Student Accompanist
 University of New Mexico | |
$22.00 - $22.50 Hourly
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 United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque | |
| 1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map) | |
 Jan 15, 2026 | |
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Requisition IDreq35474
Working TitleStudent Accompanist Pay$22.00 - $22.50 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentTheatre and Dance (652A) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeWork-Study StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date1/26/2026 Position SummaryThe Theatre and Dance Department is seeking a trained accompanist to assist with our Contemporary Dance classes. This accompanist will provide Dance students the opportunity to train to and get accustomed to moving to live music. This student accompanist will work with the class instructor to provide the correct rhythms and needed sounds for each class. Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Qualifications -Prior experience and training with a percussion instrument is mandatory. -Ability to perform live and coordinate with the rhythm of the dancers in class. -Ability to accompany each Contemporary class that requires live music. -Ability to adapt and shift music types depending on what each dance piece needs. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through Please apply and attach resume. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. | |