Graduate Assistant Theatre

Peru State College; Chadron, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 9,900 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Chadron State College invites applications for a Graduate Assistant in the theatre department to assist with production design, lighting, and technical operations for the season. Responsibilities include collaborating with faculty, supervising students in the scene shop, and supporting Memorial Hall events with safe use of equipment.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, coordination with art and design teams, and engagement in departmental theatre activities on campus.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree.
• Conditionally accepted or accepted application to CSC graduate program
• Successful background records check
• Work on the Chadron State College main campus

Responsibilities

• Design one or more technical element (set, lights, costumes, props, etc.) for each production in the theatre season (typically 2-4 productions), as assigned by Theatre faculty.
• Attend production meetings and communicate promptly with the production’s artistic director and design team.
• Work with the Theatre faculty and production team to realize all technical elements.
• Assist in the training and supervision of students in the scene shop, costume shop, and lighting lab. Support non-theatre Memorial Hall events through safe and effective use of the Memorial Hall Auditorium and technical equipment.
• Assist in the planning and advertising of Theatre Day and other Theatre events.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Applications received after interviews are scheduled may not be fully considered for this position.

We do not accept references or other application materials from outside credential management organizations. Application materials and references must be submitted through our applicant tracking system.

Graduate Assistants are hired at Chadron State College to assist in meeting the vision and goals established for CSC . Strategic deployment of graduate assistant positions is essential to ensure that limited resources are utilized in a manner consistent with the philosophy of CSC . Graduate assistants provide experiential learning in select areas and to assist the individual in a successful transition to future educational and professional opportunities.

Examples of Work Performed

• Design one or more technical element (set, lights, costumes, props, etc.) for each production in the theatre season (typically 2-4 productions), as assigned by Theatre faculty.
• Attend production meetings and communicate promptly with the production’s artistic director and design team.
• Work with the Theatre faculty and production team to realize all technical elements.
• Assist in the training and supervision of students in the scene shop, costume shop, and lighting lab. Support non-theatre Memorial Hall events through safe and effective use of the Memorial Hall Auditorium and technical equipment.
• Assist in the planning and advertising of Theatre Day and other Theatre events.

Required Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree
• Conditionally accepted or accepted application to CSC graduate program
• Successful background records check
• Work on the Chadron State College main campus

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate major or minor in Theatre or related field
• Experience working safely in a scene shop and installing theatrical lighting equipment
• Experience in scenic, lighting, and/or costume design
• Willingness to assist in all aspects of technical theatre
• Willingness to train and support undergraduate students

Physical Demands

License and Certification Requirements

Other Requirements

Salary Information

Salary Information $5,760 per semester plus tuition waiver (student fees not included)

FTE

0

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Status

Union Status Non-Union

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Number

Posting Number PS1723P

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/24/2026

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

General Information

EEO Statement

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Veteran Statement

Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you conditionally accepted or eligible to be accepted to a Chadron State College Master's Program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you available to work on the Chadron State College campus?
  • Yes
  • No