| Working Title | Scene Shop Coordinator |
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| Department | School of the Arts |
| Compensation Title | Coordinator, Theatre Arts/ Scene Shop |
| Position Number | 30011553 |
| Position Status | Regular |
| Work Schedule |
8:15 am – 4:30 pm
May require some evening or weekend work. |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Months per Year | 12 |
| Commitment to Inclusive Excellence |
Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.
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| Purpose of Position |
The Scene Shop Coordinator works closely with the Technical Director to manage and maintain all facilities and equipment for all theatrical productions. The Coordinator also works closely with the Scenic Designer to service and execute designs for the construction of all scenery for Theatre & Dance productions and special events. Additionally, the Scene Shop Coordinator monitors the rental of theatre spaces/equipment and serves as the on-site representative as needed for rental events.
The Scene Shop Coordinator establishes, teaches, and enforces safety procedures which include abiding by OSHA standards, maintenance of equipment, and cleaning and organizing the scene shop, furniture/props storage, and paint shop. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace for their employees.
The Scenic Shop Coordinator’s role is to promote the safety and health of all faculty, staff, and students working in our spaces by setting and enforcing standards; providing training for students; establishing partnerships with local stage unions and scenic houses; and encouraging continual process improvement in workplace safety and health in the school’s spaces, shops, and backstage areas. |
| Primary Responsibilities |
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| Qualifications |
Bachelor’s degree in technical theatre, theatre design, or related field.
Five years of professional experience or Masters Degree in Theatre and 2 years of professional experience.
Stage carpentry, welding, rigging, ability to read and understand construction drawings, regular equipment maintenance practices, as well as electrical, pyrotechnic, or sound equipment skills as needed. This role must comply with and understand OSHA standards and regulations, as well as practices developed by USITT. Application review will begin 9/27 |
| Minimum Education | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Preferred Education | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Minimum Experience | 5 years |
| Salary | Minimum $20.67/hr |
| Pay Grade | S69 |
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2024S2089 |
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| Job Open Date | 09/13/2024 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Quick Link | https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14193 |
| Is this an internal only posting? |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest level of education?
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree or higher
- * Why are you interested in this position?(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- References
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