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Festival Support

Reporting to the Festival Director, Senior Festival Operations Manager, and On-Site Festival Manager, the Festival Support is responsible for the setup, operation and tear down of the festival and ...

Spartan Race, Inc

Festival Support

Boston, MA · On-site

Reporting to the Festival Director, Senior Festival Operations Manager, and On-Site Festival Manager, the Festival Support is responsible for the setup, operation and tear down of the festival and ...

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Festival Lead

$18 - $21/hr

Coordinate with Festival Manager and Race Director the layout of festival to ensure all activations, tents and fence lines fit within the specific guidelines and limitations of the venue * Supervise ...

Spartan Race, Inc

Festival Lead

Boston, MA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Coordinate with Festival Manager and Race Director the layout of festival to ensure all activations, tents and fence lines fit within the specific guidelines and limitations of the venue * Supervise ...

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How much do festival director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for festival director in the United States is $60,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges a Festival Director faces during the planning and execution of a festival?

Festival Directors often encounter challenges such as managing strict budgets, coordinating with multiple vendors and sponsors, securing necessary permits, and addressing last-minute changes or emergencies. The role requires balancing creative programming with logistical realities, ensuring safety compliance, and handling unexpected issues such as weather disruptions or artist cancellations. Strong organizational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential in overcoming these hurdles. Collaboration with a diverse team of staff, volunteers, and external partners is also crucial to delivering a successful event.

What does a Festival Director do?

A Festival Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing all aspects of a festival, ensuring its smooth execution. They manage budgets, coordinate with vendors, secure venues, and collaborate with sponsors and stakeholders. Additionally, they curate programming, hire staff, and handle marketing and public relations efforts. Their role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and event management skills to create a successful and memorable festival experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Festival Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Festival Director, you need expertise in event planning, budgeting, project management, and vendor coordination, often supported by a degree in event management, hospitality, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, ticketing systems, and compliance with safety/regulatory standards is common in the industry. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help drive team performance and stakeholder engagement. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering seamless, memorable events and managing the complex logistics unique to large-scale festivals.

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Infographic showing various Festival Director job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,886 per year, or $29.3 per hour.
Director of People and Culture

Director of People and Culture

Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Ashland, OR

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR seeks a Director of People & Culture to join the team at one of the nation’s leading cultural institutions at a moment of meaningful transition and renewal. The Director of People & Culture will lead a team with the goal to help stabilize, strengthen, and reimagine the employee experience, supporting both the people and the art at the heart of the organization. The Director of People & Culture will serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for shaping and stewarding a people-centered culture within a highly collaborative and uniquely complex theatrical environment.

OSF was founded in 1935 and has grown from a three-day festival of two plays to a nationally renowned theatre arts organization that presents a rotating repertory season of up to 10 plays and musicals, including illuminating interpretations of Shakespeare, other enduring classics, and new works. OSF productions have been presented on Broadway, internationally, and at regional, community, and high school theatres across the country. OSF received the 1983 Special Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre and is one of the largest nonprofit theatres in the nation with three stages, including an outdoor Allen Elizabethan Theatre.

The search is being led by VP of Executive Search Cynthia Fuhrman, in consultation with and support from the TOC Arts Partners search team. Applications will be accepted until this role is filled.

For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls. Specific questions about the position may be directed to: Cynthia Fuhrman, VP, Executive Search, cynthia@tocartspartners.com.

We kindly ask that you apply through our search partner directly:
https://tocartspartners.com/jobs-listing/oregon-shakespeare-festival-dir-people-culture