Brigham Young University-posted 11 days ago
$19 - $24/Yr
Part-time • Entry Level
Provo, UT
1,001-5,000 employees

We are looking for a creative production assistant to join us in the award-winning Theatre and Media Arts Department (TMA). This position will be a key contributor to the BFA programs in Acting and Music Dance Theatre (MDT). You will production manage auditions, callbacks, proficiencies, workshops, guest artists, and master classes, as well as provide administrative and curricular support to the units. TMA is a vibrant, collaborative department that is dedicated to helping student thrive. If you also love theatre, and want help young artists get their start, we would love to work with you. Note: This is a part-time position (17.5) hours per week.

  • Manage all live, video, and virtual auditions, callbacks, interviews, and proficiency events (classroom scheduling, setting up room, managing volunteers etc.) for the Acting and MDT programs.
  • Scheduling and management of proficiency workshops.
  • Track deliberations and send notification letters to applicants for both programs.
  • Manage workshops and masterclasses.
  • Coordinate, contract, and help host guest artists.
  • Administrate Acting and MDT Committee meetings (take minutes, identify action items, follow up so tasks are completed).
  • Support curriculum development and program assessment.
  • Support BFA program forums.
  • Support student development initiatives.
  • Represent the BFA programs to the public (on department tours, at New Student Orientation, Major Fair, Utah United Auditions, etc.)
  • Create and/or order recruitment materials/swag within a set budget
  • Coordinate with TMA Communications Specialist to keep the BFA materials on the TMA website accurate and up-to-date.
  • A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
  • A BA degree (optional)
  • Experience in production management, theatre management, or office administration.
  • Proficiency/certification in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Self-motivation and an ability to work without direct supervision.
  • A friendly attitude, a positive outlook, and a calm demeanor with a wide range of clients and in a moderately stressful environment.
  • The ability to be flexible and responsive to fast-paced work.
  • Working knowledge of FERPA regulations.
  • Familiarity with BYU curricular systems (Learning Suite, Coursedog, Workday).
  • Practical experience working in the theatre as an actor, director, stage manager, or production manager, etc.
  • Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
  • Access to the library
  • Free on-campus parking
  • Free UTA pass
  • Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
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