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There are opportunities for casual student employment within the Faculty of Fine Arts and in the community throughout the year. Check back often for opportunities to find casual work.
Faculty of Fine Arts Employment Opportunities
Student Monitor - Photography
The Faculty of Fine Arts invites students with experience in digital and analogue photography to apply for the part-time, casual position of Photography Student Monitor. Reporting to the Head Art Technician and Photography Workshop Coordinator, the Photography Student Monitor provides invaluable peer-to-peer support for students working on projects in photography for the remainder of Fall 2025 and the Winter 2026 Term. This position will:
- Assist students with film and digital cameras, light meters, studio lighting, and related equipment, addressing technical questions as they arise on a case-by-case basis.
- Support a range of photographic processes - from analogue and inkjet printing, digital scanning, photo-editing, and studio lighting setups.
- Assist students making prints in the darkroom, offering advice on using the easel, exposure, contrast and other print variables.
- Foster a collaborative, creative, safety-conscious workshop environment.
- Ensure that the photography and studio spaces are used safely and cleaned after each use.
The Photography Student Monitor will be expected to work shifts during the day, evenings and weekends, during periods when students require a high level of support, up to 10 hours per week during the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters.
Rate of pay: $22.00/hour
Students may apply to this position by sending in a resume, cover letter, and class schedule to art@uleth.ca. Preference will be given to students who have completed Photography Studio I (formerly Photo Arts I), or its equivalent.
Art Studios - Student Assistants
The Art Studios, located in the Centre for the Arts, are dedicated to the creation of artworks in areas of photography, printmaking, sculpture, drawing, painting, digital fabrication, among other mediums. Art studio student assistants provide general shop and studio maintenance support. Tasks include, but are not limited to: studio and workshop upkeep, cleaning, maintenance, painting, material prep. ect.
Experience Required:
- Art studio facility experience and familiarity
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work quickly, have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work under tight project deadlines
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions, and willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to lift weight up to 50 lbs
- Safety footwear
- Completion of Safety Checklist, including acknowledgment of SWP Manuals, Hazard Assessments, and WHMIS training
Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
University Theatre - Box Office Assistants
Applications for Fall 2025 are being accepted now.
Box Office Assistants are scheduled to sell tickets at the Box Office window, 12:30pm - 3:30pm Monday through Friday and for all evening and weekend shows. Box Office assistants often work as Front of House supervisors and will also take care of bar and concession during intermissions in the lobby.
- Good customer service experience
- Excellent availability weekday afternoons (must be available at least 2 afternoons a week from 12pm - 4pm inclusive) and good availability evenings and weekends of our events
- Knowledge and appreciation for performing arts
- Ability to learn quickly, have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work with urgency and accuracy in a fast-paced sales environment
- Pro-Serve Training required (certification provided if you don't have it, but you'll be required to complete it)
Rate of pay - General Clerk 1 AUPE
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
We are looking for enthusiastic, helpful, and positive individuals with some customer service experience and good availability to join our team!
Theatre Front of House Staff - Ushers
Front of house applications for Fall 2025 are being accepted now.
- Good customer service experience an asset
- Positive Attitude
- Good availability for evenings and weekend work (ushers generally work from 6:30pm until the end of the performance or presentation)
Rate of pay - $16.00/hour
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
We are looking for enthusiastic, helpful, and positive individuals with some customer service experience and good availability to join our team!
Costume Shop Student Assistants – Theatre Operations
The Costume Shop, located in the Centre for the Arts is a busy workshop dedicated to costume construction for Fine Arts programs, including Department of Drama Mainstages, Department of Music Opera Workshop, and other programming. Costume shop student assistants provide support with cutting, sewing, assembly, and costume maintenance.
Experience Required:
- Costume shop experience an asset
- Excellent demonstrated skills in machine and hand sewing, cutting, and quick repair and alterations
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to learn quickly, have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work under tight project deadlines
- Completion of Safety Checklist, including acknowledgment of Standard Operating Procedures, Hazard Assessments, and WHMIS training
Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
Scene Shop Student Assistants – Theatre Operations
The Scene Shop, located in the Centre for the Arts is an active facility dedicated to the construction of scenery and props for theatre productions, including the Department of Drama Mainstages and other programming. Scene shop assistants provide support with construction projects, paint applications, shop upkeep, cleaning, and maintenance.
