About the role#
The Department of Theatre is seeking a Theatre Production Student Assistant to provide technical support for facility rentals and special events. This position involves hands-on work with production equipment and front-of-house operations at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus. The hourly rate for this role is $25.00.
What you'll do#
- Provide technical support for department facility rentals and special events.
- Manage the setup, operation, and breakdown of lighting and sound systems.
- Operate lighting and sound consoles for events to meet technical requirements.
- Handle front-of-house operations.
- Assist with onstage and backstage technical needs, including deck crew, fly crew, and spotlight operation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an FIU student.
- Minimum of six credits for Undergraduate students or three credits for Graduate students during Fall and Spring semesters.
- Demonstrated knowledge of theatrical production and technical operations.
- Experience in at least one of the following: front-of-house operations, lighting console operation, sound console operation, or theatrical stage support.
Location & details#
- Location: Modesto A. Maidique Campus, Miami, Florida.
- This is an on-site, temporary position.
- Hours vary based on your class schedule and departmental needs.
- Employment is contingent upon maintaining enrollment status and may be subject to a pre-employment background check.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
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