Theater Tech & Set Design Lead for Summer Camps

Chinese American International School; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Chinese American International School in San Francisco is seeking a Theater Tech and Set Design Specialist to lead three sequential camp sessions this summer, guiding campers through set building, props, costumes, and backstage support. You will coordinate with Musical Theater staff to ensure onstage and backstage activities align with the performances.

The role includes teaching basic theater production techniques, managing materials and safety protocols, and overseeing lighting, set changes,

Qualifications

• Experience in technical theater, set building, and/or theatrical design.
• Background working with children or in youth-serving educational settings.
• Ability to lead hands-on creative work and manage timelines independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute creative set and prop design in alignment with camp themes.
• Collaborate with Musical Theater Specialists to enhance performances.
• Teach basic theater production and design techniques to campers.
• Manage materials, tools, and safety protocols.
• Oversee performance logistics such as lighting, set changes, and tech rehearsal.

Skills

Technical theater

Set building

Theatrical design

Youth education experience

Job description

Chinese American International School in San Francisco is seeking a Theater Tech and Set Design Specialist to lead three sequential camp sessions this summer, guiding campers through set building, props, costumes, and backstage support. You will coordinate with Musical Theater staff to ensure onstage and backstage activities align with the performances.

The role includes teaching basic theater production techniques, managing materials and safety protocols, and overseeing lighting, set changes,