Federal Work Study - Theatre & Film - House Manager (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

Department:

Theatre and Film

Salary:

$8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)

Schedule:

Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary:

Oversees front-of-house operations and ensures a professional, safe, and welcoming audience experience during theatre productions and events.

**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Front-of-house theatre operations and audience services
• Theatre etiquette, accessibility, and customer service practices
• Emergency procedures and audience safety protocols
• Basic ticketing and seating procedures
• University and department policies related to events
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and team coordination abilities
• Organization and time-management skills
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Attention to detail in preparing public-facing spaces
• Coordinate ushers and manage audience flow efficiently
• Prepare and monitor lobby and house areas before and during performances
• Address audience concerns in a calm and professional manner
• Enforce theatre policies during events
• Work evenings and weekends as required by performance schedules
• Coordinate ushers and manage audience flow
• Prepare lobby and house for performances
• Manage ticketing coordination, if applicable
• Handle audience concerns during events
• Assist with additional theatre production and facility tasks as assigned by the Technical Director after primary weekly responsibilities have been completed.
• Weekly Deliverables
  • Performance or event report including attendance, issues, and notes
  • Front-of-house checklist completion
  • Usher schedule or coordination log
  • Audience feedback summary, if applicable

Required Qualifications:

• Reliable availability during scheduled performances and events
• Professional demeanor and strong customer service orientation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior customer service or ushering experience
• Previous theatre or event management exposure
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a team setting
• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (6) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
• If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJaxState.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.

Machines & Equipment

• Standard office equipment (computer, phone)
• Ticketing or seating management tools (if applicable)
• Radios or communication devices used during performances

Notice Regarding International Students:

• International students on student visas are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions.
• Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

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