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Student Hourly-Student Technical Crew
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
22 August 2026 (14 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
35%-Members of the Student Technical Crew are responsible for assisting with the set-up and tear-down of Lied Center events including hanging and focusing lights moving curtains loading and unloading counterweight arbors setting up and striking acoustical shells and large music ensembles laying dance floors and loading and unloading equipment.
25%-Students will assist with the operation of technical systems during events including running lighting consoles setting up and running audio systems operating cameras and running video projections.
15%-Students will provide stage and production support working alongside professional staff to ensure successful execution of professional music dance theatrical tours university ensemble performances organizational events and community events.
10%- Students will help maintain and repair equipment including changing lamps repairing cables maintaining technical systems and supporting the upkeep of facility equipment.
10%-Students will work as part of a 50 member technical crew team meeting deadlines participating in training completing general production tasks as assigned and otherwise supporting the technical aspects of the facility under the supervision of full-time technical staff.
5%- Students will assist with costume and production area support including laundering and pressing costumes and helping maintain clean and organized production spaces.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Hours vary based on availability and production schedule
Contact Information to Applicants
Reece Dickson Technical Director
Position Overview
The Lied Center of Kansas serves the states flagship university students and the greater community by functioning as a catalyst for the arts creativity engagement and community building. The ideal candidate will be able to follow directions diligently and work well with others.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
25%-Students will assist with the operation of technical systems during events including running lighting consoles setting up and running audio systems operating cameras and running video projections.
15%-Students will provide stage and production support working alongside professional staff to ensure successful execution of professional music dance theatrical tours university ensemble performances organizational events and community events.
10%- Students will help maintain and repair equipment including changing lamps repairing cables maintaining technical systems and supporting the upkeep of facility equipment.
10%-Students will work as part of a 50 member technical crew team meeting deadlines participating in training completing general production tasks as assigned and otherwise supporting the technical aspects of the facility under the supervision of full-time technical staff.
5%- Students will assist with costume and production area support including laundering and pressing costumes and helping maintain clean and organized production spaces.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Hours vary based on availability and production schedule
Contact Information to Applicants
Reece Dickson Technical Director
- Must be able to adhere to an online-based scheduling system.
- Must be able to communicate in a clear timely and consistent manner using email correspondence as evidenced by application materials.
- Must have a flexible schedule as evidenced by application materials.
- 2 two-hour blocks of time available during weekdays not including noon - 1pm.
- Experience in concert theatre or video production as evidenced by application materials.
- Working knowledge of stagecraft with relevant background (ex: fly crew sound electrician carpenter prop handler costumes camera operator etc.) as evidenced by application materials.
Position Overview
The Lied Center of Kansas serves the states flagship university students and the greater community by functioning as a catalyst for the arts creativity engagement and community building. The ideal candidate will be able to follow directions diligently and work well with others.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position.
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume
- List of three (3) professional references
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.
