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Position Information
Position Title
Stagehand (Temporary Per Diem)
Position Type
Staff
Requisition Number
ST151
Department
Arts Center/CVPAD
Title of Supervisor
Production Manager for the Performing Arts
Full-time/ Part-time
Part-time
Work Hours per Week
Varies
Weeks Per Year
Varies
Months Per Year:
12
Work Days
Varies
Work Hours
Varies
End Date (required for Temporary, Per Diem, Independent Contractor/Agency):
Salary Range
$27.00 per hour
Hours and Months
Per Diem
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Staff Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Nazareth University Arts Center is seeking skilled and dependable theatrical stagehands to support a wide variety of performances and events. Stagehands will work closely with full-time staff and student crew members to ensure the safe and efficient execution of all technical production elements.
- Per diem schedule based on event needs; primarily evenings and weekends
- Fast-paced, physically active, team-oriented environment
- Work is performed in theaters, backstage, catwalks, and other performance spaces with variable lighting, sound levels, and temperatures
Essential Functions
- Assist with load-in, setup, operation, and strike of lighting, audio, video, scenic, and rigging elements
- Operate lighting and/or sound consoles during rehearsals and live events
- Support the build, transport, assembly, and maintenance of scenic elements and staging equipment
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized backstage environment
- Supervise and mentor student crew members, as directed by full-time production staff
Required Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills
- Substantial professional experience in live event or theatrical production
- Working knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound, and rigging systems
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks including twisting, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Flexibility to work variable schedules including evenings and weekends
Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills
- Prior experience working in an educational or performing arts environment
- Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles, digital audio consoles, and stage rigging systems
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervising students in tasks as dictated by full time staff.
Physical Requirements
- Standing/Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (4 hours at a time)
- Mobility: Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders
- Lifting/Carrying: Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds independently
- Manual Dexterity: Use of hands, arms, and fingers to operate tools, controls, and production equipment
- Vision/Hearing: Sufficient visual acuity and hearing to safely operate lighting, sound, and stage equipment in variable light/noise conditions
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position
Equipment to be used
- Lighting, audio, video, rigging, and scenic production equipment in Arts Center venues
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
09/15/2025
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated staff members who are committed to supporting student success, community engagement, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.
At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti-Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.
Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.
At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti-Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.
Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link
https://jobs.naz.edu/postings/4294
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27