Designer and Scenic Artist

The Designer and Scenic Artist works alongside the team of theatre professionals to provide at least ten productions within the academic year as part of a fully programmed season. The Designer and Scenic Artist will take full design responsibility for the set design for at least eight of these productions, making and painting the sets and work collaboratively with our Head of Wardrobe/Costume Designer on the costume design.

All members of the department work on all productions. This role is key in effectively delivering the artistic and creative teams' vision to the stage. It entails detailed collaboration with directors, colleagues and students, working on a wide range of plays and styles, in a variety of performance spaces. The ability to lead, develop and enthuse a team of students, to remain calm and focused under pressure, to meet deadlines and have flair and a creative approach to design is essential.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Benefits Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College's sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties Designing, painting, making and dressing sets for productions in the Main House Theatre, Caccia Studio and other spaces across the school;
Providing production design advice for all directors;
Working collaboratively with the Head of Wardrobe/Costume Designer on the costume designs for each production;
Working with the Director of Drama and Head of Production on the practicalities of construction before finalising a design;
Identifying any extra support required to construct sets, and working with the Head of Production and Director of Drama to source that support;
Operating within the constructional, budgetary and health and safety constraints of the theatre as set by Director of Drama and/or Head of Production;
Providing detailed specifications, scaled ground plans, white-card and fully-finished models and working drawings as required;
Sourcing scenic materials, props and furniture for all productions designed;
Meeting production deadlines;
Advising on the design of sets and props for productions in other College venues including but not limited to Independent plays and curricular drama productions;
Alongside the Head of Wardrobe/Costume Designer, supervising the work of the Scenic Artist on a day-to-day basis, and overseeing their design work on the productions where they act as the lead Designer;
Working closely and sharing skills with the Assistant Designer;
Co-ordinating the student led stage management of Main House and Studio shows, alongside the rest of the theatre team;
Motivating, guiding and working with students on painting techniques and the stage management of shows;
Supervising students working in the Farrer Theatre and Caccia Studio and other College venues used for performance;
Ensuring that all College health and safety and security procedures are observed;
Maintaining and encouraging good housekeeping practices throughout the theatres along with the rest of the creative team;
Assisting with fit-ups and get outs as part of the theatre team;
Supporting the Head of Theatre Studies in a non-teaching capacity in the delivery of the academic programme;
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