Overview: Quinnipiac's College of Arts & Sciences seeks applications for a part-time, temporary, non-benefit-eligible Theater Technical Assistant assists the Technical Director with the implementation of all technical aspects of theater program events in the QU Theater Arts Center. The Technical Assistant helps to train and supervise students in carpentry, lighting, and other production activities, and assists with all load-in and strike activities. The rate is $30/hour, and this position will not exceed 19 hours per week.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with training and supervision of student workers and volunteers

• Assist with load-in and strike of all theater events. This includes:

• Mentoring student assistants in lighting and sound engineering/programming

• Managing paperwork from designers, confirming inventory and creating DMX plots

• Assisting Technical Director in supervision of load-in and focus calls

• Patching and troubleshooting lighting and sound systems

• Assist Technical Director in organizing and maintaining shop, theater spaces, and equipment as necessary

  Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Bachelor's degree preferred

  Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of professional experience in theater technical management

• Demonstrable skills in technical design and set construction, lighting, sound, rigging and CAD.

• Patience and enthusiasm to work with students both in and out of the classroom

• Ability to thrive in high pressure, deadline-oriented environments

• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion

  Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac' commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.