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UO
University of Portland
Scene Shop Student Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
Job Title Scene Shop Student Assistant
Department Performing & Fine Arts
Terms and Hours Approx. 8-14 hrs/wk
Job Category Student Employment
Hourly Wage Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($16.80)
Job Summary The Theater Program has limited employment opportunities in the Scene Shop to help build scenery and props, assist with lighting and sound, and provide general production assistance for theater productions and events. First year students, non-majors, and those with carpentry experience are encouraged to apply. Additional training will be provided as needed. Core Duties Be part of the team of students who builds, assembles, and strikes each set all while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for fellow shop workers and other theater collaborators.
Maintain a safe work environment, only using tools you have been trained in and watching out for possible hazards for both you and others in the theater.
Build scenic elements as assigned by the technical director.
Paint scenic elements as assigned by the technical director.
Hang and focus lights for each production, including attending 3 evening calls per semester.
Operate hand and power tools to construct and deconstruct scenery.
Measure, cut, and assemble scenery from construction drawings.
Hang and circuit lighting and sound equipment.
Help maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces.
Other relevant tasks as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Team player
Interest in set building
Comfortable working at heights, kneeling, bending, lifting, etc
Willingness to problem-solve and collaborate with a team Preferred Qualifications Previous carpentry experience welcome
Previous painting experience welcome
Previous lighting experience Physical Requirements This is a physical demanding job, with lots of time spent working on your feet, bending over or squatting, and using tools.
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