Assistant Production Lead

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Posting Information

Department Carolina Performing Arts - 506000 Career Area Information Technology Posting Open Date 08/06/2026 Application Deadline 08/27/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Assistant Production Lead Position Number 20069322 Vacancy ID S027929 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 15 Work Schedule

Monday - Sunday

Evenings and weekends

Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $19.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 09/08/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Position Information

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of Carolina Performing Arts (CPA) is to spark curiosity, inspiring all members of our community to discover and more fully engage with the world. We collaborate with dynamic and compelling artists from across the globe to create novel, mission-driven performing arts experiences in partnership with our community. We also open our venues to others to explore, create, and celebrate their own work. Through the Office of the Executive Director for the Arts (EDA), CPA oversees all artistic programming, campus and community engagement, marketing and fundraising for its presented, commissioned and produced work, and manages all operations of its venues including facility rentals, technical production, audience services and ticketing.

Carolina Performing Arts thrives because of our collaborations with a diverse cohort of partners that create deeper understanding for our audiences and enable us to be empathetic visionaries. As our campus, state, nation, and world continue to reckon with systemic injustices, we are committed to being an agent for change and making certain that our internal practices reflect the values that are made visible on the stage. Our work is made possible and made better through the contributions of team members from a wide array of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We seek to recruit and develop staff to create a welcoming, and inclusive organization.

Position Summary

The Assistant Production Lead for Carolina Performing Arts (CPA) reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for providing technical support and leadership to the venue and production operations during event set-ups, rehangs, load-ins, rehearsals, workshops and load-outs in Memorial Hall, CURRENT ArtSpace + Studio, Gerrard Hall, and Moeser Auditorium. This position routinely works with the CPA Production team, including Production Management and the Lighting Lead and Audio Lead to coordinate event technology arrangements, and partake in the setup and operation for a variety of events. The Assistant Production Lead may be asked to focus on a variety of production technologies, and may need to manage equipment and operations in the absence of the Department Leads or Production Management. This position may act as the main point of contact for artists or clients in residency rehearsals or workshop settings. This role may organize and delegate operational workflows and staff assignments with the input from Department Leads or Production Management. The Assistant Production Lead may also work show calls as needed for CPA performances as well as for events hosted by student groups, campus departments, and community groups in our venues, as availability allows.

Shift Supervision:

• Lead crew calls and coordinate safe operations of event preparations and processes with direction from the Department Leads and/or Production Management
• Provide specialized technical support as the knowledgeable professional, which will include basic staging, theatrical rigging, and fly-system operation
• Provide on-site supervision of technical support needs for events, rehearsals and workshops

Process Documentation:

• Export and interpret lighting plots, audio and video plots, cabling plan to implement into event shifts
• Keep documentation of shift operations, process updates, and schedule changes in event shift-reports, production reports, or organization-wide daily event reports

Programing and Operation:

• First call as a consistent programmer and/or operator (in lighting, video, and/or audio) for projects, residencies or rehearsals

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Graduation from high school and one year in the field of technology related to the position's role.

• Computer coursework may be substituted year-for- year for the required experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Journey level requires an additional six months experience
• Advanced level requires an additional one year of experience.

Management Preferences

Demonstrate a high level of knowledge in multiple areas of live event production, including but not limited to audio mixing and amplification, lighting equipment, networking and programming, common staging and rigging practices, use of a manual counterweight fly system, and video equipment, networking and programming.

High degree of accuracy or attention to detail to ensure the error-free success of highly complex, high-profile events.

The ability to create and nurture a culture of exceptional customer service to artists, audience members, and venue users to develop and maintain productive working relationships with artists and crews.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position requires the ability to move heavy objects and to work long hours under potentially stressful conditions with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Writing/research Sample
• Media Presentation

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