Part Time - Technical Assistant - O'Donnell Performing Arts Center

Blinn College • Brenham, TX

6d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Blinn College District is searching for a Part Time - Technical Assistant - O'Donnell Performing Arts Center at our Brenham Campus. This role provides necessary technical assistance for scheduled events and activities occurring at the O'Donnell Performing Arts Center on the Brenham Campus. The position involves production and event support, specialized area supervision, facility and equipment maintenance, and student and crew mentorship.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree with at least 12 hours of Theatre Arts (DRAM) course work OR at least one year of related technical theatre experience in lieu of educational credits.
• Demonstrated intermediate-to-advanced proficiency in at least one of the following core areas, with a willingness to learn, adapt, and provide basic cross-functional support in others: Costume & Wardrobe Management: Garment construction, patterning, alterations, shop organization, and wardrobe/run-crew supervision. Scenic Construction & Stagecraft: Structural carpentry, scenic painting, tool maintenance, rigging, and safe operation of standard wood/metalworking power tools. Lighting & Sound Technology: Hang, focus, and maintenance of lighting fixtures; basic lightboard programming; live audio setup, and console operation. Venue & Event Operations: Stage management, front-of-house coordination, artist backstage transitions, and event-day building supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot immediate technical, logistical, or equipment issues relative to the execution of live events within designated area of expertise.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a strictly safe, positive working environment for faculty, staff, students, and community user groups.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule tailored around the production calendar, heavily inclusive of evening and weekend production hours.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, and email).

Nice To Haves

• BA, BS, or BFA with a concentration in technical theatre, arts management, design, or a closely related field.
• Experience working within a campus performing arts facility, educational theatre environment, or commercial entertainment venue.
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry or Construction certification (or willingness to obtain).
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance, setup, and execution for scheduled events (Performing Arts Series, Theatre Arts Series, college productions, and outside entities).
• Coordinate operations with the Technical Theatre Arts Director or designated supervisor.
• Supervise and execute the daily operations, build schedules, and project management for a designated theatrical shop or production discipline (e.g., Costumes/Wardrobe, Scenery/Carpentry, or Electrics/Audio) based on institutional need and candidate specialization.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot technical equipment and safety protocols within designated facility spaces, collaborating with the Technical Theatre Arts Director or designated supervisor.
• Assist in training and ensuring the safety of student workers, laboratory students, and run crews during builds and production runs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree