Harvard-Westlake School seeks candidates for the position of Middle School Theater Technician. This is a part-time, hourly position beginning in late August 2026 through early June 2027.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Middle School Theater Technician provides technical support for performing arts events and school functions. This role supports lighting and sound operations, assists with production needs, and helps guide student crews in a collaborative educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sound and/or lighting systems for performing arts events in the 840-seat Saperstein Theater and the 100-seat Katzenberg Black Box Theater
• Provide technical support for school-wide events, including guest speakers, parent programs, and administrative events
• Assist in supervising and supporting student crews during rehearsals and productions

Qualifications

• Strong background in technical theater
• Knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in a theater environment
• Experience with ETC Eos family lighting systems, basic networking, and stage electrical systems
• Experience in sound reinforcement for live performance, including digital audio mixing consoles and audio networking
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a production team
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Schedule

This is a part-time position working as needed for productions and events. The schedule will be coordinated with the Technical Director. Typical hours include weekday rehearsals from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (until 7:00 p.m. for some dress rehearsals), occasional Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and evening events from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Approximately 10–15 hours per week can be expected, depending on the production and event schedule.

Compensation

Anticipated hourly rate: $32–$40 per hour, based on experience.

About Harvard-Westlake School

Harvard-Westlake is an independent school with two campuses in Los Angeles and approximately 1,600 students enrolled in grades 7–12. Classes for grades 7–9 take place on the Middle School campus in the Holmby Hills neighborhood, while grades 10–12 are housed on the Upper School campus in Studio City. A third campus, River Park, focused on athletics and recreation, is scheduled to open in Fall 2026.

We are dedicated to fostering a community of belonging and to advancing diversity and inclusion across all aspects of school life. We seek educators and staff who demonstrate a commitment to inclusive practice and to fostering a community of belonging; who have the ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively in a dynamic environment with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds; and who exemplify professionalism, openness, and generosity in their interactions with students and colleagues..

Equal Employment Opportunity

Harvard-Westlake School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.