This position will work in support of all the operations of the Performing Arts Center, including in the scene shop constructing and painting set pieces for theatre, dance, and musical productions as well as assisting as a stagehand. Training will be provided. This position will work 20-25 hours a week. Schedule may include evenings and weekends based on the Performing Arts Center's event schedule.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have all Financial Aid paperwork complete and on file with the EMCC Financial Aid office, be eligible for Federal Work Study and enrolled for Fall 2023/Spring 2024
Special Notes:
FAFSA must be submitted for the 23/24 academic year prior to applying. Our department will check to ensure you are eligible for Federal Work Study.
25% - Constructing set pieces for theatre, dance, and musical productions.
25% - Painting set pieces for theatre, dance, and musical productions.
25% - Work as a stagehand on productions.
15% - Daily shop operations: (cleanup of work areas, putting away tools, and maintaining a clean shop space for all students, staff, and faculty.
5% - Assists the PAC Manager in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all users of EMCC’s performing arts facilities. Enforces applicable health, safety policies and regulations as established by the PAC Manager.
5% - Performs other duties as assigned.
Prior experience with power tools or scenic design is preferred, but not required. In all cases, an interest and a willingness to learn new techniques is required.
This position will frequently work in low-light environmnets and/or around loud noises. Personal protective equipment is provided.