Performance Facilities Applied Learning Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Student Assistant at Wichita State University to support Performance Facilities on campus.

You will work on-site, performing administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor, and may mentor other students or assist across campus as needed. Responsibilities span stage setup, front-of-house support, and technical operations, including sound, lighting, video, and streaming for events in venues like Miller Concert Hall and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.

Responsibilities

• Stage Operations - Assist with setup and management of stage needs for events as a Deckhand or Deck Manager.
• Front of House - Provide audience support as a House Manager or Usher.
• Technical Operations - Provide sound, lighting, and video support for performances.
• Video & Audio Streaming/Recording - Assist with recording and streaming events as a Video or Audio Producer, Engineer, or Operator.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Performance Facilities

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$14

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and inperson.

Dependent on class schedule and availability

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Performance Facilities, part of the College of Fine Arts, managesperformance venues including Miller Concert Hall, Wiedemann Hall,DFAC Outdoor Amphitheatre, Wilner Auditorium, and WelsbacherTheatre. These spaces support music and performing arts events, aswell as campus and community group performances. The departmentalso provides technical support (audio, lighting, staging) forevents at venues like Lowe Auditorium, CAC Theater, Koch Arena, andWSU Commencement.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technicaltasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the studentassistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other studentsor provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

• Stage Operations - Assist with setup and management of stageneeds for events as a Deckhand or Deck Manager, ensuring smooth andorganized performances.
• Front of House - Provide audience support as a House Manager orUsher, coordinating with event staff to ensure a welcomingexperience for attendees.
• Technical Operations - Offer sound, lighting, and video supportfor performances at fine arts venues and select campuslocations.
• Video & Audio Streaming/Recording - Assist with recording andstreaming events as a Video or Audio Producer, Engineer, orOperator.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements

No additional requirements

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additionalrequirements and/or preferences.

Additional Information

Student positions have flexible, variable hours based onavailability, event needs, and staffing. No fixed schedules areoffered, and maximum hours follow WSU policy. Immediate hire ispossible, but applicants must already have a U.S. Social Securitynumber and card.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate acomputer and other office equipment including but not limited tophone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicatewith others and accurately exchange information.