Roe Green Theatre Venue Technician

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The University of Colorado invites applications for the Roe Green Theatre Venue Technician. This on-site role supports the Sundance Film Festival and collaborates with the Colorado Shakespeare Festival and Theatre & Dance to ensure safe operation of theatre equipment.

Under the Venue Manager, you will assist rental clients during load-in and strike and help secure the venue during operations. This temporary, part-time position offers an hourly rate of $19.29 and pays paid sick leave though

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• Appropriate education will substitute for experience.
• Basic knowledge of standard theatrical and event technology.
• Ability to work with rental clients and load-in/strike.
• Commitment to a safe, high-quality work environment.

Responsibilities

• Attend all calls as scheduled for events in the Roe Green Theatre.
• Assist the Venue Manager in providing access to theatrical equipment and infrastructure for rental clients.
• Troubleshoot issues with venue theatrical facilities and equipment as needed.
• Report any venue facility or maintenance issues promptly.
• Provide hands-on support to rental client technicians during load-in and strike for rental events.
• Assist the Venue Manager to ensure that the venue is secured.

Skills

Theatrical tech knowledge

Collaboration & communication

Safety-minded work

Education

Experience in venue/event operations

Tools

Lighting equipment

Sound equipment

A/V systems

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Colorado encourages applications for the Roe Green Theatre Venue Technician. 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 Venue Technician works under the Venue Manager, providing technical support in the access and operation of theatrical equipment in the venue. The Venue Technician will assist rental clients during load-in and strike of rental events and will help ensure the safe operation of venue resources during rental events.

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 develop 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.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Attend all calls as scheduled for events in the Roe Green Theatre.
• Assist the Venue Manager in providing access to theatrical equipment and infrastructure in the theatre for rental clients.
• Troubleshoot issues with any venue theatrical facilities and equipment as needed.
• Report any venue facility or maintenance issues promptly.
• Provide hands‑on support to rental client technicians during load‑in and strike for rental events.
• Assist the Venue Manager to ensure that the venue is secured.

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 part‑time position is $19.29.

Benefits

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

Be Statements

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

What You Will Need

• Basic knowledge of standard theatrical and event technology and practice including lighting, sound, and A/V.
• Collaboration, communication, and technical skills related to the theatrical equipment within the Roe Green Theatre.
• The ability to maintain high quality / standards and a safe and supportive work environment while working on tight timelines.
• A dedication to a 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