MFA Venue Assistant Technical Coordinator

Founded in 1780 Transylvania University is one of the nations oldest institutions but dont let
our age fool you. Ranked in the Top 100 Best Liberal Arts colleges for 2025 by Niche were a
vibrant forward-thinking campus in the heart of Lexington Kentucky full of curious minds
creative energy and people who genuinely love what they do. We are mentors innovators and
community builders who help shape the next generation of thinkers creators and leaders.
At Transylvania we believe our people are our greatest strength. We seek enthusiasm initiative
and a commitment to excellence to helping create a campus environment where students
faculty and staff thrive. As a member of our community youll work alongside dedicated
colleagues who value collaboration innovative thinking and shared success. We invite
applications for this opportunity to not only belong but belong to Team Transy!
This is a year-round part-time position averaging 25 hours per week. The schedule is made up of
a combination of regularly scheduled and flexible hours including nights and weekends to
support events. It is not benefit-eligible.
What youll do:
Help to maintain the facilities and equipment of the Mitchell Fine Arts Center with a focus on
stage and performance-related areas.
Train and manage student and professional crews.
Mix audio set/design lighting for events operate fly systems maintain organizational
systems and collaborate with various departments across campus.
Oversee and manage events in the Technical Coordinators absence.
This role requires a high level of critical thinking with the ability to anticipate risks. This is a highly
active and hands-on position with approximately 80% of working time spent throughout the
facility on projects or events both with crews and independently. This includes working overhead
at heights and in small spaces.
What you bring:
Bachelor of Arts in Theater/related field or three years of experience in the live entertainment/
performance industry is required.
Ability to work with theatrical control systems.
Supplemental training and certifications such as specific control systems rigging basic first aid
diversity-equity-inclusion training box office management and other applicable certifications
and education are desirable.
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the
Technical Coordinator.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to students faculty and staff across campus.
Why youll love belonging here:
A campus that feels alive where every day brings new faces new ideas and the kind of energy
that makes work feel meaningful.

A community that cares with colleagues who celebrate wins support challenges and make you
feel part of something bigger.
A space to grow and shine with professional development leadership opportunities and a
culture that encourages to bring your best ideas forward.
A setting thats hard to beat right in the heart of Lexington Transylvania is walkable welcoming
and full of charm and history.
How to apply: Please apply by visiting who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background
check.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V