STUDENT: Scene Shop/Theatre

University of Northwestern - St. Paul • Minnesota, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the Theatre Department in constructing and deconstructing sets, as well as maintaining the scene shop between productions. The role requires a willingness to learn and work with power tools, the ability to follow direction, and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with deadlines. As a faith-driven community, employees are expected to actively partner with the University to disciple students and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers.

Requirements

• Must be willing to work with, or learn to work with power tools
• Able to follow direction and ask for help when unclear on responsibilities
• Able to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment with specific deadlines
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

• Construct sets using various building materials
• Using a variety of power and art tools and applying many techniques to build set details
• Maintain and organize the scene shop between productions
• Assist in the tear down of the set after a production
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned
• Serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed