Senior Scene Shop & Production Supervisor

UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCLA Department of Theater seeks a skilled Scene Shop Supervisor to manage the Scene Shop and coordinate with other production units, ensuring smooth transitions from planning to load-in and strike for all departmental productions. You will organize shop personnel, oversee scheduling, safety, and inventory while collaborating with faculty and the Technical Director on timelines and quality standards.

You may assist with occasional facilities maintenance and must be able to work flexible

Qualifications

• Plan, organize and supervise theatrical productions in an educational/professional setting.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment and safety practices for technical theater production.
• Manage equipment, space, staff and budget resources.
• Complete tasks independently and under time constraints.
• Collaborate with students, faculty, staff and guest artists effectively.
• Explain facilities, equipment and operations to individuals and groups.
• Demonstrate knowledge of scene shop supervision and safety, including structural integrity.
• Prioritize staff duties to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours (nights/weekends/holidays).
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specs for scenery and props.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; basic Vectorworks knowledge.
• Work at heights and operate power tools safely.
• Knowledge of safety precautions with power tools and industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with automation, innovative tech and theatrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Scene Shop operations for production transitions from planning to load-in and strike.
• Organize scene shop personnel, scheduling, workflow and timelines.
• Supervise scene shop use, security, and maintenance.
• Manage construction spaces, inventory, and related spaces and tools.
• Collaborate with design faculty, Technical Director and department leadership.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks with quality standards.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance across shop activities.

Skills

Staff management

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

Reading drawings

Scenic construction

Engineering knowledge

Budgeting

Team leadership

Problem solving

Coordination

Quality control

Time management

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

The UCLA Department of Theater seeks a skilled Scene Shop Supervisor to manage the Scene Shop and coordinate with other production units, ensuring smooth transitions from planning to load-in and strike for all departmental productions. You will organize shop personnel, oversee scheduling, safety, and inventory while collaborating with faculty and the Technical Director on timelines and quality standards.

You may assist with occasional facilities maintenance and must be able to work flexible