Shea's Performing Arts Center

Audience Services Coordinator

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Buffalo New York

Salary: Neg Per Hour



Essential Functions

  • Work a minimum of three days per week of a Broadway engagement in addition to performance-based rentals throughout each month.
  • Meet with the Director of Operations/House Manager/Front of House Manager/Manager of Events & Hospitality prior to the Volunteer arrival time to review any necessary performance information.
  • Be the liaison between Spotlight/Usher Volunteers and House Manager/Front of House staff
  • Encourage Volunteers to assist with pre-show work, primarily stuffing playbills, concession stand preparations, etc.
  • Oversee Volunteer placement to make sure there is adequate coverage for each level of the theatre before, during and after the performance, as well as at intermission.
  • Manage the activities in your assigned lobby and auditorium space during performances, lending a hand in other areas when needed.
  • Facilitate any Holds as determined by the show.
  • If possible, assist with concession sales to expedite transactions at candy counters. Work with Volunteers to restock during Act I and after intermission.
  • Help facilitate a positive experience for Patrons, resolving any issues or concerns as they arise, contacting the House Manager if necessary.
  • Work with the Volunteers to see that any patron issues are resolved in a timely manner. Any significant issues must be relayed to the House Manager.
  • Always be aware of surroundings (inside and outside of the theatre) and work to maintain a safe and clean environment for patrons, volunteers and staff addressing issues immediately as they arise.
  • Should an emergency arise, assess the situation and provide all information to the House Manager and wait for instructions on how to react. Keep calm until a plan is issued. Complete required incident reports.
  • At the end of the evening debrief Volunteers–inquire about any patron issues that took place during the performance so the house manager can provide details in performance reports.
  • Attend and assist at the annual volunteer education session.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Assist in any ticketing issues and report to the box office.
  • Other projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in Customer Service strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to think on your feet and resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to delegate tasks accordingly.
  • Able to climb stairs
  • Agree to be trained by Shea’s in CPR, First Aid, AED and bloodborne pathogen management

Job Overview

Posted Date: 07 Nov 2024

Location: Buffalo New York

Salary: Neg Per Hour

Company Information

Shea's Performing Arts Center

Name: Shea's Performing Arts Center

Web: https://www.sheas.org/

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