Scenic Charge Artist / Adjunct Faculty, Theatre Design and Production

Shenandoah University; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah Conservatory is seeking a full-time Scenic Charge Artist to manage paint shop operations and support theatre productions. This role includes teaching responsibilities and collaboration with faculty and students, ensuring high-quality scenic design and art for performances.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Flexible Hours

Qualifications

• Experience in scenic design and art for theatre productions.
• Ability to manage paint shop operations and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee paint shop operations for various productions.
• Collaborate with faculty and students on scenic art.
• Teach one course per semester as adjunct faculty.

Skills

Scenic Design

Collaboration

Mentoring

Safety Management

Education

Degree in Theatre Design or related field

Tools

Paint Shop Equipment

Job description

The Shenandoah Conservatory is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the newly created position of Scenic Charge Artist and adjunct faculty member in the Theatre Design and Production program. This is a full-time, 12-month staff position with benefits, requiring evening and weekend work, a current driver license, and the ability to work at heights and stand for long periods.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director for Performances and Engagement and collaborating with Theatre Division faculty, the Scenic Charge Artist supports the general operation and production needs of the Conservatory. The focus is on scenic design and scenic art for the Theatre Division, Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre (SSMT), guest artist performances, and other university events.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee and manage year-round paint shop operations supporting various productions and events.
2. Collaborate with faculty, guest artists, designers, and students to provide scenic art and staffing support for multiple productions and performances.
3. Serve as Scenic Designer or mentor students in design, including two Theatre Division productions annually and the Holiday Gala.
4. Act as Scenic Charge Artist or mentor student Paint Charge for all Theatre Division and SSMT performances and other events.
5. Manage paint shop operations, logistics, and safety, including hiring, training, and supervising staff and students.
6. Establish and maintain paint shop hours in collaboration with faculty, supervise staff, and ensure safe practices.
7. Maintain tools, equipment, and shop organization, and track the shop budget.
8. Provide technical support for special events as needed.
9. Teach one course per semester (Introduction to Drawing, Introduction to Design, or Scenic Art) as adjunct faculty.
10. Participate in recruitment, retention, production meetings, auditions, and related activities.