Assistant Director - Arts & Culture

The Assistant Director – Arts & Culture will lead the artistic and cultural ecosystem of Chandigarh University, Lucknow Campus, by identifying student talent, developing cultural clubs and societies, and delivering a vibrant year-round programme across performing, visual, literary, and traditional arts.Educational QualificationsMaster’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, Theatre, Mass Communication, or a related discipline.A recognised record as a performer, artist, cultural producer, or arts professional will be an added advantage.Experience RequirementsMinimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in cultural programming, arts management, performing arts, or cultural activities within a higher education institution or cultural organisation.Demonstrated experience in managing cultural programmes, student clubs, artistic training, and large-scale cultural initiatives.Proven experience in preparing and leading student contingents for AIU zonal and national Youth Festivals or other recognised inter-university competitions.Experience in leading teams, coordinating trainers and visiting artists, and managing cultural resources and budgets.Key ResponsibilitiesA. Cultural Clubs and Societies ManagementEstablish, register, and govern cultural clubs and societies covering music, dance, theatre, fine arts, literature, photography, creative writing, and other relevant disciplines.Appoint faculty advisors and guide clubs in developing annual activity plans, budgets, and participation targets.Monitor club activities, student engagement, performance standards, and compliance with university policies.B. Talent Identification and TrainingConduct talent identification drives and cultural auditions during student induction and throughout the academic year.Organise regular training sessions, rehearsals, workshops, masterclasses, and mentorship programmes with qualified trainers and visiting artists.C. Cultural Calendar and Festival ContentDevelop and implement the annual cultural calendar covering performances, competitions, workshops, exhibitions, literary activities, and cultural celebrations.Curate artistic content for flagship university festivals, student orientation, convocation cultural segments, and other institutional occasions.Work closely with CEMD, which will lead production, technical execution, stage management, and logistics for major events.D. Inter-University Competitions and Cultural RepresentationIdentify, select, and prepare student contingents for AIU zonal and national Youth Festivals and other recognised inter-university competitions.Coordinate team composition, artistic direction, practice sessions, and performance reviews.Track competition results, awards, rankings, and achievements to strengthen the university’s cultural representation.E. Heritage, Traditional Arts and Cultural PartnershipsPromote Indian classical music and dance, folk traditions, regional theatre, visual arts, literature, and other indigenous art forms.Develop cultural programmes that showcase the heritage of Awadh and Uttar Pradesh through performances, workshops, exhibitions, and festivals.Invite eminent artists and practitioners for guest lectures, demonstrations, mentorship, and collaborative cultural initiatives.F. Student Welfare and Safe Cultural ParticipationEstablish appropriate norms for rehearsal hours, late-evening activities, travel, accommodation, and student supervision.Ensure cultural activities are planned in a manner that protects student safety and academic commitments.Promote respectful conduct, inclusion, teamwork, and professional discipline during rehearsals, workshops, competitions, and performances.Preferred Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will be an experienced arts and culture professional with a strong background in cultural programming, performing arts, or institutional arts management. The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to identify and nurture student talent, lead cultural teams, prepare university contingents for competitive events, and develop engaging cultural programmes.Candidates with a verifiable record of leading student teams to AIU zonal or national Youth Festivals, recognised artistic achievements, and experience in higher education institutions will be preferred.