Designer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of scenic construction experience at the collegiate or professional level.
• Demonstrated excellence in scenic carpentry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of shop equipment and rigging equipment, as well as experience using and teaching others to use theatre tools and equipment.
• The ability to read and interpret to-scale ground plans, construction drawings, elevations, and related documents.
• Familiarity with emergency procedures and protocols, along with a working knowledge of first aid and CPR.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a team.
• The ability to work closely with students of varying construction skill levels and a desire to assist students with the proper use of construction equipment.
• The ability to organize, prioritize, multitask, and work quickly and accurately with attention to detail.
• The ability to clearly outline and oversee all steps of the building process with student workers in mind.
• A commitment to collaboration with a spirit of servant storytelling.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to speak to coworkers, guest artists, managers, and students with good judgment, kindness, and clarity.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church.
• Employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre or related field with an emphasis in technical theatre
• Proficiency in Vectorworks or AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate and timely construction and painting of 2-3 main-stage theatre productions per year and the annual Christmas Concert.
• Hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising a crew of 10-14 student employees in the scene shop.
• Generating accurate construction drawings as needed, based on designs provided by the Scenic Designer.
• Maintaining the scene shop tools, supplies, and all inventory.
• Fostering a culture of safety and ensuring safe work environments and practices are observed.
• Establishing and attending scene shop hours, work sessions, technical rehearsals, and dress rehearsals.
• Assisting in purchasing and procurement of scenic materials, supplies, and hardware.
• Assisting the Technical Director, depending on skills and experience, in determining construction methods and materials and solving technical challenges for productions.
• Contributing to the overall success of George Fox University and the Performing Arts Department by performing any additional duties and responsibilities assigned.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Rich employee benefit package
• Free Fitness Center membership
• Free parking