House Manager
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 17 - 17
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Old Town School of Folk Music seeks a part-time House/Stage Manager to manage facilities volunteers patron services and artist relations from beginning to end of shows. Duties may vary from night to night. Serves as House Manager for assigned events including preparations supervision and troubleshooting during the event as well as managing end-of-night closing.
Essential Functions
Oversee facility preparation including hall lobby dressing room(s) and any unique advance requests or needs
Manage volunteers including check in assignments and distribution of any equipment or materials
Oversee/facilitate artist merchandise sales
Help with ticketing guest lists and troubleshoot box officeas needed
Greet artists and help with load-in parking and hospitality
Keep event running on time
Complete final settlement / payment with the artists
Prepare building for closing after event
May occasionally act as emcee for the event
Required Skills/Competencies
Event production experience required
Must have strong interpersonal leadership and communication skills
The abilities to think on ones feet to be decisive and adapt to change are essential
Must be available to work a minimum of four shifts per month of five to seven hours at a time
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers preferred
Bi-lingual Spanish is helpful.
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Commitment to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion as well as ongoing personal growth in these areas
Must be able to travel to visit various Chicago locations during the workday.
Available to work evenings and weekends as needed
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand walk and remain on feet for extended periods
Ability to lift push or carry items up to approximately 30 pounds
Ability to navigate backstage areas stairs ladders and low-light environments
Manual dexterity to operate headsets cue lights and stage equipment
Work Environment
Theater performance venue or event space
Fast-paced high-pressure environment during live performances
Exposure to low lighting loud sounds and moving equipment
Close collaboration with performers crew and front-of-house staff
Irregular hours based on sound check and performance schedules
Discounts at the School and some voluntary benefits are available for part-time employees.
This is a non-exempt position paying an hourly rate of $17.60.
To be considered for this role please apply through ourCareer Center.
About Old Town School of Folk Music
Chicagos Old Town School of Folk Music (OTSFM) is the largest community school of the arts in the U.S. and a non-profit organization committed to celebrating American music and global cultures. Founded in 1957 Old Town School provides various music dance and arts courses to people of all ages abilities and backgrounds. Whatever ones interest Old Town School provides broad access to more than 700 weekly class offerings a broad array of private lessons and over 400 concerts and community events per year.
Old Town School of Folk Music opened its Lincoln Square facility in 1998 and expanded in 2012. The Old Town School operates two campuses in Chicagos Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park neighborhoods including world-class concert halls classrooms an award-winning music store and a music resource center. Online classes were introduced in 2020 and students from nearly every state and a dozen countries participated throughout the pandemic. Childrens classes are also held at several suburban satellite locations. More information is available at.
Equal Employment Opportunity
OTSFM is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. OTS strives to be an inclusive and equitable organization that reflects the diversity of the city of Chicago. We seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. This is critical to our success as a community-focused organization.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Restaurant Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Management Experience
- Math
- Caregiving
- Cleaning Experience
- Conflict Management
- Computer Literacy
- Nannying
- Supervising Experience
About Company
We are the legendary Old Town School of Folk Music. Here, you can register for music lessons, dance classes, Wiggleworms programs and more. Join us!
