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Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202
Fall Play Set Design
Job Description
JobID:
19839Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Activity Sponsor Date Posted:
8/5/2026Location:
Plainfield South High School Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
Until Filled Salary:
Placement on the appropriate schedule of the Negotiated Agreement for Extra-Curricular assignments.Description:
Provide effective leadership and supervision in activities and events for the students. Organize and supervise after-school meetings, keeping accurate attendance records. Effectively lead students to plan and execute activities and events.Position overview:
The Fall Play Set Design Sponsor oversees the planning, design, construction, and safe implementation of all scenery and stage elements for the high school musical. This sponsor mentors students in theatrical design and technical theater while ensuring that all set pieces meet safety, budgetary, and production requirements.Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Administration, Director, and other sponsors to develop the overall visual concept of the play
- Guide students in creating set designs, sketches, models, and build plans
- Ensure designs align with the script, director's vision, and performance space limitations
- Attend technical rehearsals and performances as required
- Address set-related issues during rehearsals and shows
Construction and Technical Oversight:
- Supervise students during set construction, painting, and installation
- Teach proper use of tools, materials, and theatrical construction techniques
- Ensure all scenery is structurally sound, safe, and compliant with school and other safety policies
- Coordinate load-in, scene changes, and strike of the set
Student Leadership and Education:
- Instruct and mentor students in set design, carpentry, painting, and stagecraft
- Promote teamwork, responsibility, and creativity among stage crew members
- Assign and oversee student roles