Upper Campus Technical Theater Assistant
Pinewood Middle School · Campus, IL · Today
OTHR$30–$60/hrInternship
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for productions, concerts, assemblies, and special events throughout the school year
- Design, set up, operate, and strike lighting, sound, projection, and set elements
- Collaborate with faculty and support backstage operations to ensure successful performances
- Attend technical/dress rehearsals and performances, concerts and other department events and operate and/or supervise student operation of sound, lighting, and related equipment
Requirements
- Experience in technical theater, live event production, performing arts support, or related fields
- Knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound reinforcement, projection, stagecraft, and production operations
- Ability to troubleshoot technical equipment and solve problems efficiently
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and work effectively with students
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to safety and attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic school environment
- Passion for the performing arts and supporting student growth through creative experiences
Qualifications
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks associated with set construction and installation
- Visual and auditory acuity to monitor student activities and ensure safety
Benefits
- This role is eligible to participate in the retirement plan with up to a 7% employer match
Pay
Pay range is $30 - $60 per hour depending on experience.
Schedule
Hours may vary depending on production schedules.