THEATRE USHER (Student/Work Study)
About the role
Direct patrons to their seats and venue facilities. Open and close the House as needed. Observe patron activity in the House during events and enforce policy as needed. Ushers get to watch the event for free (but may not be guaranteed a seat).
Responsibilities
- Learn the theatre's seating arrangement.
- Distribute programs.
- Check restrooms before and after the performance for refuse or needed items.
- Inform guests of company policy.
- Enforce that food and drinks are prohibited.
- Ensure voice or video recording is not permitted.
- Assist disabled guests.
- Safely evacuate people in case of an emergency.
- Clean the theatre after guests have departed.
- Communicate with guests and make them feel comfortable.
Required Qualifications
- Must be a student enrolled at the University of Michigan‑Flint.
- Position open to all majors.
Desired Qualifications
- An interest in theatre and/or live event production.
- Any level of experience with customer service, ushering, and performance venues is preferred but not required (training will be provided).
Work Mode
Onsite presence is required at a designated U‑M owned or leased location within or outside of Michigan. Hybrid or remote work is at the discretion of the hiring department and reviewed annually.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer, in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Timeline
Temp job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting, and the opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period.