Scene & Paint Shop Support - Federal Work Study Only

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Job Type

Part-time, Temporary

Description

You must be Federal Work Study eligible to apply for this position. You can determine if you're eligible by logging into the financial aid portal. If, after checking the portal, you still have questions, please reach out to the Stephens College Financial Aid Office at finaid@stephens.edu. Thank you!

The Conservatory is seeking reliable student workers to assist in the scene and paint shop. This position supports the construction, painting, and preparation of scenery and stage elements for departmental productions. Candidates will have an interest in technical theatre, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn new skills in a collaborative environment.

Learning Opportunities: This position provides hands-on experience in technical theatre and may be of particular interest to students pursuing careers in design, stagecraft, scenic art, or production management.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the construction of scenic elements using wood, metal, fabric, and other materials
• Perform scenic painting including priming, base coating, texturing, and detailed paint work under supervision
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the shop and storage areas
• Safely operate power tools and hand tools after proper training
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE
• Help load in and strike scenery for productions
• Assist with inventory, materials organization, and general shop upkeep
• Support other technical theatre tasks as assigned by supervisors

Requirements

• Enrolled as a current student at the Conservatory and work study eligible
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate with team members and maintain a safe working environment.
• Willingness to follow instructions and learn new techniques
• Dependability and punctuality are essential
• Physical ability to lif.t to 50 lbs and perform manual labor