Actor

CreateEnsemble; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Transforming Theatre Ensemble (TTE) in East Lansing is seeking temporary or on-call performers to support concerts, sporting events, outdoor functions and related University activities. As an actor, you will participate in brief sketches (3–15 minutes) that promote diversity, equity and inclusion, and you may be cast for rehearsals and performances based on availability.

Typical calls include rehearsals 1–4 hours prior to shows and performances with rates of $20/hr for rehearsals and $40/hr for

Qualifications

• Acting experience in theatre or film.
• Interest in social justice.
• Strong capacity for line memorization.
• Ability to take direction/acting notes and adjust performance.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Work at assigned station in a concession stand and assist with refreshments.
• Transport, maintain, and arrange supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Operate a cash drawer and assist with parking enforcement.
• Act as an event usher and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Acting experience

Social justice

Line memorization

Take direction

Punctual

Job description

Job Summary

Temporary or on‑call position. Provides support for concerts, sporting events, outdoor functions and related University special events.

Unit Position Summary

Transforming Theatre Ensemble (TTE) uses brief theatrical sketches in a workshop setting to provide an interactive learning experience that engages faculty, staff, student, and community audiences in collaborative problem‑solving led by a skilled facilitator. TTE sketches, which range in length from three to fifteen minutes, are centered on themes related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Responsibilities

Duties may include working at an assigned station in a concession stand; preparing and dispensing refreshments; transporting, maintaining, and arranging supplies, equipment, and materials; operating a cash drawer; assisting with parking enforcement; acting as an event usher; and similar event‑related responsibilities.

Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between at the end of the second term, terminate for three (3) months, or switch to an on‑call schedule. On‑call employees are allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period. This is an on‑call position, meaning there are no set hours. Actors are scheduled for rehearsals and performances based on availability. An actor may be cast in 1–6 performances a year depending on demand and availability. When cast in a particular performance, actors are typically called for 1–4 hours of rehearsal prior to that performance. Rehearsals might be held during the day, evening, or weekends.

Rates: $20.00/hr. for rehearsals and memorization; $40.00/hr. for performances.

Desired Qualifications

• Acting experience in theatre or film.
• Interest in social justice.
• Strong capacity for line memorization.
• Ability to take direction/acting notes and adjust performance.
• Punctual and reliable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Brief cover letter describing your interest in the position and an acting resume. Applicants may also submit a video of a one‑minute dramatic monologue; however, it is not required.

Location

648 North Shaw Lane, room 368, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA