MPAC Stage Technician

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton seeks an MPAC Stage Technician to support College of Music concerts and external rental events at the Murchison Performing Arts Center.

This part-time, non-exempt (0.48 FTE) hourly position requires 2–3 years in general theater production including audio, lighting, scenery and props, and an associate degree or higher. Candidates must read production reports, learn quickly, communicate well with clients, and perform physical tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience with general theater production including audio, lighting, scenic and props.
• Associate’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Must be able to read production reports and execute tasks as assigned.
• Must have friendly demeanor when dealing with clients.

Responsibilities

• Read pre-event reports and set stages to match charts.
• Move equipment on/off stage such as microphones, chairs, stands, platforms, choir risers, pianos, etc.
• Assist in setup of audio and lighting as well as tables and chairs for lobby receptions, meetings, etc.
• Run audio or assist with audio for events with multiple microphones.

Skills

Theatre production

Audio

Lighting

Props handling

Communication

Education

Associate degree+

Tools

Audio equipment

Lighting equipment

Stage equipment

Job description

Title: MPAC Stage Technician

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-College of Music-Gen-134000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $15.00 an hour

FTE: 0.48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

This position works under the supervision of the MPAC Director and MPAC Audio Technical Director as a general stage technician for performances in the Murchison Performing Arts Center to support both UNT College of Music concerts as well as external rental client events.

2-3 years experience with general theater production including audio, lighting, scenic and props. Associate’s degree or higher in a related field.

Must be able to learn quickly and retain system information once taught. Critical listening abilities for audio and good vision for lighting are needed. Must be able to read production reports and execute tasks as assigned in reports. Must have a friendly demeanor in dealing with all internal and external clients. Must have knowledge of general stage terminology and stage directions. This is a hands on position, so some lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, climbing of stairs and ladders should be expected in every shift.

• Includes reading pre-event reports and setting stages to match charts.
• Moving equipment on/off stage such as microphones, chairs, stands, platforms, choir risers, pianos, etc.
• Assisting in setup of audio and lighting as well as tables and chairs for lobby receptions, meetings, etc.
• Running audio or assisting with audio for events with multiple microphones such as concerts or meetings.

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
• Noisy environments.

Work will be intermittent, year-round, scheduled at least 2-4 weeks in advance. Part-time, no more than 15 hours per week. Several weeks a year will have no hours when UNT is closed for Winter, Spring, Fall breaks, as well as several weeks i

Driving University Vehicle: No

Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions: Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.