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Positions that can be WS or wage are noted with "or wage position"- students with or without work study funds may apply for these
PAY RATES: level 1 $9.00 | level 2 $10.00 | level 3 $11.00 | level 4 $12.00
Audience Services:
Contact Robin Perry 610-758-5453, inzactix@lehigh.edu
Visit zoellnerartscenter.org for an idea of our event schedule. We support all events that occur in the three venues in Zoellner Art Center, including the Presenting Series, Music and Theatre Department performances, and Rental events. Our staff must maintain a professional demeanor, be able to manage multiple projects and responsibilities, possess strong interpersonal communication skills and an even temperament, be welcoming to all patrons and visitors, and work well with others as well as independently. Full position descriptions can be found on Handshake.
Parking Attendant (WS Level 4 or Wage Position): Create a positive first impression by welcoming guests and ensuring smooth traffic flow in and around the parking garage for performances, lectures, and special events. Greet and assist patrons, provide directions, and explain parking procedures (training provided). Place and retrieve event signage before and after shows. Strong communication and customer service skills required; ability to work independently is essential. Shifts vary weekly based on event schedule, with most taking place evenings and weekends.
Usher (WS level 2 or wage position): Provide excellent front-of-house service and help ensure a smooth, welcoming experience for patrons attending events. Check tickets, operate scanners, seat patrons, guide latecomers, and monitor patron activity. Assist in evacuation of theatre(s) in case of emergency. May also staff coat room, merchandise, or accessibility services stations. Communicate effectively with the House Manager and team. Shifts mostly Friday through Sunday based on the event schedule.
House Assistant (WS level 3 or wage position): Support the House Manager at events by providing a welcoming enviroment to patrons. Set up ticket scanners, support usher staff, check tickets, seat patrons, guide latecomers, monitor patron activity, and direct patrons in case of emergency as needed. Communicate effectively with Front of House team, and perform other tasks as assigned. Evenings and weekends required based on the event schedule. Ability to work independently is a must.
Ticketing Representative (WS level 3 or wage position): Serve as “the face” of Zoellner by providing excellent customer service in the box office, both during daytime hours and for events. Sell tickets and subscription packages, process donations, and handle cash as well as credit card payments. Assist patrons by phone, in person, via email; Strong communication skills and attention to detail required. Support front-of-house needs such as ushering, coat room, accessibility assistance, and evacuation procedures as needed. Occaionsal data entry and general office duties as assigned. Shifts include regular box office hours and evenings/weekends based on event schedule.
Technical Services
Contact China MacNish 610-758-5367, camc23@lehigh.edu
Building Monitor (WS levels 1-4): **All posiitons filled** Building monitors will supervise the use of Zoellner's classrooms, practice rooms and public spaces after hours, ensuring they are maintained properly and locked at the end of the shift. Other responsibilities include various routine and occasional building wide duties. Shifts are scheduled between 430pm-11:00pm every day and all day Saturday and Sundays starting at 9am-11pm. Hiring minimum is for 2 shifts per week.
Lighting Technician (WS levels 1-4): Assist Zoellner’s lighting department in various performance spaces and on different types of productions. No experience required, but must be able to follow directions, be on time, and willing to learn. It can be a physically demanding job; you may get dirty and work on ladders in/on high locations. Duties may include: clerical paperwork; hanging, focusing, and maintaining lighting equipment; performing work notes, programming and/or operating lighting systems for productions. Work independently and as part of a group. There is also the possibility of leading lighting work calls for the Department of Theatre dependent upon experience.
Stage Assistant (WS levels 2-3): Assist Stage and Events Coordinator. Duties include general stage maintenance, classroom and lobby setups/strikes and inventory upkeep. Responsibilities also include keeping a clean and organized work space to ensure a safe and efficient work area.
Stage Technician (WS levels 2-4 or wage position): Assist tech staff supporting 200+ events. Hang and focus lights, set up audio equipment, erect scenery and run shows in Baker Hall. Hours are flexible; many are nights and/or weekends. No experience required, but backstage knowledge a plus.
Video Operator (WS levels 2-3 or wage position): Assist with setup and operation of video recording systems for recording and live streaming events. Setup and operate video systems for projection of video content. Experience and an interest in video systems is a plus but not required.
Contact Phil Ingle 610-758-5871, phi214@lehigh.edu
Sound Technician (WS level 2): Assist the Audio Coordinator in: basic maintenance, set up, and strike of live sound/recording equipment; maintenance and upkeep of center's audio areas. No experience required, but prior live audio experience a plus. Candidates that have previous experience or show aptitude and reliability may be considered to operate sound equipment for various projects. Must be able to lift between 30-60 pounds. Hours vary, some nights and weekends possible.
