Scenic Production Assistant
About The Position
PBS Wisconsin, a service of Wisconsin Public Media, is hiring a Scenic Production Assistant to build the studio sets and props seen in its television productions. This is a carpentry-focused, hands-on role: most of the work involves framing, cutting, assembling, and finishing scenic elements in the shop, then installing and striking them in the studio or on location for special events. Beyond the build itself, this position collaborates with the lead scenic designer to plan, design, and furnish productions. Keeps tools, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and accurately inventoried, using the existing inventory database.
Requirements
- Hands on carpentry experience
- Ability to read plans
- Ability to build scenic or theatrical elements
Nice To Haves
- Experience creating construction drawings for designs
Responsibilities
- Assist in building, installing, and taking down scenic sets and props for studio and remote productions and events.
- Keep the scene shop and storage areas clean, organized, and free of clutter
- Maintain accurate inventories and records of scenic equipment and properties
- Other scenic and production-related responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
