Tilles Center Freelance Stagehand

Tilles Center Freelance Stagehand Tilles Center Freelance Stagehand No. 3028 Long Island University Brookville, New York Tilles Center General Posted Oct 08, 2025 $20-30 per hour Job Details

JOB TYPE

Staff

SALARY RANGE

$20-30 per hour

START DATE

As soon as possible

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Apr 30, 2026 CONTACT Job Description

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The Tilles Center Freelance Stage Hand assists in multiple capacities in an effort to mount events and productions at Tilles Center.

Responsibilities:

The stage crew performs a wide variety of jobs all of which are related to whatever event is booked at the time. As an active member of the crew you will assist in the setup (Load In) and Breakdown (Load Out) of performances, preparing the theater for upcoming events (Changeover), prepare the lighting plot (light hang), as well as a variety of other maintenance and show tasks that are required to maintain and run an operational and safe theater. The crew are responsible for all events in multiple venues and spaces throughout the campus.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Qualification Requirements:

Backstage theater experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Generally indoors, in the theaters, auditoriums and backstage spaces at Tilles Center. Loading and unloading of trucks is conducted outdoors, in the parking lots adjacent to the Tilles Center stages.

Material and Equipment:

Basic hand and power tools (screwdriver, wrench). Hand trucks, dollies, ladders, theatrical lighting, sound equipment. Ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Salary:

 $20 - $30 per hour LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.