Experience Required:
- Scene shop experience an asset
- Experience safely and comfortably operating scene shop power tools
- Ability to read and work with measuring tapes and tools with accuracy and efficiency
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work quickly, have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work under tight project deadlines
- Ability to lift weight up to 50 lbs and work at heights
- Safety footwear
- Completion of Safety Checklist, including acknowledgment of Standard Operating Procedures, Hazard Assessments, and WHMIS training
Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
Theatre Technical Student Assistants – Theatre Operations
The University Theatres, located in the Centre for the Arts include the University Theatre, Recital Hall, David Spinks Theatre and associated performance and rehearsal spaces. Theatre technical student assistants provide assistance with stage setups, light hangs and focus, light construction work, and occasional sound setups.
Experience Required:
- Experience working in a theatre or as part of a performance or event crew is an asset
- Knowledge of standard safe working practices, equipment operation, and correct lifting techniques
- Demonstrated experience taking direction and working safely in teams
- Ability to work quickly, have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work under tight project deadlines
- Ability to lift weight up to 50 lbs and work at heights
- Safety footwear
- Completion of Safety Checklist, including acknowledgment of Standard Operating Procedures, Hazard Assessments, and WHMIS training
Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour
The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
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Young Canada Works
Young Canada Works (YCW) offers young Canadians the opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in the workplace.
Through job and internship programs, students and graduates can put their skills to the test, build career equity, earn an income and get started on the right career path. The YCW program creates approximately 2,300 job opportunities per year in the fields of heritage, arts, culture and official languages.
Violinist and/or Cellist Needed
Date: November 1, 2025 @ 2-3:30pm
We are looking for the following pieces to be played:
- Young and Beautiful by Lana Del Rey
- Anything classical that can be played while waiting for the processional (Clair de Lune, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, really just any calm and chill classical string music) and for after until 3:30pm while waiting for the cocktail hour to start.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please email Carrigan at carrigan.dawson@uleth.ca
Call for Drama Students – Haunted House Performance (Paid Opportunity)
The Fine Arts Representative and Students’ Union are hosting a Haunted House at the Zoo Ballrooms on October 30th and are looking for 8–10 Drama students (First come-First serve) to participate as actors and crew members!
Details:
- 🕒 Time: 5–8 PM on October 30th
- 💰 Compensation: $50 + light snacks provided
- 🎭 Roles: Acting (improv, character work, jump-scares), set/props, makeup, and front-of-house (guest greeting, line management, character interaction)
- 📍 Location: Zoo Ballrooms, U of L Campus
This is a fun and collaborative opportunity to showcase your performance skills, gain production experience, and connect with other Fine Arts students!
Interested?
Email Kavindu Sumanasena at kavindu.sumanasena@uleth.ca with:
- Name
- Program/Year
- Role interest (Actor / Makeup / Set/Props / Front-of-House)
- Availability on October 30th
Find additional external opportunities on our Professional Development page and Volunteer page.
Town of Coalhurst Council Swearing-in Ceremony
Performers are needed for the Town of Coalhurst's Council Swearing-in Ceremony on Monday, October 27. There will be a public event at the Coalhurst Community Centre (527 50 Avenue) from 6-8 p.m. (program to start at 6:30 p.m.).
This event formally recognizes the incoming Council, where they officially swear their oaths. As part of the evening, local entertainment will be featured, through either a short choral or drama performance (approx. 5 minutes each), with a suggested theme around teamwork or working together (if possible). Organizers are also seeking someone who would be willing to sing O Canada. And are able to pay a small stipend for your time.
Any interested performers should contact the organizers as soon as possible, and by October 22 at the very latest. There will also be holding a rehearsal of the event during the day on October 23, should any group be able to participate. Please note, this rehearsal is not mandatory to attend.
Contact: Melissa Turner: communityrelations@coalhurst.ca