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East Haven Public Schools

Set Designer/Lead Builder - Drama

East Haven Public Schools, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06512

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Position Type: Support Staff/Lighting & Sound Technician

Date Posted: 7/17/2025

Location: East Haven High School

Date Available: 08/26/2025

Closing Date: 08/01/2025

Set Designer/Lead Builder

The individual will work alongside drama club directors to a concept, create, and craft sets to be used in EHHS drama club productions (plays and musicals.)

The individual must be proficient in the use of power tools and carpentry.

The required tasks will include: Sketch out set plans, using hand-rendering or computer software. Write a proposal for materials and cost for production of the set by the first week of rehearsal. Work with director(s) to select the furniture, wall coverings, floor coverings, and large props to be used in the set. Lead student and parent volunteers in construction and set painting. Make changes to set as necessary in coordination with the director(s). Ensure the stage is properly set up by a specific time before production coordinated with the director(s). Analyze stage entrances and exits to ensure the set is situated properly. Attends at least 5 rehearsals (coordinated with director(s)) to ensure crew members and actors properly use the set. Ensure the set and stage is properly broken down and disposed of after use with volunteers.

Stipend Pay: $1,750 Disclaimers

The job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Connecticut requires that any person (teachers, administrators, special service staff members, teachers' aids, custodians, cafeteria employees, etc.) who is hired by a local or regional board of education submit to a state and national criminal history record check within the first 30 days of the date of employment. The process includes the checking of fingerprints by the State Police bureau of Identification and the F.B.I. The results of the criminal history record checks (both state and federal) are reported to the employing school district. If the district receives notice of a conviction of a crime by a person holding a certificate, authorization or permit issued by the State Board of Education, the district shall notify the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development.

East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.