STUDENT: Scene Shop​/Theatre

Title: STUDENT:
Scene Shop/Theatre

VP Area: VP for Academic Affairs

Department: School of Arts & Humanities

Position Compensation: $11.80 per hour

Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Position Summary: To assist the Theatre Department in constructing and deconstructing sets, as well as maintaining the scene shop between productions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Construct sets using various building materials
• Use a variety of power and art tools and apply many techniques to build set details
• Maintain and organize the scene shop between productions
• Assist in tearing down the set after a production
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned
• All employees serve as ministers of the gospel by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:

• Must be willing to work with, or learn to work with power tools
• Able to follow direction and ask for help when unclear on responsibilities
• Able to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment with specific deadlines
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, doctrinal statement, and declaration of Christian community

Key

Skills:

• Independent & teamwork:
  Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality:
  Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational skills:
  Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency:
  Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & verbal communication:
  Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & initiative:
  Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Flexibility:
  Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Background check:
  Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

Work Environment: The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.