Scene Shop Specialist - T142

Posting Details Position Information Position NumberT
142

Position Title Scene Shop Specialist - T142

Division Academic Affairs Department
420610 - Theatre and Dance Department

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in theater or a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accredited by the University of South Alabama and two years of theater scenery construction and operations experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess an understanding of set and lighting design and drafting of scenery which requires the use of various hand tools.

The University of South Alabama's department of Theater and Dance is seeking to hire a Scene Shop Specialist.

These are the job duties required of the position.

• Serves as Technical Director for assigned productions.
• Plans, coordinates, designs and supervises the technical production elements for Theatre USA productions.
• Designs scenery, lighting, and/or sound as needed.
• Supervises and mentors student designers, technicians, and shop workers in accordance with the Department of Drama and Theatre Arts technical theatre curriculum.
• Assists in the design, construction, installation, operation, and strike of production elements.
• Manages production workloads to ensure successful completion within the department's six-week production schedule.
• Maintains production budgets.
• Maintains inventories and orders materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensures compliance with university and industry safety standards within all theatre and shop spaces.
• Coordinates production activities with faculty, staff, guest artists, and student crews.
• Maintains production documentation.
• Performing other production duties as assigned by the Department Chair or supervisor.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
08/25/2026

Job Close Date Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days Varies

Working Hours Varies

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary Temporary

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