Event Producer
Bring complex creative projects, performances, and events to life.
At a Glance
Suggested Major
Theatre
Suggested Minor
General Business
Degree Level
Bachelor’s degree; portfolio and experience are important
Career Areas
Performing arts, events, production
Work Settings
Theatres, festivals, venues, production companies, arts organizations
Best For Students Who…
Enjoy organizing complex projects, working with teams, and making live experiences happen
What Does an Event Producer Do?
Event Producers work at the intersection of performing arts, events, production. They use creative, analytical, and collaborative skills to develop projects, services, experiences, or programs that respond to the needs of audiences, clients, organizations, or communities.
How You Build This Path
1. Build Your Arts Foundation
Develop core knowledge and practical skills through the Theatre major, including project-based work and professional preparation.
2. Add Complementary Knowledge
Use the General Business minor to add a second area of expertise that strengthens preparation for this career.
3. Gain Experience + Build Your Next Step
Take on progressively larger events through campus organizations, venues, festivals, or internships.
Skills You May Develop
Related Major + Minor Combinations
Theatre + General Business = Arts Presenter
Theatre + Public Administration = Festival Director
Theatre + General Business = Festival Producer
Degree & Experience Info
This career typically requires a graduate degree.
Bachelor’s degree; portfolio and experience are important FSU graduate option: FSU offers the MA in Arts Administration. FSU offers the MA in Theatre & Performance Research. FSU MFA options in Theatre include Acting, Costume Design, Directing, Lighting Design, Scenic Design, Technical Production, and Theatre Management.