Theater Box Office Work Study Assistant

Union College • Schenectady, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is available to students who qualify for Work-Study. The assistant will help in the Box Office and with script materials for faculty courses. The role involves operating the Box Office during its hours and before shows, handling ticket sales, and assisting with various administrative and special projects. The position requires working some evenings and weekends, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the Box Office. The assistant may also serve as an Usher, House Manager, or work in the Box Office during performances.

Requirements

• Must qualify for Work-Study.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proper phone etiquette.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service skills/experience a plus.
• Photoshop or Canva knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates the Box Office during Box Office hours and before each show.
• Responsible for opening and closing the Box Office for each Theatre & Dance production.
• Answers the phone, takes messages, and sells tickets.
• Uses Eventbrite.com, card swipe, credit card machine, and handles cash.
• Updating Box Office phone message and creating/distributing theater signage.
• Assisting with special projects that may involve typing, printing, copying, and research.
• Keeps the Box Office clean and organized.
• Works as an Usher, House Manager or in the Box Office on the night of performances.
• Assist with script materials for faculty courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed