Theater & Opera Production, Student Production Stage Crew

Responsibilities:

POSITION TITLETheater & Opera Production Stage Crew, Student AssistantPerformance Operations College of Performing Arts POSITION AVAILABILITY Position Availability: This position is available starting 9/25/2025. Scheduled on a per-show basis for 1-7 weeks in generalINTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH The Production Department at the College of Performing Arts seeks a highly motivated student to serve as Theater & Opera Production Stage Crew, Student Assistant. We’re looking for self-starting, motivated individual(s) to support initiatives for Theater and Opera Productions. This position reports to the Producer, Theater and Opera and is an ideal position for students who are interested in a career in Stage Management, Production Management, and/or Arts Management.This position is hired on a per-project basis. This position is open to student applicants with Federal Work Study awards and student applicants without a Federal Work Study award.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist production assistants, backstage crew, and deckhands during tech and performances.
• Support the Production Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager with setting up and breaking down rehearsal rooms, running rehearsals, and communicating with directors/designers/and production staff on the needs of productions.
• Attend rehearsals and technical rehearsals as required, notifying Production and Stage Management regarding any personal scheduling conflicts in advance.
• Track prop and costume usage, backstage run sheets, and blocking notation, completing any other duties assigned by the Production Stage Manager or Production Manager.
• Transport, setup and strike rehearsal props or related items each rehearsal session.
• Cue singer and/or performer entrances during rehearsals, tech and performance as needed.

WORK MODE

• On-Campus Position – Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely.

WORK MODE Hourly Rate: $17.00/hr Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours per weekSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTSApplicants should submit a resume outlining their skills and experience concerning this position, as well as a Federal Work Study award letter if applicable. Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to work independently or collaboratively on a team when needed
• Word Processing Software and Data Software (such as Word, Google Doc, Excel, and Sheets) experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain a punctual, professional, and positive collaborative attitude when working

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recipient of Federal Work Study award
• Student in a College of Performing Arts degree program