WorkStudy - Stage & House Manager

Purpose: Assist the Concerts & Events Office as directed including providing support for recitals, concerts, and events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee house and lobby and controls crowd before and after concerts and events.
• Must keep halls tidy before, during and after events.
• Responsible for stage production during scheduled events.
• Be confident to "run-the-show" and be the backstage authority figure.
• Set and Strike all performance equipment (including moving pianos, harpsichord, etc.).
• Execute stage changes.
• Operate Lighting Equipment.
• Operate CD Playback and PA mic.
• Operate Shades, Screen or Acoustic Draperies in Mixon Hall.
• Communicates with other event staff and performers to keep the event running smoothly.
• Monitor events at all times during shift.
• Responsible for organizing and keeping backstage areas clean.
• Notify the C&E Office/Maintenance if equipment is malfunctioning.

Rate of Pay: $15.00/ hr.

Qualifications:

• Attend training sessions and mandatory meetings
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have decision making skills
• Must be punctual, very reliable and assertive
• Must be willing to dress properly for every shift
• Must be prompt in reply to all communications with Supervisor
• Capacity to handle stressful situations and troubleshoot problems quickly and efficiently
• Excellent communication skills and ability to assume authority

Length of Employment: 8/26/24 to 5/8/25, or the date a student has earned their full WS award, or is no longer enrolled full time, whichever comes first.