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Student Employee - Shop Hire: Theatre Scenic - Fall 2026
Job Description
Duties Include:
Act in various capacities that include, but are not limited to: Scenic Designer Scene Painter Paint Charge Scenic Artist Assistant Scenic Designer Carpenter Set Builder Welder Draughtsperson Digital Artist Help build, paint, and dress sets for the Mainstage productions Organize the props loft and storage closet Maintain the paint room and metals storage Maintain the lighting closet and lighting storage Assist with lighting calls Be able to correctly reweigh the fly system Understand, explain, and use fly rail call-outs Assist in Strike for every Mainstage Assist in the load-in and load-out of any traveling Mainstages Be able to read build plans Help close the shop If needed, attend the transitions rehearsal to help actors understand a complicated setEducation:
UCM enrolled studentExperience:
No technical prior experience required; however, t he safety aspect of the carpentry and lighting shop is the most important knowledge to hold. Before applying, research fly rail terms, etiquette, and tool names.Working Hours and Days:
M-F 8-5, some SaturdaysCareer Insights for Set / Exhibit Designer
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What they do
A Set or Exhibit Designer designs display booths or exhibits for museums, galleries or trade shows. Develops drawings and plans to accommodate the specific space, lighting and temperature requirements of materials to be exhibited; builds or supervises building of exhibits. Designs stage sets and scenery for performances, primarily for live theater performances, or sets for filmed performances or for events such as press conferences. Works with directors and producers to plan props and materials needed for a show.
$59,610 / year median in Missouri
-5% projected decline