Part-Time Production Support Staff - Student Affairs

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Key Responsibilities

Event setup, teardown,

Requirements Summary

Event setup, teardown, and change

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The HUB-Robeson Center/Schwab Auditorium is looking for students to join the Production Support Staff.

The Production Support Staff plays a crucial role in the preparation and execution of live events in Schwab Auditorium and across multiple venues in the HUB-Robeson Center. This position helps to provide customers with a high-quality production experience while upholding venue and event standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities Include:

Event setup, teardown, and changeover
Programming and live operation of lighting/sound/video equipment
Managing performers and maintaining backstage and onstage functions
Troubleshooting technical and event-related problems as they arise
Implementing and overseeing safety best practices
Carrying out and enforcing venue/event policies and procedures
Serving as a point-of-contact for event organizers, performers, and patrons
Overseeing the building and acting as a venue representative during rehearsals
Assisting with additional production/technical duties as needed

Successful candidates must be current Penn State students who have or wish to develop excellent problem-solving and leadership skills; possess a desire to work as a part of a team, maintain a positive attitude, and exhibit the ability to quickly adapt in a fast-paced environment. Previous events/technical experience helpful but not required. Some physical labor and occasional lifting may be necessary.

This is a flexible, part-time position. Scheduling for work is dependent on student availability and event needs. Hours may vary throughout the semester. Must be available to work nights and weekends.

Interested individuals should apply with a brief cover letter and resume.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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