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University of Portland

Scene Shop Student Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16.80/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Portland, OR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 10 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/18/2026

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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.

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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. Posting Detail Information Posting Number

SE1096-2023

Number of Vacancies Multiple Estimated Start Date 09/11/2025 Open Date 08/18/2025 Close Date 04/01/2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Required Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Contact University of Portland 5000 N. Willamette Blvd Portland, Oregon 97203-5798 503.943.8484 recruitment@up.edu Copyright @ 2023 University of Portland Web Disclaimer