Part-Time Stage & AV Technician — Mentor to Students

Episcopal High School; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Episcopal High School in Alexandria, VA is seeking a part-time Arts Support Technician to assist the Technical Theater Director with safe operation of performance spaces and audiovisual systems. The role supports school events, productions, and after-hours programs in a hands-on environment.

The position emphasizes carpentry, live sound, and student supervision, with a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends during peak seasons. Prior school experience is valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in technical theater, stagecraft, and/or live event production.
• Strong carpentry skills preferred and safety-conscious work habits.
• Experience working with classroom and performance spaces in schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing AV support for school events including Chapel services, assemblies, guest speakers, student events, and special programs.
• Assist with the technical preparation and execution of major theater productions, instrumental performances, and dance shows.
• Support auxiliary and rental events during the summer months (June-August).
• Support safe operation of theater equipment, including lighting systems, sound systems, fly system, and shop tools.
• Supervise and mentor students during afternoon technical theater sessions (4:00-6:00pm, at least 3 days/week during peak season).
• Assist with set construction, rigging, and maintain theater and shop spaces.
• Serve as technical coverage during the school year in coordination with the Technical Theater Director.

Skills

Technical theater

Stagecraft

Carpentry

Live event production

Safety awareness

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

Power tools

Lighting equipment

Sound systems

Fly system

Job description

Episcopal High School in Alexandria, VA is seeking a part-time Arts Support Technician to assist the Technical Theater Director with safe operation of performance spaces and audiovisual systems. The role supports school events, productions, and after-hours programs in a hands-on environment.

The position emphasizes carpentry, live sound, and student supervision, with a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends during peak seasons. Prior school experience is valued.