PART-TIME SCENIC DESIGNER: SUPERVISING CARPENTER FOR THE THEATER DEPARTMENT
On-siteAlexandria, Virginia, United States
Alexandria, Virginia, United StatesOn-sitePart Time
Part Time
Job Summary
Oversee construction requirements for school productions by supervising students and all implements in the scene shop. Facilitate the safe use and training of construction equipment while prioritizing a clean, safe working environment. Provide training to students and the Information Technology staff, alerting them of space modifications. Read and interpret theatrical ground plans, construction drawings, lighting plots, and schedules to manage project timelines. Work afterschool and some Saturdays to coordinate logistics and equipment transport.
Required Qualifications
- MFA/BFA in Technical Theater or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred
- Knowledge, training and skill in organizing and managing construction
- Experience with work on managing and working on teams and committees, including work with project management software like Redbooth
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Facilitate the safe use and training of construction equipment and construction techniques in the scene shop
- Ability to read, understand and draft theatrical ground plans, construction drawings, lighting plots and schedules
- Documented experience and knowledge in all technical aspects of live theater
- Valid driver's license to transport equipment for service or use
- Work will be afterschool and some Saturdays
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with basic electrical work is a plus
- Experience and skills in design are a plus
- Experience with the following software is a plus: ProTools, QLab, Vectorworks, Sketchup, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro
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