Roe Green Theatre Venue Manager

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); Sur place; USD 44 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Colorado seeks a Roe Green Theatre Venue Manager to oversee operations for venue rentals and events. You will coordinate with CSF, THDN, and campus partners to ensure smooth execution and client satisfaction.

This temporary role requires strong leadership, planning, and hands-on theatre tech knowledge, including safety protocols and emergency response.

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience; education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience may substitute for education/experience.

Responsabilités

• Work onsite in the University Theatre building during rental events to provide client access to venues and facilities.
• Liaise between rental clients and other users of the University Theatre building.
• Maintain excellent customer relationships through prompt and professional communication.
• Serve as the point person with first responders in emergencies and provide access to key infrastructure.
• Coordinate campus resources (facilities, custodial, security) during rental events.
• Lead venue staff, including scheduling and training for rentals.
• Ensure adherence to venue policies and health and safety regulations.
• Provide regular reporting to relevant departments about rental events.
• Submit service requests for venue maintenance during events.
• Ensure venue security during and after each call.

Connaissances

Venue management

Customer service

Emergency procedures

Team leadership

Event coordination

Facilities coordination

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Lighting equipment

Sound systems

Emergency communication systems

Description du poste

Job Summary

The University of Colorado encourages applications for the Roe Green Theatre Venue Manager. This position will be supervised by the Colorado Shakespeare Festival and the Department of Theatre & Dance to support the success of the Sundance Film Festival. The Roe Green Theatre Venue Manager is a professional responsible for leading all aspects of the operations and management of the theatre during rental of the venue to entities outside of the primary stewards of the space-the Department of Theatre & Dance (THDN) and the Colorado Shakespeare Festival (CSF). This role ensures that the venue is properly maintained, staffed, and equipped to host events and that the venue is cared for during venue rentals. The role of the Venue Manager is multifaceted and requires a unique combination of in-depth knowledge of the Roe Green Theatre and the University Theatre building in which the theatre resides, creative problem‑solving skills, and strong leadership abilities. They must demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast paced environment and coordinate with technicians and staff from other CU departments. They also need to anticipate and respond to the needs of clients and guests. They must also be able to work with a wide range of vendors and contractors, including event planners, performers, and technical staff, to ensure that events run smoothly and successfully.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado was established in 1876. The flagship university within the University of Colorado system and one of only 38 public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), CU Boulder serves more than 38,000 undergraduate and graduate students and employs a workforce of more than 8,000 faculty and staff members.

The university offers more than 90 degree programs and 4,000 academic courses, and in fiscal year 2025 was awarded over $760 million in sponsored research funding. Our mission is to serve as the state of Colorado's comprehensive graduate research university with selective admission standards, offering a comprehensive array of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs. CU Boulder's institutional priorities in carrying out this mission is to foster the success of all students, faculty and staff; scale research and creative work excellence; achieve global leadership in sustainability impact; and align our resources and infrastructure to our mission.

Location

Boulder, Colorado

Contract Details

Employment Type: Temporary Staff

Schedule: Full-Time

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Work onsite in the University Theatre building during scheduled hours for rental events to provide rental client access to venue and its facilities.
• Liaise between rental clients and other users of the University Theatre building.
• Maintain excellent customer relationships through prompt and professional communication.
• Serve as the point person with first responders in the event of an emergency, providing swift, direct access to fire panels, sensors, and key infrastructure in the building.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for coordination of campus resources supporting the Roe Green Theatre (facilities, custodial, security, etc.) during rental events.
• Lead venue staff for rental events, including scheduling and training.
• Ensure that all venue policies and procedures are being followed, including health and safety regulations.
• Provide regular reporting for rental events to the Department of Theatre & Dance, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival, and any other campus entities that require it.
• Work with the building proctors to submit service requests as needs arise during rental events for venue maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure the venue is secured as appropriate during and after each call.

What You Should Know

This is a temporary role based on needs of operating the venue for the Sundance Film Festival. On-site training will take place in December. Shifts covering the Sundance Film Festival will be scheduled from January 17 through February 3, 2027.

What We Can Offer

The hourly rate for this position is $38.48.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• At least one year of related experience demonstrating the required skills is required for all positions. Appropriate education will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and combination of education may substitute.

What You Will Need

• Basic knowledge of standard theatrical and event technology and practice including lighting, sound, and A/V.
• Experience with emergency procedures for a theatrical venue including evacuations and serving as point person for first responders.
• Proven record of successfully running a venue or similar establishment.
• Experience leading a team and overseeing venue operations.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and establish relationships with clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A commitment to a collaborative workplace environment in which all employees are empowered to do their best work.

What We Would Like You to Have

• 3 years' experience in a supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of the University Theatre building, the Roe Green Theatre, and its surrounding shops and facilities.
• Prior experience in venue and / or event management.
• Prior experience with emergency procedures for the Roe Green Theatre