Stage Assistant
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Under the direction of faculty and supervisory staff, stage assistants will prepare costumes for special projects and performances, arrange wig and makeup design for productions. This includes working in the costume shop and may include cutting, draping and building of costumes and the application and preparation of make-up and wigs for EOT productions and special projects.
Requirements
- One year related experience.
- Knowledge and/or familiarity with all stage equipment.
- Awareness of safety at all times.
- Good communication and concentration skills.
- Ability to read and write English, and to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to lift items up to and including 25 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and creation of make-up, wigs and costuming for Eastman productions.
- Assembling and arranging equipment, props related to costuming on stage for each production prior to and during the performance.
- Clean up and tear-down and proper storage of props and costumes, wigs, etc. at completion of production.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
