Scenic Fabrication Specialist - Theatre Production

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Performing Arts Production Specialist for the School of Theatre in University Park, PA. The role supports Centre Stage by fabricating, installing, and maintaining scenery, props, and production elements to enrich student experiences and performances.

Collaborative work with students, faculty, and production teams is essential in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Occasional weekend work is required due to events in the theatre schedule.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience building scenery in a scene shop setting.
• Ability to independently fabricate wood and metal scenic elements from shop drawings using industry-standard techniques, tools, and practices.
• Candidates must also be able to lift up to 75 pounds regularly, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Execute the construction and fabrication of set pieces for theatrical productions and events.
• Coordinate and oversee fabrication projects.
• Generate and update inventory and inspection lists related to materials and equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance and storage of props, scenery, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with building related laws and regulations, health, safety, and fire codes.
• Teach, supervise, mentor, and coach students and/or part-time workers in collaboration with students, faculty, and/or community members in the support of classes, productions, and performance.
• Occasionally transport, assemble, inspect, and install production items.
• Maintain safe operation, training, and storage of a variety of machinery and equipment.

Skills

Scenery fabrication

Woodworking

Metalworking

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CNC router tables

Counterweight rigging systems

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Performing Arts Production Specialist for the School of Theatre in University Park, PA. The role supports Centre Stage by fabricating, installing, and maintaining scenery, props, and production elements to enrich student experiences and performances.

Collaborative work with students, faculty, and production teams is essential in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Occasional weekend work is required due to events in the theatre schedule.