Production Assistant (Student)

Case; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 3,500 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University is seeking a Production Assistant for the Maltz Performing Arts Center. The role supports the MPAC Production Team across stage, lighting, sound and video, participating in setups, rehearsals and show shifts for each event.

Flexible evening and weekend hours with an average of 5–10 hrs per week. Under supervision of Lindsey Hallbrooks, Production Manager, you will help with equipment organization, maintenance and on-site operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a theater, concert hall or performance venue in on/off-stage roles.
• Technical experience in stage operations, lighting, sound and/or video.
• Backstage environment experience under a stage manager.
• Familiar with safety measures in performance venues.
• Able to read music and orient to a conductor’s score (preferred).
• Team player with strong communication; calm in live environments.
• Willing to receive on-the-job coaching and show punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setups, strikes, rehearsals and show shifts for events.
• Support stage, lighting, sound and video operations as needed.
• Help with equipment organization, maintenance and upkeep projects.
• Adapt to a fast-paced live environment and follow directions.

Skills

Theater experience

Stage operations

Lighting

Sound

Video

Backstage experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Punctuality

Job description

Case Western Reserve University: STUDENT EMPLOYMENT: UGEN (STUDENT)

Location

Open Date

Aug 19, 2026

Deadline

Sep 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Production Assistant - Working under the supervision of the MPAC Production Team, the Production Assistant will work in a variety of areas including stage, sound, lighting and video. Production Assistants will participate in setups, strikes, rehearsals, and show shifts for each specific event. They will also assist in equipment organization, maintenance, and upkeep projects.

Date: Fall 2026

Supervisor Name and Title: Lindsey Hallbrooks, Production Manager of the Maltz Performing Arts Center

Pay: $13.50/hr with yearly raises- Federal Work Study is not required

Hours - Average 5 to 10 hrs per week, highly flexible - Mainly evenings and weekends

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Proven experience working in a theater, concert hall or other performance-related venue - As either a performer onstage, stage hand off stage or a member of the front of house team
• Technical experience in the areas of stage operations, lighting, sound and/or video
• Basic experience working in a backstage environment under direction of a stage manager
• Familiarity with basic safety measures and practices as it related to performance venues
• Ideal candidates will be able to read music and orient themselves with a conductor’s score
• Be a team player with excellent communication skills
• Remain calm in a fast paced “live” environment
• Follow directions and be able to receive on the job coaching
• Be able to use problem-solving abilities and have a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism and a pleasant demeanor

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email [e-mail] . Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.