Description:
Position Overview:
The School of Music is seeking responsible and enthusiastic student workers to serve as Stage and Door Managers for recitals and concerts throughout the semester. This is a great opportunity for students with a passion for live music, event coordination, and supporting performance production behind the scenes.
Stage and Door Managers will play key roles in ensuring a smooth, professional, and welcoming environment for performers and guests alike.
Stage Manager Responsibilities:
Stand on stage at the beginning of each performance to:
Welcome the audience
- Direct guests to digital or printed programs.
- Remind the audience to silence phones and refrain from recording.
Assist performers by:
- Adjusting music stands and chairs as needed.
- Ensuring each performer is ready before they go on stage.
- Support backstage logistics and transitions between performers.
- Collaborate with Door Manager to ensure the event runs smoothly.
Door Manager Responsibilities:
- Greet guests upon arrival and provide a welcoming atmosphere.
- Manage the recital attendance sign-in sheet.
Monitor the entrance to the recital hall to:
- Prevent guest entry during performances.
- Allow entry during appropriate breaks or applause.
- Conduct a headcount of attendees for internal reporting.
- Assist with overall audience flow and experience.
Additional Details:
Weekly hours vary based on recital/concert schedules (1–20 hours/week). Most recitals and concerts are scheduled for nights and weekends (Friday/Saturday). However, there will be a Friday student recital on most Fridays in the semester from 12pm-1pm. This job is for next school year (25/26).
Students will sign up for specific recitals and shifts based on availability.
Training will be provided before the first shift.
Qualifications:
Music Majors/Minors are preferred , but we welcome all students to apply.