Theater – Student Employment Office

THE: Student Lead Technician

Sophie Wheeler — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:00:07 +0000

Working closely with Production Assistants, the Student Lead Technician is responsible for building and installing scenery / lighting for performances in the Department of Theater & Dance. The Student Lead Technician leads and oversees projects to completion.

This student works in the Schaeffer Theater, Gannett Theater, Black Box, and Scenic Shop.

THE: Production Assistant

Sophie Wheeler — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:49:57 +0000

The Production Assistant performs a variety of tasks for the Department of Theater & Dance.

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: building scenic elements and props; using carpentry power tools (drills, saws, fasteners, etc.); painting; hanging / focusing and circuiting lighting fixtures; assisting with tech rehearsals and performances as well as set ups for events in our various spaces.

THE: Wardrobe Supervisor

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 14:32:50 +0000

This is a production-specific position (vs. an ongoing weekly schedule), and it is imperative that this student be able to commit to the full schedule of technical rehearsals and performances for the production in question. This commitment is likely to add up to more than 20 hours a week during a very limited period of time.

THE: Social Media Coordinator

Nicholas O'Brien — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:00:57 +0000

The Social Media Coordinator must organize and execute outreach via social media applications like Facebook and Twitter that advances the goals of the department to increase the visibility our work in the local community and in raising awareness of the department to prospective students

The Social Medial Coordinator will create and post regular, if not daily content for the department’s Facebook page, Twitter account, etc. The student will also coordinate messaging with the Department Chair.

The social media coordinator works in a computer based environment and frequently uses the computer and digital photographs.

THE: Student Illustrator/Graphic Designer

Nicholas O'Brien — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:00:30 +0000

The Student Illustrator/Graphic Designer creates posters and other advertising pieces for the Department of Theater and Dance.

Student would be responsible for creating art which would be used in all publicity for the Theater and Dance Department. All art would be the property of �ֲ��ý College. Will work on departmental computers and may be asked to use their own equipment for production purposes.

THE: Theater House Manager

Nicholas O'Brien — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:00:29 +0000

The House Manager handles various tasks pertaining to the efficiency of theatrical performances and the Theater Department.

Specific responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

Run the Box Office
Handle large amounts of cash ($100-$2,000) and do proper accounting
Ticket organization and distribution
Poster distribution on and off campus
Finding, training, and supervision of Student Ushers
Must attend every performance (if there are two workers, they can rotate, but there must always be at least one HM at every show)
Crowd control and audience relations
Coordination of start of show and intermission with TD and SM
Must be prepared to handle emergency audience evacuation (fire, weather, bomb threat, etc.), drunk and disorderly conduct (removal of individual and contact security), enforce fire code laws by keeping aisles clear and prohibiting overcrowding, enforcing departmental policies, and maintaining a pleasant atmosphere for the audience to enjoy the performance uninterrupted
Cleaning of the house following each performance and coordination with custodial services
Completion of all necessary forms/paperwork/reports at conclusion of each production

THE: Costume Stitcher

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 04:00:24 +0000

A Costume Shop Assistant assists the Costume Director in the finding, organization, creation, cleaning and modification of costumes, accessories and other crafts for productions in both Theater and Dance. The Costume Shop is a busy workshop where you will have a variety of tasks and learning opportunities.

Responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:

Assisting in the maintenance of the Costume Stock; Attending fittings to assist and take notes for Costume Director or Costume Designer when needed; Constructing made-to-order garments and altering garments and scenic soft goods or props; Assisting in the maintenance of costumes, including repairs, laundry, shoe polishing, etc. Assisting with Costume Crafting projects.