Temporary Performing Arts Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

George Fox University's Performing Arts department is seeking temporary production and/event staff support to support the team and help create a meaningful and engaging experience for students and community members.

About the Job:

The Performing Arts Department regularly hires temporary employees to support staff during busy and time-sensitive production periods. These may include plays, musicals, festivals, peak box office times, recruitment events, and similar activities. Assignments are short-term and project-based, with specific tasks and reporting structures clearly defined at the time of each hire.

Job responsibilities could include, but are not limited to:

Since these roles are "as-needed," specific tasks will be defined at the time of hire. Potential areas of support include:

• Costume Construction & Support: Constructing and altering theatrical costumes, as well as managing wardrobe maintenance and backstage quick-changes during live performances.
• Carpentry & Scenic Construction: Safely construct, assemble, and repair stage scenery, flats, and platforms using a variety of wood-shop power tools under the direction of the theatre technical director and/or scene shop manager.
• Technical and Production Support: Assisting with the setup, operation, and strike of lighting, audio, and other technical production equipment while supporting live performances and events under the direction of theatre production staff.
• Box Office & Ticketing Operations: Managing ticket sales, processing transactions via the box office ticketing system, resolving patron seating inquiries, and providing exceptional front-of-house customer service or event operations as assigned.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A day in the life of this position:

Each day may look different depending on the event or production. You may assist with setting up or striking event spaces, greeting and supporting guests, helping backstage with production needs, or providing general operational support to ensure events run smoothly and safely.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (or are currently enrolled in high school or college).
• Experience in customer service, event support, theater, music, or related areas preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow directions and work collaboratively.
• The ability to be on feet for long periods of time, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Previous experience supporting live performances or large-scale events.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during peak production periods.
• Welding and rigging experience.
• Experience in construction of scenery for live theatre.
• Excellent carpentry and construction skills.
• Expertise in safe and proper use of a wide variety of power tools.
• Familiarity with a wide variety of scenic techniques and materials.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: To Be Determined
  • Up to 40 hours per week and may require overtime, weekend, and evening work.
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Duration: This temporary position will conclude within 6 months as determined by the department.
• Compensation: Hourly compensation for this position is determined based on the specific technical specialty provided (e.g., carpentry, costume construction, front-of-house support) and the candidate's level of prior experience. All pay rates are structured in alignment with George Fox University's established compensation system.
• Working Conditions: Work takes place in theater and event settings and may include standing for extended periods, lifting light to moderate equipment, and supporting live performances in a fast-paced environment. Evening and weekend work is frequently required during peak production times.
• Supervisor: Each hire will be assigned a specific supervisor (e.g., Production Manager, Box Office Manager, or Technical Director) depending on the task.

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-centered: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume :
  
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
• Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.