Scene Shop Supervisor - Theatre and Dance

TAPP Film; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Southeast Missouri State University is seeking a Scene Shop Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the scene shop and supervise production-related activities for campus theatre.

The role requires experience in carpentry, rigging, and related technical fields, with responsibilities spanning construction, installation, maintenance, and safety. A flexible schedule is expected to support production timelines.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience leading shop staff or students.
• Strong communication and training abilities.
• Ability to plan, organize, and meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the scene shop.
• Oversee construction of scenery, rigging, sound, electrics, painting and welding.
• Coordinate or supervise properties for all main stage productions.
• Assist in planning and organizing projects.
• Maintain shop machinery and manage inventory.
• Assist with scenery installations and strikes.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Excellent communication

Organizational/time mgmt

Collaborative skills

Train students

Irregular hours willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

About the Department

Scene Shop Supervisor

Jeanine Larson Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Dance

Full-Time; 10-month renewable Professional Staff position

Primary Responsibilities

• Each year, from July 15 to May 15
• Manage the daily operations of the scene shop
• Oversee and participate in construction of scenery, stage rigging, sound engineering, electrics, scene painting, and welding
• Coordinate or supervise coordination of properties for all main stage productions
• Assist in planning and organizing projects
• Conduct routine general maintenance, provide upkeep of shop machinery, and provide inventory management
• Assist with scenery installations and strikes of all conservatory production

Position Duties

• High School Diploma and 5 years professional experience as a carpenter, stagehand, and/or other mechanical/technical field OR Bachelor’s Degree and significant professional experience as a carpenter, stagehand, and/or other mechanical/technical field
• Ability to read construction drawings and interpret scene designers’ works
• Demonstrated rigging, electrical, sound or other mechanical/technical skills
• Experience in properties or woodworking
• Experience or desire to learn various techniques of scene painting
• Experience or desire to learn welding
• Ability to follow proper usage of shop equipment and enforce safety standards
• Demonstrated supervisory skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability and willingness to train students of various levels of proficiency
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong collaboration skills, working with professional staff and faculty
• Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours
• Ability to adhere to strict production schedule and meet deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by November 13, 2026. The position is available immediatelyand will remain open until filled.

Other Qualifications

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

SEMO Fast Facts

• SEMO Strategic Action Plan
• Department Website: Theatre & DanceBenefits

Benefits

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Agency Information

Agency InformationEmployerSoutheast Missouri State UniversityAddress

1 University Plaza

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701

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