Part Time - Kulkarni Theatre - Stagehand and Event Technician

Penn State University; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a Part-Time Event Technician to assist in the Kulkarni Theatre. This role involves setting up and operating equipment for hybrid, virtual, and live events, along with technical coordination tasks. Candidates should be flexible with their hours and able to lift equipment as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift between 20lbs and 50lbs.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate audio, video, and lighting equipment for various events.
• Manage stage and coordinate technical aspects during performances.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown.

Skills

Audio Production

Lighting Setup

Technical Coordinating

Job description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Harrisburg ’s Kulkarni Theatre s eeks applications for part-time professionals to assist with events hosted in the Kulkarni T heatre as well as hybrid and virtual events across campus . This opening includes the setting up and operating of audio, video, and light ing equipment for In-person, hybrid , virtual and high-profile events on campus including the theatre, event spaces, and outdoors. It also includes tasks such as stage managing and/or acting as a technical coordinator for venue rentals, and performances in the venue. Event technicians would also assist in the loading in and out of scenic elements and technical equipmentfor live performances in the theatre. This opening also supports facility projects and operation s in the theatre .

Job Duties Duties will include but not limited to:

• Lighting set-up , f ocus , pr ogramming and operation
• AudioProduction,S ystem S et U p, M ixing
• Video Production, Broadcast/ Editing
• Stage Managing
• BackstageManagement
• Technical Coordinating
• EventSet -up and break-down
• Basic Carpentry
• Event/talent management
• Facility Organization

Requirements and Qualification

• Should be able to regularly lift loads between 20lbs and 50lbs, with or without accommodations.
• This opening requires flexible hours,somenights and weekends. Scheduling is based on event calendar and tech needs.

Vacancies will be filled as needed. Candidates will be contacted if an appropriate opening arises .

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