Performance Space Assistant, Student Worker

Maryland Institute College of Art; Mica (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Institute College of Art seeks a Performance Space Assistant to provide technical support in our performance spaces and assist event patrons. You will handle AV, lighting, and sound setup, help attendees with seating and lost items, and support setup and breakdown for classes, visitors, and events.

The role requires basic AV knowledge, customer service skills, and the ability to work flexible hours while standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with basic AV equipment and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and solve problems.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary AV technician for Falvey Hall, BBOX, and A Box.
• Assist patrons with tickets, seating, and lost items at events.
• Set up and prepare for events and break down after.
• Provide light and sound technical support across campus spaces.

Skills

AV equipment knowledge

Customer service

Clear communicator

Education

Enrolled at MICA

Job description

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General purpose: The Performance Space Assistant is responsible for providing technical assistance in MICA Performance Spaces, assisting patrons at events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from patrons, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and locating such facilities as rest rooms, and assisting the Manager and Assistant Manager of Performance Spaces in their duties.

Summary of Essential Functions Under some supervision, execute assigned work including setting up and running events. Assist with the maintenance of the Performance Spaces and its environs Provide technical assistance at events.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Regular assignment as the Falvey Hall, BBOX, and A Box primary technician for AV, light and sound.
• Assist patrons at events by performing duties such as collecting admission tickets and passes, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and locating such facilities as rest rooms
• Assist with the setup and preparation for events, classes, visitors, etc.; concert/performance/gallery/exhibit set-up and break down; move objects, furniture, trash, etc. from buildings to various locations.
• Monitor the audience and alert the supervisor in charge of any disruptions (cellphone ringing, patrons taking photos, unruly audience member, etc.)
• Perform sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and removing of trash.
• Provide light and sound technical support in Falvey Hall, BBOX, A Box, and other spaces on campus.
• Required to lift, carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials; reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and crouch to gain access to spaces, and may involve both indoor and outside work and the use of hand tools and power tools associated with the building trades.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and demeanor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: basic AV equipment and customer service
• Skills: clear communicator and problem solver
• Ability to: follow instructions, work independently or as part of a team, work well and cooperatively with people from different backgrounds, problem solve, ask questions, think through solutions, work flexible hours, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to: perform basic math as well as read, write, and speak English to understand and communicate written/verbal instructions

Minimum Qualifications: Must be enrolled at MICA

Direct Reports: N/A

Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position) Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually (minimal, moderate, or high).

Required training:

Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case‑by‑case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.

Acknowledged nationally as a premier leader in art and design education, MICA is deliberately cultivating a new generation of artist – one that is capable of seamlessly integrating innovation, entrepreneurship and creative citizenship with contemporary approaches to art, design and media. MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions‑oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future. As the oldest continuously degree‑granting college of art and design in the nation, MICA is located in Baltimore, deeply connected to the community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.