Job DetailsJob Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building - Brooklyn, NY 11217Position Type: Part-TimeSalary Range: $20.24 - $20.24 HourlyJob Category: General ManagementBrooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) seeks friendly, polite and enthusiastic people to work part-time as Theater Ushers for mainstage performances for our upcoming season.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To assist theater guests by handing out programs, bringing guests to their ticketed seats and directing guests to other locations (bathrooms, concessions), answering various questions, pointing out the nearest exits, restrooms, etc
To ensure the safety of the audience during events
Qualifications
Customer service experience is helpful, ability to provide friendly and polite customer service is a must
MUST be able to work evenings and weekends, sometimes past 11:00 pm
Works well with others and is a team player
Any applicants under age 18 must obtain their Student General Employment Certificate (AT-19) and appropriate paperwork from their school indicating that they may work later than 10pm
Working Conditions:
4. Medium Work
This role is on-site and cannot be conducted remotely.
Requires the ability to climb stairs, stand throughout performances
Ability to lift to 20 pounds
Compensation:
This position is part-time, seasonal, non-exempt
The compensation for this position is $20.24 per hour (4 hour minimum in most cases)
Eligible for Sick and Safe Time and Paid Hours Off
Application Instructions:
Must complete an online application through BAM's website - no phone calls, emails, or walk-ins, please. Applications not submitted by the deadline of March 8, 2026, may not be considered.
Brooklyn Academy of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non-inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Theatre Management team supports and continues to take part in this process.