Zoellner Administration
Contact Lynn Farley 610-758-5425, lmf206@lehigh.edu
Marketing Assistant (WS level 1): Assist with various office duties within Zoellner’s marketing department: manage press archives, mailings, distribute posters on campus and in the community; Must be organized, able to work independently and experienced with Word, Excel, Google Docs, etc. to do research, reports, filing, copying and other administrative duties. Knowledge of Photoshop and Indesign plus.
Contact Becky Eshelman 610-758-5387, ree2@lehigh.edu
Scheduling & Events Administrative Assistant (WS level 3-4): Independent and goal driven individual to work side by side with the Scheduling and Events Manager. Assist with various office duties, data entry. interaction with the Technical Services team and the campus community. Must be organized, able to work independently and experience with WORD, EXCEL, Google Docs, etc to do research, reports, filing, copying and other administrative duties.
Contact Lenore Pitsilos 610-758-5774, lsp319@lehigh.edu
Education & Community Engagement Assistant (WS level 1 or 2):
Assist in various office duties within Education Community Engagement office. Tasks include but are not limited to creating, updating documents and database, filing, copying and other administrative duties. Must be organized with good communication skills, experienced in Word, Excel, Google Docs, etc. and are able to work independently. Previous office experience a plus.
Contact Adam Ercolani 610-758-5625 ade@lehigh.edu
Campus Engagement Assistant (WS level 3-4 or wage position): Support the Campus Engagement Manager in executing interdisciplinary arts programming on the Creative Campus Series. This position is primarily administrative, with the opportunity to engage with the campus through on-site events additionally. Administrative tasks include, but are not limited to: Digital filing and organization , Attending events (to take attendance, represent the organization at a table, etc.), Capturing photos, Assisting with the creation of digital materials like flyers
Schedule is between 5-15 hours/week and will work directly with the Campus Engagement Manager on scheduling on a regular basis. Some remote work pending Manager approval is possible.
Candidates must be a third-year, fourth-year, or graduate LU student with some prior administrative experience. Ideal majors for those interested in this position include, but are not limited to: Sociology, Business, Theatre, and Education.
Department of Theatre
Contact Deb Laub, dal5@lehigh.edu 610-758-3640
Costume Shop Assistant (WS levels 2-4): assist with the construction and alterations of costumes for the Department of Theatre productions and other events as needed. Hours dependent on schedule and work study allotment, minimum two hours per day. Shop hours are 1-5 pm Monday - Friday, with occasional nights and weekends available. Previous experience and knowledge of machine sewing and hand sewing encouraged. Other skills such as wig, makeup and other crafts a plus.
Scene Shop Assistant (WS levels 2-4): *positions filled* assist with the construction and installation of scenery for Department of Theatre productions, and other tasks as needed. Hours dependent on schedule and work study allotment, minimum two hours per day. Shop hours are 1-5pm Monday - Friday, with occasional nights and weekends. Previous experience and knowledge of wood working tools and construction methods encuraged; welding and metal working skills a plus.
LU Art Galleries
Contact Elise Schaffer, ejs421@lehigh.edu 610-758-6882
Visitor Services Representative (WS level 2): Lehigh University Art Galleries is looking for a hardworking and responsible Federal Work Study student to join their team. The purpose of this role is to assist the Galleries by offering exceptional customer service to guests as well as completing administrative and other tasks as assigned. Candidates do not need to possess extensive background knowledge in art but a love of art is a plus. Hours: 3-10 per week, flexibility to attend evening events and/or work some Saturdays. Location: Main Galleries at Zoellner. For more information and to apply, email Elise Schaffer. Full listign can be found on Handshake.
Museum Educator (WS level 4): The Museum Educator works with the LUAG Education and Visitor Services staff to plan, design, and implement education and interpretation programs for the campus and community. Students will have the opportunity to interact with diverse audiences, assist with exhibition-related/curriculum-based art projects for various age groups, collaborate with visiting artists, and more. Students assist with administrative tasks, help staff to implement a range of programs on weekdays, weekends, and evenings, and create content for virtual programs. Depending on a student’s interests, they may also research and present a gallery talk or other public program. Museum Educators should be friendly, energetic, highly motivated, and creative; and have a positive, enthusiastic attitude towards interacting with learners of all ages. Hours: 6-8 per week, flexibility to attend evening and Saturday events. Location: Main Galleries at Zoellner. For more information and to apply, email Elise Schaffer. Full listing can be found on Handshake.
PAY RATES: level 1 $9.00 | level 2 $10.00 | level 3 $11.00 | level 4 $12.00