Advanced Theatre Technician

University System of New Hampshire; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The Redfern Advanced Technical Assistants at Keene State College, part of the University System of New Hampshire, support theatre events by setting up spaces and supervising student crews under the Theatre Operations Manager. This adjunct hourly position requires independence, time management, and the ability to decide on space and equipment safety.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and 2 years in technical theatre.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience in technical theatre or related field.
• Ability to work independently and self-manage time.

Responsibilities

• Complete needed technical setups of performing spaces per event specs.
• Set up supplemental spaces (dressing rooms, equipment storage).
• Supervise student crew and train on theatre equipment and operation.
• Run the technical side of events in the Redfern Arts Center.
• Help maintain Redfern theatrical equipment.

Skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Redfern Advanced Technical Assistants report to the Theatre Operations Manager. The assistants support the Redfern Events, including Rental Clients, the Music Department, and the Theatre and Dance Department. The assistants need to be very independent, and task orientated. They will be given tasks to perform and need to self-manage their time, they also need to adapt to the changing needs of the events. The assistants must be able to make decisions about the space, the equipment needed and if it is safe and feasible to perform a requested action They will be working directly with KSC Students both as supplemental instruction and as a supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete needed technical setups of the performing spaces per events specifications.

• Set up of supplemental spaces as needed (i.e. extra dressing rooms, storage spaces for equipment, etc.).

• Supervise student crew including training on theatre equipment and its operation.

• Run the technical side of events in the Redfern Arts Center.

• Help Maintain the Redfern theatrical equipment.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2 years of experience in technical theatre or related field.

Compensation Pay Range

$30/hour

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu https://www.usnh.edu/ https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location

Keene

Salary Grade

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00