Technical Assistant


Position Overview

Assist Technical Director with addressing and implementing the technical needs of productions in various venues utilized by the Department of Theatre and Dance.

Job Description

30% - Setup venues for specific performance needs.
30% - Attend rehearsals and performances, serving as running crew as required.
20% - Return venues to the stock configuration after performances.
10% - Routine maintenance of theatrical systems and the venue itself.
10% - Other duties as assigned to address the needs of the Department of Theatre and Dance.

Position Requirements

This position is on-site

Required Qualifications

  1. Experience with standard theatrical operating procedures: Hang and focus lighting fixtures, program and operate light console, configure and operate audio system and other standard theatrical operations adhering to safety standards as evidenced in application material or from previous work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Experience with video and streaming as demonstrated by application materials.
  2. Experience with DAW's (ProTools, ASudition, etc.)
  3. Experience with Qlab.
  4. Experience troubleshooting audio, lighting, video, streaming and multimedia systems as evidenced in application materials.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete online application will include:
  • Cover letter describing how the required and preferred qualifications are met.
  • Resume
Review of applications begins on August 20, 2024 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is received. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date.

Contact Information to Applicants

Alex Weston, stgmgr@ku.edu, 864-2698

Advertised Salary Range

$15 - $20 per hour

Work Schedule

10-20 hrs per week, work schedule depends on production needs.

Application Review Begins

Tuesday August 20, 2024

Anticipated Start Date

Sunday August 25, 2024

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Posting Information

  • Posting ID:  28560BR
  • Department:  Theatre and Dance
  • Primary Campus:  University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
  • Assignment:  On-Site
  • Reg/Temp:  Temporary
  • Employee Class:  U-Unclassified Professional Staff
  • Review Begins:  20-Aug-2024

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