Theatre Specialist

Kent State; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Theatre Specialist to provide support for theatre rehearsals and productions. Responsibilities include coordinating auditions, maintaining budgets, and overseeing student employees. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Theatre and has relevant experience. This is a part-time role with a flexible schedule, offering an engaging environment dedicated to diversity and creativity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre or a relevant field; two years of relevant experience.
• Master of Fine Arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for theatre rehearsals and productions.
• Coordinate auditions and liaise with various stakeholders.
• Monitor and maintain budget for assigned area.

Skills

Technical support

Budget management

Supervision of student employees

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theatre or relevant field

Job description

Job Title

Theatre Specialist

Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary: $18.20 - $19.69 per hour

Basic Functions

To provide support for theatre rehearsals and productions. Reports to Designated Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide support (e.g., technical design, operating, etc.) for theatre rehearsals and productions; monitor set-up of equipment for assigned area.
• Assist in coordination of auditions, including preparing correspondence and serving as liaison with faculty, staff, students, and external theatre personnel.
• Coordinate and prepare correspondence for patrons, donors, and administration.
• Monitor and maintain budget for assigned area.
• Oversee and coordinate inventory; order supplies, equipment, etc.; oversee maintenance of equipment and machines.
• Hire, train and supervise student employees.
• Coordinate and keep records of rented and loaned supplies and equipment; enforce rental and loan policies and procedures.
• Provide technical support for other events and activities scheduled in the theatre facility (e.g., concerts, lectures, etc.).
• Supervise students and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or a relevant field; two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Fine Arts.

Assessments

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples, or a written or practical test to assess job-related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

None.

Working Schedule

Part-time, flexible schedule.

Additional Information

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

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