Scene Shop Coordinator

Scene Shop Coordinator

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The Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) invites applications for a Scene Shop Coordinator to provide skilled manual labor in support of the Department of Theatre’s scene shop operation. The Scene Shop Coordinator will also serve as a professional mentor to students and supervise students in the course of their work in the scene shop.

• Supervise groups of students of various skill levels
• Maintain safe working practices with students working and/or studying in the scene shop
• Perform skilled manual labor (carpentry, welding, painting)
• Clean, organize, and perform minor repair and preventative maintenance of the scene shop
• Respond promptly to work requests in area of expertise

• Effective communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, collaborative-minded
• High school diploma or GED with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience; an undergraduate degree in Theatre field is preferred
• Relevant experience in a specialized area of scene shop operation (e.g., Paint Charge, Prop Charge, Lead Carpenter)
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and expert understanding of hand and power tools
• General knowledge of at least three of the following: carpentry, welding, painting, theatre scene shop, theatre sound and lighting equipment
• Reliable and independent worker with supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a diverse population

Reports to the Senior Scene Shop Coordinator.