Student Hourly-Student Technical Crew

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lied Center of Kansas seeks student hourly technicians to support concerts, theatre, and community events. You will assist with setup/teardown, operate lighting and audio systems, and help with video projection, while collaborating with the production crew and full-time staff.

Applicants should be enrolled, flexible, and able to commit two-hour blocks on weekdays. Remote work is not available. Submit cover letter, resume, and three references.

Qualifications

• Must be able to adhere to an online-based scheduling system.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear, timely and consistent manner using email correspondence as evidenced by application materials.
• Must have a flexible schedule as evidenced by application materials.
• 2 two-hour blocks of time available during weekdays, not including noon - 1pm.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set-up and tear-down of Lied Center events, including lighting, curtains, and equipment.
• Assist with operation of technical systems during events (lighting consoles, audio, video).
• Provide stage and production support alongside professional staff.
• Help maintain and repair equipment (lamps, cables, systems).
• Work with a 50+ member technical crew to meet deadlines and support production tasks.
• Assist with costume and production area support (laundry, pressing).

Skills

Scheduling via online system

Clear email communication

Flexibility

Time management

Tools

Stagecraft basics

Job description

Position Overview

The Lied Center of Kansas serves the state’s flagship university, students and the greater community by functioning as a catalyst for the arts, creativity, engagement and community building. The ideal candidate will be able to follow directions diligently and work well with others.

Job Description

• 35%- Members of the Student Technical Crew are responsible for assisting with the set-up and tear-down of Lied Center events, including hanging and focusing lights, moving curtains, loading and unloading counterweight arbors, setting up and striking acoustical shells and large music ensembles, laying dance floors, and loading and unloading equipment.
• 25%- Students will assist with the operation of technical systems during events, including running lighting consoles, setting up and running audio systems, operating cameras, and running video projections.
• 15%- Students will provide stage and production support, working alongside professional staff to ensure successful execution of professional music, dance, theatrical tours, university ensemble performances, organizational events, and community events.
• 10%- Students will help maintain and repair equipment, including changing lamps, repairing cables, maintaining technical systems, and supporting the upkeep of facility equipment.
• 10%- Students will work as part of a 50+ member technical crew team, meeting deadlines, participating in training, completing general production tasks as assigned, and otherwise supporting the technical aspects of the facility under the supervision of full-time technical staff.
• 5%- Students will assist with costume and production area support, including laundering and pressing costumes and helping maintain clean and organized production spaces.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to adhere to an online-based scheduling system.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear, timely and consistent manner using email correspondence as evidenced by application materials.
• Must have a flexible schedule as evidenced by application materials.
• 2 two-hour blocks of time available during weekdays, not including noon - 1pm.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in concert, theatre, or video production as evidenced by application materials.
• Working knowledge of stagecraft with relevant background (ex: fly crew, sound, electrician, carpenter, prop handler, costumes, camera operator, etc.) as evidenced by application materials.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

• Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
• This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instructions

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position.

• Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume
• List of three (3) professional references

To ensure consideration, please apply by the Wednesday September 9, 2026. A review of applications will continue until a pool of qualified candidates can be identified.

Contact Information to Applicants

Reece Dickson, Technical Director

[e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

10.50

Anticipated Start Date

Thursday September 3, 2026