Theatre Arts, Paint and Prop Shop - Student Assistant

CSUSB•San Bernardino, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Department Chair, the Paint and Prop Shop Student Assistant supports the Scenic Artist/Props Artisan in painting, building, and sourcing props for departmental productions. The position also involves maintaining shop and storage organization, updating the online inventory database, and collaborating with professors, staff, and fellow students to create scenic and prop elements. Student assistants may mentor students learning paint and prop work and participate in lab activities. Work takes place on campus; schedules may vary, and occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support departmental activities and events. The position is part-time, temporary, and seasonal. The anticipated hiring range is $16.90–$17.00 per hour. Applicants must be CSUSB students, meet enrollment and GPA requirements, and be eligible to work in the United States. A background check may be required, and possession of a valid driver’s license may be required.

Requirements

Admission or registration as a CSU student.
Maintain a semester and cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Be enrolled at least half-time at CSUSB: 6 undergraduate units or 3 graduate units; international students must be enrolled full-time: 12 undergraduate units or 6 graduate units.
Be eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to learn and perform assigned work, follow oral instructions, and work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.
Complete all assigned learning modules.
A Social Security Card is listed as a payroll requirement.
Satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required.
Possession of a valid driver's license may be required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to follow instructions, attention to detail, organization skills, and punctuality.
Previous experience working in the paint and prop shop lab on this campus.
Ability to learn quickly and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to multitask.
Being detail-oriented, punctual, and reliable.
Ability to work both in a team and individually.
Interpersonal skills.
Creative and artistic abilities and willingness to get messy.
Demonstrated care and safety practices.

Responsibilities

Assist the Scenic Artist/Props Artisan with painting, building, and sourcing props for departmental productions.
Sweep, move furniture or large set pieces, and lay out designs using precise measurements or other techniques.
Mask areas to be painted; base-paint large areas; mix paint and apply a range of techniques, including wood graining, staining, spray painting, rag rolling, sponge painting, texturing, highlights and shadows, and mural painting.
Use shop products and tools, including sandpaper, glues, electric palm sanders, screw guns, hammers, pliers, measuring tapes, and staple guns.
Perform some sewing.
Clean tools, buckets, paintbrushes, sinks, and other work areas as needed.
Maintain the organization of the Paint and Prop Shop and inventory, including shop and storage spaces and the online inventory database.
Demonstrate care and follow safety practices at all times; use tools, ladders, and chemicals properly and safely.
Complete painting, crafting, building, and organizational tasks for Theatre Arts productions in a timely manner and with competent skills.
Collaborate with professors, staff, and fellow students to create and actualize scenic and prop elements.
Mentor students learning paint and prop work and participate in lab activities.
Assist with Theatre Department events and other needs as assigned.