Production Assistant

Job TitleProduction Assistant and Stage Manager for Spivey HallLocationClayton State University, Morrow, GeorgiaJob SummaryThis position is responsible for providing production assistance and additional stage management for Spivey Hall. This includes participation in the management and production of Spivey Hall events, sound and lighting technical work, and backstage hospitality services for Spivey Hall guest artists. This position also represents Clayton State, Spivey Hall, and the Production Manager positively to a wide range of people and organizations.ResponsibilitiesAssist with the stage production of Spivey Series, Spivey Hall Education, Clayton State University Department of Visual and Performing Arts events, other Clayton State University departmental events, and visiting PreK-12 events, including Young People's Concerts, Spivey Hall Honor Choir/Orchestra/Jazz Ensemble rehearsals and concerts, large-ensemble rehearsals and concerts, faculty and student rehearsals and recitals, award ceremonies, and lectures. Set up, operate, and strike sound reinforcement, lighting, recording equipment, stage equipment (chairs, music stands, etc.), and keyboard instruments (pianos and pipe organs). In the absence of the Spivey Hall Production Manager or Spivey Hall Assistant Production Managers, supervise stage usage by visiting artists, renters, and event organizers. Provide backstage hospitality services for visiting artists, as needed.Required QualificationsHigh school diplomaKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesEvent management experience in the performing arts. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong planning and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and effectively manage multiple tasks. Ability to successfully represent Spivey Hall and Clayton State University to a wide range of individuals and organizations. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required. Experience with concert/theatre lighting and sound reinforcement equipment and best practices preferred. Knowledge of classical, jazz, and/or world music preferred.Institutional ValuesClayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.Conditions of EmploymentOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Equal Employment OpportunityEqual opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Clayton State University and the University System of Georgia (USG). Clayton State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any Clayton State University program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.Clery DisclosureThis position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.