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Thespys National Program Manager at Educational Theatre Association. Please note: This position will not be filled until 2026. We are starting a long recruitment process to ensure we find the right candidate. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may experience a longer timeline than usual between stages. We appreciate your patience and interest in joining EdTA.. Who We Are. The . Educational Theatre Association (EdTA). is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire and support theatre education. We are home to the . International Thespian Society. , the honorary organization for high school and middle school theatre students, and we host the . International Thespian Festival (ITF). —a premier event celebrating student artistry and achievement.. About the Role. We’re looking for an experienced program and event manager who thrives in high-energy environments, can balance details with big-picture strategy, and is passionate about advancing theatre education. You’ll lead logistics and operations for the Thespys competitions, partner with regional coordinators, and serve as the go-to contact for adjudicators, educators, and participants. This is not a traditional 9–5 role—it requires evenings, weekends, and significant travel to support events nationwide.. A Typical Day May Include. . Building and managing the competition schedule at ITF, including rooms, timing, and event flow.. . Coordinating technical requirements (staging, sound, lighting, and virtual platforms).. . Recruiting, training, and supporting adjudicators, volunteers, and event staff.. . Overseeing competitor registration, scoring systems, and awards processes.. . Supporting regional coordinators to ensure compliance, equity, and accessibility.. . Collecting and analyzing event data to identify improvements for future cycles.. . Leading post-event reports and appeals processes, ensuring transparency and fairness.. . Role Progression. . . Within 1 month:. You’ll be fully onboarded into EdTA systems, familiarize yourself with national Thespy standards, and begin supporting regional partners.. . . Within 3 months:. You’ll take ownership of ITF logistics, adjudicator training, and competition communications.. . . Within 6 months:. You’ll independently lead a full competition cycle, from regional support to national festival execution, and present data-driven insights for improvement.. . About You. . You are passionate about arts education and equity in student opportunities.. . You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in fast-paced, live-event environments.. . You have strong communication and leadership skills and enjoy working with diverse stakeholders.. . You can problem-solve in real time, stay calm under pressure, and adapt quickly.. . You’re excited to travel frequently and embrace a flexible, unconventional schedule.. . You enjoy working with tabulation/scoring platforms.. . Nice to Have but Not Necessary. . Certification in event management or project management.. . Familiarity with copyright, licensing, and performance rights.. . Experience working at large-scale arts festivals.. . Company Location: United States.