Job Description
Musical Theatre Accompanist #T00774
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must apply online.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.
Please Note: Temporary hourly employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis, and temporary salaried employees are paid monthly. Temporary positions are not eligible for state sponsored benefits but may qualify for ACA coverage depending on employment terms.
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
temp hourly248P
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Classification Title
Musical Theatre Accompanist
Working Title
Musical Theatre Accompanist #T00774
Department
School of Stage & Screen
Salary Range
$27.77/hour
Posting Information
The Musical Theatre Accompanist will assist the Musical Theatre faculty in production rehearsals, program auditions, and playing in the pit as needed during productions. Candidates should possess exceptional piano skills, specifically in relation to musical theatre, have a strong background in musical theatre, and have intimate familiarity with the production process. This position requires frequent night time availability, as this is the daily time frame most often used for the rehearsal and performance process.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should possess exceptional piano skills, specifically in relation to musical theatre, have a strong background in musical theatre, and have intimate familiarity with the production process.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Text
Open Date
05/28/2026
Close Date
08/01/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply online.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.
Please Note: Temporary hourly employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis, and temporary salaried employees are paid monthly. Temporary positions are not eligible for state sponsored benefits but may qualify for ACA coverage depending on employment terms.
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Credential Verification
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EOE
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents Optional Documents - Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of references
Supplemental Questions
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Are you a current WCU student enrolled in 6+ credit hours?
Job Tags
Bi-weekly pay, Hourly pay, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Night shift