About the role
Position Title
Stage/Auditorium Assistant Level I (Student Position)
Location
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Department
College of Arts and Sciences
Advertised Salary
$13.73
Summary of Position
Williams Auditorium is seeking a dependable, motivated student worker to join our event operations team. This position provides hands-on experience in live events, concerts, theater, lectures, conferences, performances, and other programs held at Williams Auditorium.
This is a great opportunity for students interested in theater, music, event planning, production, communications, hospitality, entertainment, or live events, but no previous technical experience is required.
Position Requirements
Required:
- Dependable and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
- Ability to follow directions and safety procedures
- Positive and professional attitude
- Ability to perform physical tasks associated with event setup and teardown
Preferred, but not required:
- Interest or experience in theater, music, events, production, or entertainment
- Previous experience with stage equipment, lighting, audio, or video
- Customer service or hospitality experience
- Ability to work independently once trained
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Student workers may assist with a wide variety of tasks, including:
- Setting up and tearing down events
- Moving and arranging tables, chairs, staging, and other equipment
- Assisting with stage and backstage preparations
- Helping with basic lighting, audio, and video equipment
- Assisting with microphones and presentation equipment
- Supporting concerts, theater productions, lectures, conferences, ceremonies, and special events
- Assisting performers, speakers, presenters, and event clients
- Helping with audience seating and event logistics
- Preparing dressing rooms, backstage areas, and event spaces
- Operating or assisting with basic venue equipment after appropriate training
- Loading and unloading event equipment and materials
- Maintaining clean, organized, and safe event spaces
- Assisting with event transitions and room changes
- Providing general event support before, during, and after events
- Following venue safety procedures and event-specific instructions
- Performing other duties related to auditorium and event operations as assigned
- Scenic Construction and/ or painting assistance for university productions
Number of Positions Available
3
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, Cover Letter
Job Close Date
December 12, 2026
EEO Statement
Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.