- Location
- High Point University, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- IT
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Title: Event Technician
Department: School of Arts & Design
Supervisor: Ken Blinn
Starting Rate of Pay: $8.00
Length of Time:Job Title: Eligible for rehire on a semester basis.
Department Description
The David R. Hayworth School of Arts and Design (SOAD) Departments of Theater & Dance and Music offer a wide variety of collaborative, hands-on learning opportunities for students. The Event Technician assist the Production Supervisor in successfully preparing and operating technical equipment for Admissions and Student Life events, as well as assisting with events produced by the Depts. of Theatre & Dance, and Music.
Job Description
Students will be responsible for assisting with maintaining equipment storage areas, along with set-up and breakdown of various lighting, sound, and AV equipment for events and performances. Students will also serve as Teaching Assistants (supervisors) for THE 1100. Students may also have the opportunity to program and operate various lighting, sound, and AV equipment as needed for events and performances.
Job Location/ Hours Required
Students will report to either the Pauline Theater in Hayworth Fine Arts Center or the Empty Space Theater primarily. Occasionally shows will happen in other locations on campus. Students will be notified ahead of time.
This position requires availability for at least 10 hours per week and will include evenings and weekends during performances.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation for each event
- Operation of Admissions and T&D, and Music events as needed
- Assist with preparation for each Dept. of T&D, and Music performances
- Work with staff and crew hanging lights and / or loading in scenery
- Other duties as necessary for individual productions
Required Qualifications:
- Approachable, friendly, ‘can do’ attitude
- Self-Motivated
- Ability to work independently and as part of a larger group
- Organization and good time management
- Familiarity, interest and appreciation for the performing arts
Desired Skills:
· Must have a minimum 3.4 overall GPA
· A desire to learn more about theater, dance and music
· Experience in mixing and operating digital sound consoles, programming / operating ETC lighting consoles, AV gear such as cameras, switchers, recording, streaming, etcetera