Student Musician

Universities of Wisconsin; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

UW-Superior is seeking a Student Musician to provide musical accompaniment for live theatre, supporting storytelling and aligning with the director’s artistic vision through proficient performance.

You must participate in all rehearsals and performances, collaborate with the musical director and fellow musicians, read music when needed, and maintain professionalism, punctuality, and focus throughout the production.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency on assigned instrument(s) or vocal performance.
• Ability to read music (preferred, but may vary depending on production needs).
• Strong listening and ensemble skills.
• Willingness to collaborate and contribute positively to a creative team environment.
• Must be available for and attend all scheduled rehearsals and performances.
• Must be able to take direction and respond constructively to feedback from the musical director and/or band leader.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned musical parts for rehearsals and live performances with accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with the musical director, band leader, and fellow musicians to create a cohesive sound that supports the production.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled rehearsals, technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances.
• Take direction from the musical director and/or band leader, incorporating feedback and adjustments as needed.
• Arrive prepared, having practiced assigned music outside of scheduled rehearsal time.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and focus throughout the production process.
• Be flexible and responsive to changes in music, staging, or timing during rehearsals and performances.

Skills

Instrument proficiency

Music reading

Listening skills

Team collaboration

Availability for rehearsals

Job description

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Position Title:

Student Musician

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

Job Summary:

Position Overview:
The Student Musician is a key contributor to the live theatrical experience, providing musical accompaniment that supports the storytelling, enhances emotional impact, and aligns with the director’s artistic vision. This role requires musical proficiency, collaboration, adaptability, and a strong commitment to the rehearsal and performance process.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned musical parts for rehearsals and live performances with accuracy and consistency.

• Collaborate with the musical director, band leader, and fellow musicians to create a cohesive sound that supports the production.

• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled rehearsals, technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances.

• Take direction from the musical director and/or band leader, incorporating feedback and adjustments as needed.

• Arrive prepared, having practiced assigned music outside of scheduled rehearsal time.

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and focus throughout the production process.

• Be flexible and responsive to changes in music, staging, or timing during rehearsals and performances.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated proficiency on assigned instrument(s) or vocal performance.

• Ability to read music (preferred, but may vary depending on production needs).

• Strong listening and ensemble skills.

• Willingness to collaborate and contribute positively to a creative team environment.

• Must be available for and attend all scheduled rehearsals and performances.

• Must be able to take direction and respond constructively to feedback from the musical director and/or band leader.

Time Commitment:
This position requires full participation throughout the rehearsal and performance schedule as determined by the production team.

Learning Outcomes (for student performers):

• Gain experience in live theatrical music performance.

• Develop ensemble collaboration and responsiveness to direction.

• Strengthen time management, discipline, and professional rehearsal etiquette.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to engage in the creative process of live theatre while developing practical performance skills in a collaborative setting.

$15.00 hourly rate. Student Supervisor III.

Notice to New Employees: Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. _ The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process. _

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.