House Manager/Stage Manager

Chapman University

House Manager/Stage Manager

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position will require some advanced emergency preparedness training such as CPR/AED and Active Shooter training. These will be offered on the job or scheduled on campus

Posting Details

Student Title Classification Information

Quick Link	https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/41134
Job Number	SE239024

Position Information

Department or Unit Name	College of Performing Arts
Position Headcount	10
Position Title	House Manager/Stage Manager
Academic Year	Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester	All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?	Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range	$16.90 - $16.90
Pay Range Information	Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?	Orange
Approved Supervisor	Justin Budds
Supervisor Email	[email protected]

Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date	10/01/2026
Projected End Date	05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week	Up to 19 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary	Provide general support for CoPA events. Act as House Management & Stage crew for performances in Waltmar Theater, Salmon Recital Hall, Memorial Auditorium and Musco Center for the Arts.
Responsibilities	Duties include but are not limited to: Assist performers in hosting event Open and close doors of lobby Interact with patrons, CoPA students, the CoPA Patron Services Coordinator and CoPA Faculty Maintain audience safety standards before, during and after each performance Manage venue cleanliness and contacting janitorial team when necessary May be required to lift up to 25lbs Filling out and submitting end of night House Manger Report Manage student usher team performance which includes: Hosting pre-show meeting, taking attendance, distributing assignments and going over any updates Ensuring all tickets are scanned properly Aiding in managing and escalated patron issues as they pertain to seating Emergency preparedness Communicating relevant information to the production team and CoPA Patron Services Coordinator
Required Qualifications	Little to minimal prior experience. Ability to learn support process. Familiarity with Google Docs & Sheets.
Desired Qualifications	Knowledge and passion for the Performing Arts (theatre, dance and music). Previous experience managing a group or team. Previous experience in customer service and/or front of house management. Comfortable with public speaking. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite Teams and or Teams Shifts.
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position will require some advanced emergency preparedness training such as CPR/AED and Active Shooter training. These will be offered on the job or scheduled on campus

Budget Information

Is Federal work-study required?	With or Without FWS

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you currently possess a valid First Aid/CPR Certification?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter