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Careers @ The Lied
Careers @ The Lied
Thank you for your interest in joining the Lied Center for Performing Arts team. We encourage you to review our current openings and explore our website to learn more about Nebraska’s home for the arts!
Available opportunities are listed below, but for most positions, all interested applicants must apply through the University of Nebraska employment website.
Position is responsible for Lied Center lighting systems operations and maintenance, advance event/show planning, and scheduling. Responsibilities include direct operation and supervision of lighting services serving as the light expert for the Lied Center and training staff in the proper set-up and operation of lighting system. Position oversees production aspects of events/show presentation (including Lied season and rental events) and technical needs for outreach activities at Lied and in other venues and work as stagehand for assigned events. Work takes place in many areas of performance venues including stages, auditorium, control booth and offices, loading and storage areas, scene shop, wardrobe room, lighting catwalks, stage rigging and flyloft and mechanical equipment rooms when assigned. The position ensures the proper training of production staff adherence to all applicable Health and Safety policies and practices. Travel with events and transport staff and equipment to events outside Lied Center, serving as driver when needed. Occasionally work at heights up to 80 feet. Work as production area specialist and fill in for stagehands when needed either at the Lied Center or at other venues used by the Lied Center.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Bachelor’s or equivalent professional education/experience considered. Bachelor’s degree, plus three years’ professional theatrical production experience required; extensive professional production experience considered in lieu of degree. Additionally, experience should include four years’ experience in maintenance, operation and supervision of the operation of large theatrical lighting systems, including intelligent light design/operation; four years’ experience designing lights in large theatrical venues; and experience with “road house” operations and management. Must have experience training staff in the operation of lighting systems and basic design practices. Knowledge of technical aspects of large multi-use performance venues and applicable safety regulations essential. High level computer skills necessary. Proficient in use of Lightwright (version 4 or 5), Vectorworks drafting software and AutoCAD and/or other similar lighting design programs. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Prefer five years’ theatrical production experience and five years’ lighting design in a similar professional venue and programming; knowledge and experience working with Broadway and dramatic theatre, dance, classical/pop music and opera; experience working with/supervising IATSE stage crew; excellent time and labor management skills; and positive attitude. Experience with more than one area of production management: rigging, audio, and/or carpentry with ability to work across departments desirable. Candidates are encouraged to share a portfolio of their lighting design work and lighting experience.
Natalie Stroud, Associate Executive Director
nataliestroud@unl.edu
Based on events, includes nights, weekends, & holidays.
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Please download application here, complete and return it to liedhr@unl.edu
Directs the Lied Center’s communications and promotion strategy across digital content, media relations, public relations, and audience development to increase visibility, deepen community engagement, and achieve ticket sales objectives. Creates compelling, mission-driven content to maximize sales and engagement across digital, email, social media, and press channels. Develops and executes monthly and quarterly strategies for integrated communications and public relations campaigns to promote season performances, arts education initiatives, rental activities, and institutional priorities.
Builds and maintains strong relationships with media, campus partners, community organizations, and key stakeholders, including Friends of Lied, to expand reach and support advocacy efforts. Identifies and implements strategies to attract and grow new and diverse audiences across art forms.
Collaborates closely with the Deputy Director and Lied Center leadership to align communications strategies with revenue goals, maximize ticket sales, and strengthen patron engagement. Manages non-paid marketing partnerships, trades, and collaborative promotions.
Oversees internal and campus communications to ensure alignment and clarity of messaging.
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
- Bachelor’s degree in arts management, communications, public relations, public administration, marketing or related field including fine arts education or business, plus two years of media/public relations or developing digital content and campaigns experience; equivalent education/experience considered
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and effective public and community relations skills essential.
- Knowledge of computer applications and planning required.
- A portfolio that clearly demonstrates digital content development
- Master’s degree in arts management, communications, public relations, public administration, marketing, or related field including fine arts education, or business
- Successful track record of being responsible for increasing organizational awareness and media coverage
- Audience development experience or other background in performing arts
- proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience in institutional budget development and management
- Experience developing and executing integrated communications or marketing campaigns within the performing arts, nonprofit, higher education, or live entertainment industries.
- A strong portfolio of content development work, including writing samples and campaign examples across multiple channels that reflect the ability to create compelling, audience-focused messaging that drives engagement and sales.
- Experience leveraging data and analytics to inform content strategy, evaluate campaign effectiveness, and continuously improve results.
- Experience supervising or mentoring staff, interns, or student employees, with a commitment to fostering collaboration and professional growth.
- Familiarity with CRM systems, ticketing platforms, or audience databases (such as Tessitura or similar systems) and their integration with marketing and communications efforts.
Natalie Stroud
nstroud2@unl.edu
Occasional evenings & weekends based on events
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