Scene Shop Administrator
About The Position
Administer the daily operations of the Scene Shop. Supervise the construction, load-in, and strike of productions. For larger productions lead the backstage crews ensuring smooth technical operations during technical rehearsals and performances. Attend production meetings as needed. Oversee troubleshooting and maintenance on Scene Shop equipment and maintain inventory of tools, equipment and shop supplies. Ensure tools and equipment are in safe and proper working order; train all users of the shop in safe work practices and ensure proper safety measures are followed at all times. Supervise the full-time Theatre Technician and student employees.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Technical Theatre or Performing Arts
- 2+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination. Must include experience with theatrical productions, administering budgets, and supervising staff.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of industry, local, and national safety standards.
- Ability to read and draft designs, schematics, construction blueprints, and plans.
Responsibilities
- Administer the daily operations of the Scene Shop.
- Supervise the construction, load-in, and strike of productions.
- For larger productions lead the backstage crews ensuring smooth technical operations during technical rehearsals and performances.
- Attend production meetings as needed.
- Oversee troubleshooting and maintenance on Scene Shop equipment and maintain inventory of tools, equipment and shop supplies.
- Ensure tools and equipment are in safe and proper working order; train all users of the shop in safe work practices and ensure proper safety measures are followed at all times.
- Supervise the full-time Theatre Technician and student employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
