Independence, KS30+ days ago
Maintaining primary oversight and leadership of construction of sets, scenery, and props for Theatre productions, including active management of the scene shop, costume loft, lighting booths, and backstage areas; Collaborate with fellow artists on the William Inge Theatre Festival as a valued member of the resident staff of the William Inge Center; Oversight of all aspects of technical theatre in production and run; Fostering a shop and classroom environment that advances access, equity, and inclusion; Mentoring student staff, technicians, and crew members with a student-centric approach aimed at providing opportunities to develop student skill, independence, and agency; Producing quality scenery, sets, and props that complement and support theatre by assisting the director in the development of productions; Managing the department's scenic and properties shop(s) and workflow constructing, transporting, loading-in, and striking of sets for production season including an array of smaller productions for theatre, music (instrumental and vocal) and visual art, and other events on campus as identified by need and opportunity; Leading and training student crews in the building and construction of scenery and props for the season of shows; Coordinating the safety of all cast members and crews throughout all phases of scenery construction and installation; Working with various internal and external individuals and groups to ensure proper use, care, maintenance, and safety of departmental facilities and production spaces; Ensuring the production of scenic and prop elements remains on schedule through rigorous organization and planning to meet production deadlines; Attending design and production meetings as required; Working within professional networks and organizations beyond the institution; assisting with recruiting and retention efforts for the department in order to grow and sustain the Technical Theatre track; Participating in at least one institutional standing committee as part of service to the college; Contributing to the overall success of the Arts & Humanities Division by engaging in appropriate professional development and community service. Teaching undergraduate courses in design, technology, construction, management, and general theatre and providing appropriate assessment as per college policy; · Develop and provide written course syllabus with classroom policies, procedures, grading guidelines, and learning outcomes.