Live Sound Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
08/10/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17334N
Job Title
Theatrical/Radio/TV Asst
Working Title
School of Dance - Stage Crew
Career Progression Track
A
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
4
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
As scheduled by the Technical Director, will include evenings, nights, and weekends during production rehearsals and presentations.
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00076 - School of Dance
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$13.50 per hour
Close Date
12/31/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
08/17/2026
Job Summary
Works with Production Director, Technical Director, Stage Manager, and AV Room Manager at the Marriott Center for Dance to provide production support for School of Dance performances and special events. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of live theatrical performance and an enthusiastic willingness to acquire a basic understanding of live sound, lighting, and run crew operations. The responsibilities are varied and continually changing, so stage crew members must learn quickly, think ahead, and adapt to new processes and situations. They must be able to take direction promptly and perform under pressure during live performance settings. Dependability is of utmost priority, and stage crew members must attend technical rehearsals and performances without fail or tardiness. Individuals in this position must be able to lift or pull at least 50 lbs, and push or pull set pieces, rigging, and equipment.
Responsibilities
Varies per directions of the Technical Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Prior experience with stagecraft.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
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