Job Description
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience including but not limited to supporting load-in/load-out; lighting hang/focus; simple technical system operation; prop management; fly rail operation; equipment maintenance under the direction of the Production Operations Manager. Stagehands are responsible for supporting backstage operations while consistently maintaining the safety and professional standards of the Sorenson Center for the Arts for specific events as scheduled.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Assist with load in and load out of scenery, props, and theatrical equipment
- Operate and monitor the safe and efficient use of the facility and its specialized theatrical equipment
- Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities as needed
- Work with and train students with a wide variety of backgrounds on backstage operating procedures
- Maintain Babson College and Sorenson Center for the Arts policies and procedures
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe backstage spaces
- Participate in routine maintenance of inventory and space
- Assume additional responsibilities as required.
WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED
- Ideal candidates will have experience in one or more areas of technical theater and/or stage management and be eager to expand their knowledge of other disciplines
- Candidates must be detail-oriented, punctual, have a positive attitude and strong communication skills, and be comfortable in a position of authority in emergency situations
- 2 years of professional theatrical production experience in the arts and entertainment industry
- Demonstrated understanding and proficiency of current theatrical production standards and their safe execution
- Comfortable working with various genres in the performing arts: theater, music, dance, film, mixed media, corporate events, readings, etc
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a wide range of programming
- Ability to adapt and work collaboratively with others
- Excellent oral, interpersonal communication, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work effectively and inclusively with diverse constituencies in an academic setting where arts-related activities are not the focus of study
- Previous experience working in a college/university environment with students preferred
- Possess a calm and approachable manner and a proactive and self-motivated spirit
- Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
- Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.
- Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
- Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
- Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK
All Babson College faculty and staff authorized to work on campus must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any appropriate boosters. Proof of vaccination upon hire is required or within 21 days of becoming eligible for a booster. Contact Human Resources for medical accommodation or religious exemption requests.
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $25.95. This position includes paid sick leave where required by law. Eligibility, accrual, and usage will follow applicable state and local regulations.
All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].
BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary and visual arts. Stagehands cover various roles dependent on their experience including but not limited to supporting load-in/load-out; lighting hang/focus; simple technical system operation; prop management; fly rail operation; equipment maintenance under the direction of the Production Operations Manager. Stagehands are responsible for supporting backstage operations while consistently maintaining the safety and professional standards of the Sorenson Center for the Arts for specific events as scheduled.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Assist with load in and load out of scenery, props, and theatrical equipment
- Operate and monitor the safe and efficient use of the facility and its specialized theatrical equipment
- Perform limited set construction, painting, prop management, and other theatrical craft activities as needed
- Work with and train students with a wide variety of backgrounds on backstage operating procedures
- Maintain Babson College and Sorenson Center for the Arts policies and procedures
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe backstage spaces
- Participate in routine maintenance of inventory and space
- Assume additional responsibilities as required.
WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED
- Ideal candidates will have experience in one or more areas of technical theater and/or stage management and be eager to expand their knowledge of other disciplines
- Candidates must be detail-oriented, punctual, have a positive attitude and strong communication skills, and be comfortable in a position of authority in emergency situations
- 2 years of professional theatrical production experience in the arts and entertainment industry
- Demonstrated understanding and proficiency of current theatrical production standards and their safe execution
- Comfortable working with various genres in the performing arts: theater, music, dance, film, mixed media, corporate events, readings, etc
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a wide range of programming
- Ability to adapt and work collaboratively with others
- Excellent oral, interpersonal communication, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work effectively and inclusively with diverse constituencies in an academic setting where arts-related activities are not the focus of study
- Previous experience working in a college/university environment with students preferred
- Possess a calm and approachable manner and a proactive and self-motivated spirit
- Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
- Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.
- Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
- Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
- Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK
All Babson College faculty and staff authorized to work on campus must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any appropriate boosters. Proof of vaccination upon hire is required or within 21 days of becoming eligible for a booster. Contact Human Resources for medical accommodation or religious exemption requests.
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $25.95. This position includes paid sick leave where required by law. Eligibility, accrual, and usage will follow applicable state and local regulations.
All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].
About Babson College
Babson College is the global leader in entrepreneurship education, ranked for having the No. 1 undergraduate school and MBA for entrepreneurship 26 and 29 times in a row.
An independent, not-for-profit institution, Babson is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). Each academic year, more than 2,100 undergraduate and 900 graduate students attend Babson, representing more than 80 countries.
As creators and conveners of knowledge about entrepreneurship, Babson distinguishes itself with an Undergraduate School that provides a top-flight business education blending innovative, integrated and applied business and liberal arts programs with curricular and cocurricular learning experiences; the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, that grants highly ranked MBA and MS degrees; an Executive Education program for professionals looking to grow in today’s rapidly evolving business environment; a world-class faculty with real-world experience—87% of our full-time faculty hold a doctoral degree or its equivalent, and are accomplished entrepreneurs, executives, scholars, authors, researchers, poets, and artists; global research projects that are used as key benchmarking indicators by a number of distinguished regional, national and supranational authorities around the world; and Babson Global, which works with corporate, university, government, and foundation partners to advance entrepreneurship education and Entrepreneurial Thought and Action worldwide.
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