German Theater Set Designer – Summer on-site, Lodging & Meals

Middlebury College; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Meal plan included

Access to campus facilities

Insurance available

Job summary

Middlebury College's German Summer Language School in Vermont seeks a full-time stage designer/set builder to create and install basic, movable designs for two productions this summer (July 1–August 15, 2020).

Work closely with directors and technical staff; responsibilities include on-site building of one set and rapid adaptation to changes, with lodging, meals, and campus access provided. Insurance and facilities access are included.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native German language required.
• Working proficiency in English.
• At least two productions as lead designer/builder; portfolio required.
• Ability to work under high pressure and respond to short-notice changes.
• Ideally experience with theater in an educational context.

Responsibilities

• Design and build basic, movable set designs for two summer productions.
• Collaborate closely with directors and technical staff throughout the process.
• Build one set on site and support transitions during tech rehearsals.
• Participate in on-campus life and adhere to the School's program guidelines.

Skills

Native German speaker

English proficiency

Lead designer/builder experience

Work under pressure

Educational theater experience

Job description

Middlebury College's German Summer Language School in Vermont seeks a full-time stage designer/set builder to create and install basic, movable designs for two productions this summer (July 1–August 15, 2020).

Work closely with directors and technical staff; responsibilities include on-site building of one set and rapid adaptation to changes, with lodging, meals, and campus access provided. Insurance and facilities access are included.