Scene Shop Lead – Temporary Production Support

Chapman University; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scene Shop Supervisor (temporary) at Chapman University will oversee the Chapman Studios West SceneShop operations, ensuring safety and proper use of power tools while training students and maintaining a compliant workspace.

You will coordinate with Dodge staff and faculty on scheduling productions, supervise students and shop assistants, run safety workshops, and uphold university procedures, policies, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in theatrical, film/TV art department and/or set construction
• 3–5 years of scene shop experience with management responsibilities
• Ability to read and interpret technical/build drawings
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with diverse groups including faculty and students
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite applications

Responsibilities

• Oversee general operations of the CSW Scene Shop
• Supervise student productions in the Scene Shop and enforce proper procedures
• Run safety and training workshops for students using tools
• Supervise student shop assistants and manage student employees

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in theatrical/film art dept or set construction

Tools

ShopBot CNC

Vectorworks CAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Scene Shop Supervisor (temporary) at Chapman University will oversee the Chapman Studios West SceneShop operations, ensuring safety and proper use of power tools while training students and maintaining a compliant workspace.

You will coordinate with Dodge staff and faculty on scheduling productions, supervise students and shop assistants, run safety workshops, and uphold university procedures, policies, and confidentiality.