of Music, Theater, Dance & Technology, is seeking a part-time instructor with professional expertise in event management and promotion to begin teaching in the Spring 2026 semester.
The Event Management and Promotion course introduces students to the principles, practices, and real-world applications of planning, organizing, and promoting live events. The instructor will guide students through key areas such as event logistics, budgeting, talent booking, venue management, marketing and promotion strategies and audience development. Emphasis will be placed on connecting classroom learning to contemporary industry practices, preparing students for roles in music business, arts administration, and live entertainment.
Application Information:
Interested applicants are required to submit a letter of application (cover letter), a resume/curriculum vitae, and documentation highlighting relevant professional and/or teaching experience in event management and promotion. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide weekly instruction for Music Business & Industry Majors in the areas of event management and concert promotion.
- Support a wide variety of learning styles while working both in person and remote.
- Help students build experience and network.
- College teaching experience is a must, a college degree in arts administration or similar, would be fantastic.
- 5 years professional experience in the areas of concert booking and promotion, venue and box office management.
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in the appropriate field of study.
Salary:
Based on credits previously taught per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
The compensation or range of compensation for this role can be found here to the particular collective bargaining agreement. For links to the Agreements, please click here.
Application Information:
Interested applicants are required to submit a letter of application (cover letter), resume/curriculum vitae and documentation highlighting relevant professional and/or teaching experience in event management and promotion. Please submit your Unofficial College Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired) and contact information of at least three professional references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Vermont State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.