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Student Sound & Audio Assistant

• POOL University of Kansas
• 4.2 Lawrence, KS Job Details $15
• $20 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications Music mixing Live event AV production projects Live production performance Full Job Description Position Overview This position supports the technical operations of the Department of Theatre and Dance by assisting with venue setup, maintenance, and performance execution.

The role involves preparing and restoring performance spaces, maintaining theatrical systems, and serving as part of the running crew during rehearsals and live events. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Responsibilities also include general support tasks to meet the evolving needs of the department. Job Description 40%

• Venue Setup Prepare performance venues according to the specific technical and staging requirements of each production. Configuring lighting, sound, seating, and other production elements to meet artistic and safety standards. 20%
• Venue Reset Restore venues to their standard or "stock" configuration following performances. Striking equipment, resetting lighting and sound systems, and general cleanup. 20%
• Rehearsal and Performance Support Attend rehearsals and live performances as part of the running crew. Operating equipment, assisting performers and production staff, and ensuring smooth execution of technical cues. 10%
• Maintenance Perform routine maintenance on theatrical systems and venue infrastructure. Inspecting and servicing lighting, sound, rigging, and other technical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. 10%
• Departmental Support Assisting with special events, inventory management, or administrative tasks.

Required Qualifications Experience configuring and operating professional audio systems, as demonstrated in application materials. Ability to function as the Front of House (FOH) audio engineer for departmental productions.

Experience mixing live audio using:

Wired and wireless microphones Line-level signal sources Large-format audio consoles (32+ inputs, 16+ outputs) QLab playback software and Mac platforms Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of live streaming system configuration and operation, as indicated on application materials. Knowledge of standard theatrical operating procedures such as configuring and operating audio system(s) as indicated on application materials. Ability to work at heights from ladders, lifts, and grids, as indicated in application materials. 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. Additional Candidate Instructions In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position: Resume/ CV Cover Letter addressing required/ preferred qualifications To ensure consideration, apply before the application deadline, September 10th, 2026. A review of applications will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Contact Information to Applicants Alex Weston Advertised Salary Range $15.00

• $20.

00 Anticipated Start Date Monday September 14, 2026 Apply to

Job Posting Information Posting ID:

33712

BR Department:

Theatre and Dance Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus Reg/Temp:

Temporary Employee Class:

S-Student