Organization: Fusion Theatre Company

Location: 708 1st St NW Albuquerque, NM 87102

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

NOW HIRING FOR SUMMER!

Job Overview:
Under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Production Assistant works before, during, and after events to prepare, maintain, and clean-up all venues within FUSION: 708, The Meadow, and The Cell Theatre. From larger scale live music, dance, and theatrical performances, to private parties and events, the Production Assistant ensures that artists, renters, and patrons at FUSION can create art and build community in a safe, well-maintained, and smooth-running environment.

Responsibilities and Duties:
Assist with the set-up, running, and break-down of FUSION events and productions
Assist the technical director and other FUSION staff on work calls (i.e. lighting hang and focus, set builds and strikes, seating bank construction, art exhibition hangs and strikes, facility organization and maintenance)
Duties may include: parking and traffic direction, stage and event hall set-up and breakdown (moving chairs, tables, stage platforms, curtains, and seating banks), facilities cleaning, organization, and maintenance, concession sales, crowd control, and some lighting/AV equipment operation.
Shift lengths vary depending on the event, workload, and your availability. Shifts will be offered on a weekly basis.

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Qualifications:
Applicant must be work study eligible at UNM
Experience in live events, catering, or customer service preferred
Background in technical theatre (lighting, sound, stagehands) is a plus but not required
Valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation
Can lift up to 40 lbs. and is comfortable being on their feet for long periods of time

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.