Usher

Asian American Arts Alliance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the arts is seeking dedicated ushers to enhance the audience experience at a renowned theatre. This part-time role offers flexible shifts, allowing you to engage with patrons while ensuring a smooth entry process. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills, thrive under pressure, and have a passion for the performing arts. Join a team committed to inclusivity and equity, and play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for theatre-goers. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to be part of a vibrant community, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must have outstanding patience and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome audience members and facilitate the entry process.
• Shape the customer experience for theatre productions.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Job description

Part time / $50-60 hourly / Lucille Lortel Theatre / New York, NY

Paid Usher
Part-time Opportunity
Employer: Lucille Lortel Theatre
Hourly Rate: $50.00 (early shift) or $60.00 (late shift)
Start Date: September 23, 2024
Location: Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street, NYC)
Deadline to Apply: ASAP. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as applications are received.

Ushers welcome audience members to the Lucille Lortel Theatre, facilitating the entry process and shaping the customer experience for everyone attending productions in our West Village theatre. The Lucille Lortel Theatre is looking for individuals who:

• are committed to an equitable and inclusive community
• have outstanding patience, customer service and interpersonal skills, and feel comfortable talking to anyone
• work well under pressure, multitask, and demonstrate superb attention to detail
• can work independently and as part of a team
• communicate in a clear, professional manner
• have a passion for theatre

The Lortel Theatre is looking specifically for ushers who can work on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings, as well as Saturday matinees. Ushers are paid $50.00/performance (early shift of one hour before curtain through curtain) or $60.00/performance (late shift of one hour before curtain through intermission). Ushers must be available for at least two early and one late shift per week. This position reports to the House Manager.

Lucille Lortel Theatre is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applicants from historically marginalized communities. Lucille Lortel Theatre recognizes that historic institutional practices have led to an exclusionary and harmful environment for members of these communities, and is actively working to become a more diverse, anti-racist, inclusive organization. We acknowledge and welcome the complexity of the work ahead.