Theatre Arts, Paint and Prop Shop - Student Assistant

California State University, San BernardinoSan Bernardino, CA
$17 - $17Onsite

About The Position

Paint and Prop Shop Student Assistants will assist the Scenic Artist/Props Artisan. Must be willing to work with hands to paint and build and pull props for departmental productions. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Sweeping, Moving furniture or large set pieces, Lay out designs using precise measurements, or other techniques as needed, Apply masking to the area to be painted, Base paint large areas, Paint mixing and color theory, Various painting techniques such as wood graining, staining, spray painting, rag roll, sponge painting, texturing, highlight and shadow, mural painting, etc., Using products and tools such as sand paper, glues, electric palm sanders, screw guns, hammers, pliers, measuring tapes, staple guns, etc., Some sewing, Cleaning tools, buckets, paintbrushes, and sinks, etc., Organizing shop spaces, and storage spaces, as well as adding to our on-line inventory data base., Work with professors, staff and fellow students in creating and actualizing scenic and prop elements., Mentor other students learning paint and prop work and participate in lab activities.

Requirements

  • Ability to learn and perform assigned work; follow oral instructions; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; communicate effectively with all levels; and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.
  • Admission or registration as a CSU student.
  • Maintain a 2.0 G.P.A. or greater per semester and cumulative.
  • Students must be enrolled in at least halftime units at CSUSB (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate)
  • International students must have full-time enrollment at CSUSB. (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate)
  • Eligible to work in the United States
  • Payroll Requirement: Social Security Card

Nice To Haves

  • Able to follow instructions, have attention to detail, organization skills and be punctual
  • Previous experience working in the paint and prop shop lab on this campus is preferred.
  • Ability to learn quickly and complete assignments in a timely manner
  • Ability to multitask
  • Be detail oriented, punctual and reliable
  • Ability to work both in a team or individual environment
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate creative and artistic abilities as well as willingness to get messy
  • Must demonstrate care, and safety at all times
  • Must use tools, ladders, and chemicals properly and safely
  • Must complete all assigned learning modules

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the continued organization of the Paint and Prop Shop and inventory
  • Demonstrate care, and safety at all times
  • Clean brushes and buckets, etc. as needed with minimal guidance.
  • Complete painting, crafting, building, or organizational tasks relating to TA productions in a timely manner and with competent skills.
  • Additional duties as needed to assist Theatre Department events and needs.

Benefits

  • Student Employment Anticipated Hiring Range: $16.90 - $17.00 per hour.
  • The compensation offered will consider internal equity and experience among other factors.
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