Theater Production Lead

The Department of Student Engagement seeks a part-time Theater Production Lead for the Shapiro Campus Center Theater (SCC Theater). The SCC Theater is home to several student performance organizations and hosts numerous student productions each year. The Theater Production Lead will oversee shop safety, tools/machinery, set building, and the stage including theater production, lights, and rigging. The position also assists in the supervision of the Theater Assistants, a team of student employees who are trained on the equipment and help maintain safety during reservations.

This position requires an average of 10-15 hours per week from August-May. This is an hourly, part-time position set at $22/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Required.

• Theater background with experience in theater carpentry, stage/production management and/or technical direction.

• Preferred skills: translating designs into technical drawings; scenic construction; managing and maintaining scene shop; management of audio, video, and lighting equipment 

• Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours, including rehearsals and tech weeks. This position will require shop hours that fit the availability of student employees.

• Ability to work independently, identifying resources and making independent decisions

• Ability to complete physical tasks, and perform some heavy lifting (Up to 30 Pounds)

• Must be organized, dependable, reliable, and have a pleasant and professional attitude

Duties include but are not limited to

• Supervise student production builds and check builds for safety

• Monitor the condition of shop and stage equipment, monitor inventory, and recommend upgrades/updates as needed

• Assist in audio, video, and lighting operation and troubleshooting

• Provide guidance to student leaders and the Theater Assistants on theater and build safety. Recommend, provide, and oversee safety training as needed.

• Regular meetings with the Assistant Director of Student Engagement Operations

• Other duties as assigned

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, equity and inclusion are important values at Brandeis today and always have been for they are rooted in our founding as an institution. These values serve as a reminder for self-reflection, and a continuous call to grow for us as Brandeisans.  Founded as a model institution for ethnic and religious pluralism, Brandeis University welcomes students, faculty, and staff of all nationalities, religions, and orientations.  Moreover, social justice is central to the mission of Brandeis, which endeavors to foster a just and inclusive campus culture that embraces the evolving diversity of our larger society.  Read more online about our Mission and Diversity Statements at Brandeis Mission and Diversity Statements.

If you are interested in a role and have relevant experience but your work history does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we nevertheless encourage you to apply.

Closing Statement

Brandeis University is committed to providing its students, faculty and staff with an environment conducive to learning and working and where all people are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, caste, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law.