Anticipated Start Date: Sep 15, 2025

Estimated Pay: $16

Number of Jobs Available: 4

Schedule: Day. Varies. Evenings & Weekends required.

Location: Roselle Center for the Arts

SoM Events: Technical Assistant 

Context of the Job 

The School of Music (SoM) at the University of Delaware provides over 300 public-facing performance opportunities throughout the year. Events within the School of Music range from academic required student recitals to large Symphonic Orchestra recitals. A position with the School of Music Events Team provides staff with the opportunity to develop their customer service and technical skillset to diverse audiences ranging from 10 to 200 attendees. 

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the Technical Assistant is responsible for all audiovisual technology needs for School of Music events and performances in the Center for the Arts, Bayard Sharp Hall, and Amy E. Dupont Music Building. Hours are variable, dependent on the event schedule, and average approximately 10-15 hours per week. Qualified candidates must be available and willing to work in the evenings and on weekends.

In this position you will... 

• Learn music technology, video editing, and production in public performance events
• Gain hands on experience with performance-based audio and video technologies  
• Have a better understanding of audio and video performance management
• Develop effective customer service skillsets 

Major Responsibilities 

• Direct and assist with the setup and teardown of audiovisual equipment as needed 
• Produce high quality audio and visual recordings of School of Music events 
• Operate the PA system to deliver prerecorded announcements as needed 
• Set and adjust stage lighting as needed (Loudis Recital Hall Only) 
• Provide support for events with advanced technology needs such as music recording technologies, video recording and live streaming in a live performance context, and public address system set up and breakdown
• Provide technical support for School of Music Livestreams 

Education, Experience, and Abilities 

• Requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Must be able to lift at least 25lbs unassisted 
• Experience with ProTools or other digital audio software software preferred 
• Knowledge of recording technology preferred 

Hiring Timeline:

Application Review: Aug 25 – 29

Interviews: Sep 2 – 5

Offers Extended: Sep 8 - 12

Please note that dates are subject to change depending on the needs of the department.

Applicants must be undergraduate students at the University of Delaware. Work study eligibility can be found here. Applicants who are not enrolled as undergraduate students at the University will not be considered for this position. Employment Limitations and Exceptions