Usher

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ushers are the most visible staff members at all Berklee performance venues. Venues include Berklee Performance Center, David Friend Recital Hall, Duke Ellington Caf, Conservatory Mainstage, Seully Hall and Zack Box. Ushers will take tickets as visitors enter the building for a performance and assist in seating patrons. During the show, they ensure comfort, enjoyment, and provide safety for the audience. At the end of a performance, ushers guide visitors out and assist in the closing of the building. Additionally, ushers are responsible for preparing and closing the performance venues, enforcing venue policy, and assisting in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program.
• Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
• Federal Work Study student may apply.
• In good disciplinary standing.
• Must be located in the U.S.
• Organized, responsible and excellent communication skills.
• Timely and dependable
• Be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Handle stressful situations in a calm manner.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Evening and weekend availability required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities are helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Scan, rip tickets
• Hand out Programs if applicable
• Assist patrons with finding their seats.
• Assist with late seating.
• Assist with evacuation in case of an emergency.
• Become familiar with all venue layouts.
• Enforce venue and performance policies.
• Attend Mandatory Trainings
• Must work 2-3 shows/events per month

Benefits

• The Student Employment program provides opportunities for you to work part-time on campus, thereby helping you to meet some of your living expenses.
• With more than 900 positions ranging from 10 to 15 hours of work per week, as well as daily opportunities for project-based temporary employment, student employment is a great opportunity for professional and educational growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees