Theatre Scenic Shop Technician: Build & Install Sets

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS invites applications for a Student Hourly position in Scenic Construction within the Department of Theatre and Dance. You will assist with construction, installation, and safety to support departmental productions and learning opportunities for students.

This role emphasizes teamwork, practical craftsmanship, and adherence to safety procedures, with duties distributed as 80% scenic construction and 20% shop maintenance.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in scenic construction, theatric safety protocols, and production environments, as indicated on application materials.
• Experience with standard hand and power tools used in scenery construction, as indicated on application materials.

Responsibilities

• 80% - Assist with the construction, assembly, and installation of scenic elements for departmental productions.
• 20% - Maintain a clean, safe, and organized scenic shop and production work environment.

Skills

Scenic construction experience

Theatrical safety protocols

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

The University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS invites applications for a Student Hourly position in Scenic Construction within the Department of Theatre and Dance. You will assist with construction, installation, and safety to support departmental productions and learning opportunities for students.

This role emphasizes teamwork, practical craftsmanship, and adherence to safety procedures, with duties distributed as 80% scenic construction and 20% shop maintenance.