Student Employee - Shop Hire: Theatre Scenic - Fall 2026

Act as mentors to those involved in the following THEA courses: Stagecraft, Production Practicum, Theatre Practicum.
Duties Include:

Act in various capacities that include, but are not limited to:

Scenic Designer
Scene Painter
Paint Charge
Scenic Artist
Assistant Scenic Designer
Carpenter
Set Builder
Welder
Draughtsperson
Digital Artist

Help build, paint, and dress sets for the Mainstage productions
Organize the props loft and storage closet
Maintain the paint room and metals storage
Maintain the lighting closet and lighting storage
Assist with lighting calls
Be able to correctly reweigh the fly system
Understand, explain, and use fly rail call-outs
Assist in Strike for every Mainstage
Assist in the load-in and load-out of any traveling Mainstages
Be able to read build plans
Help close the shop
If needed, attend the transitions rehearsal to help actors understand a complicated set
Education:

UCM enrolled student
Experience:

No technical prior experience required; however, the safety aspect of the carpentry and lighting shop is the most important knowledge to hold. Before applying, research fly rail terms, etiquette, and tool names.
Working Hours and Days:

M-F 8-5, some Saturdays

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