Technical and Operations Fellowships - Forbes Center Performing Arts

Working Title: Technical and Operations Fellowships - Forbes Center for the Performing Arts

State Role

Title:

Part time, Salaried

Position Type: Temporary

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Department: 100551 - College of Visual and Performing Arts

Pay Band:

Pay Rate: Stipend

Specify Range or Amount: $17,225.00

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Technical and Operations Fellowships at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts at James Madison University provide advanced, hands‑on training in theatre production and stage management, as well as opportunities to operate state‑of‑the‑art audio, lighting and video systems.

The Fellowship begins Sunday, August 30, 2026 and runs through Saturday, May 8, 2027. Fellows must commit the full season (36 weeks). They will receive a stipend of $17,225 for the contract, paid bi‑weekly. Fellows will not work more than 40 hours per week, averaging 29 hours per week. Housing and benefits are not included.

Mandated by the Production Services Manager, the cohort of fellows will set up and operate sound, lighting, video, and staging equipment for our professional Encore Series performances, the School of Music Ensemble and Recital performances, Opera productions, and ancillary events presented by the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Fellows may support equipment maintenance across our five venues, advance events, and take on technical support and stage management tasks.

Daily activities may include event prep, show running, general maintenance, and basic office operations. Work hours will be irregular and include early morning, evening, and weekend calls. The fellowship team will explore the full range of production and technical support, with special projects assigned based on each fellow's area of interest.

Ideal candidates will have a broad knowledge of and experience in technical theatre, as well as solid organizational and computer skills. Experience with theatrical audio, lighting, and video systems is a plus. Hands‑on knowledge of lighting systems, audio systems, and DANTE networking systems is helpful. An undergraduate degree in the arts is preferred.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part‑time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

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