Ravinia Festival · 19 hours ago
Program Assistant, Steans Institute
Highland Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$16.75/hr - $16.75/hrRavinia Festival is committed to the transformative power of live music and seeks a passionate Program Assistant for its Steans Institute, an artist development program for classical and jazz musicians. The role involves supporting the daily operations of the Institute, including concert preparation, administrative assistance, and artist hospitality, while providing high-level customer service to fellows and faculty.
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Responsibilities
Stage management of Steans concerts and master classes, including preparation, backstage and onstage responsibilities, in conjunction with Steans Coordinators and Audio Video contractors
Pre-performance preparation, including communication with artists about equipment needs, dress rehearsal coordination, and program insert production
Video and audio recording and processing for artist rehearsals•no experience required
Serve as front line point of contact in support of the Institute’s daily activities, managing the front desk reception
Assist with the management of day-to-day office operations, including opening and closing the Harza building, supporting the maintenance of off-site residential houses, and ensuring necessary supplies are appropriately stocked
Manage the reservation of rehearsal spaces in the Harza building, resolving request issues as they arise
Respond to and prioritize varied requests from fellows, faculty, and guest artists
Provide ground transportation to fellows and faculty
Assist in the daily catering and food services operations from on and off-site vendors
Other Duties and Operational Support as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team and independently
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility and creativity in the face of challenges
Punctuality and ability to work outside of normal business hours
Knowledge of Google Suite
Must have or be able to establish summer residence in the greater Chicago area
Acceptable driving record
Drivers must be age 19+
Record must be free of any violation for speeding in excess of 19 mph over the speed limit within the last 3 years
Record must be free of multiple speeding violations (of any severity) within the last 3 years
Record must be free of any at-fault accident violations within the last 5 years
Ravinia reserves the right to extend requirements beyond those noted above
Benefits
This position may be submitted for internship course credit.
Monthly cell phone stipend.
Some meals provided throughout the summer.
Company
Ravinia Festival
Ravinia Festival®, North America’s oldest music festival, stands today as its most musically diverse, presenting over 100 different events throughout the summer.
Founded in 1904
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Jeffrey P. Haydon
President & CEO
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