Applications are now open for the 2022/23 academic year. Applications open now through October 3.
- $16 an hour
- Flexible Schedule
- On campus arts engagement
Staff positions include work in:
Assistant to the Managing Director
The Assistant to the Managing Director is responsible for assisting the Managing Director in the day to day operations of Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS).
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchicago.edu
Assistant to the Production Manager
The Assistant to the Production Manager is responsible for supporting the Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) Production Manager and the productions produced in the Logan Center for the Arts and the FXK Theater in the Reynolds Club.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to the Production Manager of Theatre and Performance Studies Brian Maschka at bmaschka@uchicago.edu
Costume Support
The Costume Shop Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the activities in the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) costume shop. This position reports directly to the TAPS Costume Shop Manager. All applicants will be considered, with or without any previous experience in theatre, wardrobe or costume design. Applicants do not need to have experience sewing, but those wanting to learn to sew are highly encouraged.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Nathan Rohrer, Costume Shop Manager, at nrohrer@uchicago.edu
Dance Program Assistant
Dance Program Assistant works very closely with the Director of Dance and is responsible for providing administrative support for Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) dance-based initiatives.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchicago.edu
FXK Theater Support
FXK Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) North Theater Manager and the productions produced in the FXK Theater in the Reynolds Club.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Samantha Rausch, North Theater Manager at rausch@uchicago.edu
Front of House
Front of House Managers are responsible for creating a welcoming and safe experience for audience members for Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) produced and supported productions.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchicago.edu
Lighting Support
The Lighting Shop Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the activities of the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) lighting shop and the operation of the lighting equipment in the Logan and FXK Theaters. This position reports directly to the TAPS Lighting Manager.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Brian Maschka, Production Manager at bmaschka@uchicago.edu
Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant
The Marketing & Graphic Design Assistant is responsible for assisting the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) Graphic Designer + Marketing Coordinator and Managing Director with content creation for both TAPS and TAPS-affiliated RSO’s.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchiacgo.edu.
Media Assistant
Media Assistant is responsible for assisting in content creation for social media and the Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) website and email communication.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director of Theatre at nmcneill@uchicago.edu
Photographer
The Photographer is responsible for collaborating directly with Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) and related RSO to tell stories through high-quality photography.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchicago.edu
Prop Support
The Prop Shop Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the activities in the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) prop shop. This position reports directly to the TAPS Prop Shop Manager.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Jennifer Pinson, Prop Shop Manager, at jpinson@uchicago.edu
Scene Shop Support
The Scene Shop Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the activities in the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) scenic shop. This position reports directly to the TAPS Technical Director (TD). The shop staff will receive training from the TD and other professional staff in carpentry and other technical theater skills.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Ben Caracello, Technical Director, at benc@uchicago.edu
Sound Shop Support
The Sound Shop Student Staff position is responsible for supporting the activities of the Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) sound shop and the operation of the sound equipment in the Logan and FXK Theaters. This position reports directly to the TAPS Audio Manager.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Ben Caracello, Technical Director, at benc@uchicago.edu
Videographer
The videographer is responsible for collaborating directly with Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) and related RSO to tell stories through high-quality video content.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter about your interest in the position to Neel McNeill, Managing Director at nmcneill@uchicago.edu