Production Staff for School of Performing and Visual Arts

Usmfoundation; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a Production Staff member for the School of Performing and Visual Arts in Hattiesburg. This part-time staff role supports production season across a range of disciplines, including stage management, lighting, sound, costume, and gallery installation.

Applicants should bring knowledge of production processes and strong communication skills to collaborate with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in specific areas in the artistic education and production process.
• Demonstrated knowledge of practical application of specific skills, including management, design, performance, installation.

Responsibilities

• Work in specific role in the artistic education and production process under the direction of regular faculty or staff.
• Attend all required meetings, rehearsals, etc.
• Complete all assigned tasks on time and in an efficient manner.
• Work collaboratively in the artistic education and production process.
• Respond in a timely manner to faculty and staff communications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production knowledge

Stage management

Collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Light boards

Sewing machine

Scene shop tools

Job description

Production Staff for School of Performing and Visual Arts

Production Staff for School of Performing and Visual Arts

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Production Staff for School of Performing and Visual Arts.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division School of Performing and Visual Arts

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date October 22, 2027

Special Instructions to Applicants

Positions are available as necessary for production season.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

This position supports production needs in the School of Performing and Visual Arts, including stage management, production management, technical direction, lighting design, sound design, costume design, musical direction and accompaniment, choreography and movement specialists, gallery installation, exhibition support, other artistic and performance mediums and skills, etc.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in specific role in the artistic education and production process under the direction of regular faculty or staff.
• Attend all required meetings, rehearsals, etc.
• Complete all assigned tasks on time and in an efficient manner.
• Work collaboratively in the artistic education and production process.
• Respond in a timely manner to faculty and staff communications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in specific areas in the artistic education and production process. Demonstrated knowledge of practical application of specific skills, including management, design, performance, installation, etc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Specific knowledge of any relevant equipment in area of production, including light boards, sewing machine, scene shop tools, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with others.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programssuchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its service, programs, and activities.

If reasonable accomodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other beneifts and privileges of employment, please contact:

The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Labor Regulatory Compliance

[e-mail]

McLemore Hall (MCL) 310 | 118 College Drive #5111 | Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone] | TTY/TDD: 1.800.582.2233

Employment Notices

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at [e-mail].

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

TheUniversity of Southern Mississippi is committed to the safety andsecurity of the USM community. The annual federal required compliancedocument which contains policy statements and crime statistics for theUniversity is available on the UPD website at http://www.usm.edu/police/ .You may also request a copy by contacting the University PoliceDepartment at Bond Hall, 1st Floor West, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 [phone]. The policy statements address the University's policies,procedures and programs concerning safety and security, for example,policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.Three years' of statistics are included for certain types of crimes thatwere reported to have occurred on campus, in or on off-campus buildingsor property owned or controlled by the University and on publicproperty within or immediately adjacent to the campus.