Arts Center Events & Tech Coordinator

Lehman College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehman College is seeking an Administrative Events Coordinator to assist in planning, preparing, and executing performances and events at Lehman Stages. You will coordinate technical needs across venues, work with student staff, and communicate with clients to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and about 2 years in technical theater or event production, with the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Approximately 2 years of experience in technical theater, event production, or a related field.
• Experience supporting live events, performances, or production environments.
• Basic working knowledge of lighting, sound, and stage systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and clients.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating the technical and logistical aspects of performances, rehearsals, classes, and special events.
• Support event preparation, including setup, breakdown, and space readiness across multiple venues.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, responding to inquiries and communicating event-related information.
• Organize and maintain event-related documentation, including schedules, technical needs, and operational details.
• Assist with staffing coordination, including student workers and overhire personnel.
• Ensure that technical equipment and systems are prepared and functioning as needed for events.
• Support the operation of lighting, sound, video, and stage equipment during events.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and coordinating basic equipment upkeep.
• Monitor event execution and support troubleshooting of technical or operational issues as they arise.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with safety standards and proper use of equipment.

Skills

Event coordination

Communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Lighting systems

Sound systems

Stage equipment

Job description

Lehman College is seeking an Administrative Events Coordinator to assist in planning, preparing, and executing performances and events at Lehman Stages. You will coordinate technical needs across venues, work with student staff, and communicate with clients to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and about 2 years in technical theater or event production, with the ability to work evenings and weekends.