Rochester Institute of Technology
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RIT is seeking a collaborative, dynamic, and experienced theatre carpenter and technician to serve as the Scene Shop Supervisor for the School of Performing Arts (SPA) in the College of Liberal Arts. Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the scene shop, supporting all School of Performing Arts (SPA) productions and ensuring a safe and educational working environment. Assist in the startup of a brand new scene shop in the forthcoming state-of-the-art 750-seat Music Performance Theater (MPT) at RIT. Manage all aspects of scenic construction, supervision of student employees, and maintaining tools, equipment, and inventory. Support production load in and load out of scenic elements across all SPA productions and general changeover of the MPT as needed. Work safely around power tools, CNC machinery, ladders and lifts, and with electricity. Be comfortable with and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and working at heights up to 50 ft. Night and weekend availability is required as needed in support of event production. Education/Experience
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience: BA or BFA in Technical Theater or related technical field. 4+ years of experience in scenic construction, scene shop management, or related experience. Skills
Ability to establish priorities and work independently Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Experience serving in a management role in a production department or scene shop at a theater or related field Demonstrated creative judgment, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail Strong ability to lead a student team and collaborate with guest and resident designers and renters Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities while handling multiple projects concurrently Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all groups and individuals Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a technical theater or scenic design-related field Experience with CNC programming and operation Working knowledge of event production in stage operations, audio, lighting or video departments Certifications such as ETCP Rigging, Dante Level I-III, OSHA 10 Hour Training Knowledge of Deaf culture, American Sign Language (ASL), or willingness to learn Prior experience in a higher education setting Department/College Description
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Area
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Employment Category: Fulltime Staff Job Function
Staff Job Function: Wage Band $18 - $30 Hourly/Salary Minimum
$18 Hourly/Salary Maximum
$30 How To Apply
To be considered for this position, apply at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/ Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information, visit RIT’s overview and rankings page and the benefits page for employees. RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-871225b554ed07479d0f7704751eef9e Seniority level
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Join to apply for the
Scene Shop Supervisor
role at
Rochester Institute of Technology . Job summary and responsibilities follow. Job Summary
RIT is seeking a collaborative, dynamic, and experienced theatre carpenter and technician to serve as the Scene Shop Supervisor for the School of Performing Arts (SPA) in the College of Liberal Arts. Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the scene shop, supporting all School of Performing Arts (SPA) productions and ensuring a safe and educational working environment. Assist in the startup of a brand new scene shop in the forthcoming state-of-the-art 750-seat Music Performance Theater (MPT) at RIT. Manage all aspects of scenic construction, supervision of student employees, and maintaining tools, equipment, and inventory. Support production load in and load out of scenic elements across all SPA productions and general changeover of the MPT as needed. Work safely around power tools, CNC machinery, ladders and lifts, and with electricity. Be comfortable with and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and working at heights up to 50 ft. Night and weekend availability is required as needed in support of event production. Education/Experience
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience: BA or BFA in Technical Theater or related technical field. 4+ years of experience in scenic construction, scene shop management, or related experience. Skills
Ability to establish priorities and work independently Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Experience serving in a management role in a production department or scene shop at a theater or related field Demonstrated creative judgment, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail Strong ability to lead a student team and collaborate with guest and resident designers and renters Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities while handling multiple projects concurrently Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all groups and individuals Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a technical theater or scenic design-related field Experience with CNC programming and operation Working knowledge of event production in stage operations, audio, lighting or video departments Certifications such as ETCP Rigging, Dante Level I-III, OSHA 10 Hour Training Knowledge of Deaf culture, American Sign Language (ASL), or willingness to learn Prior experience in a higher education setting Department/College Description
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Area
Employment Category
Employment Category: Fulltime Staff Job Function
Staff Job Function: Wage Band $18 - $30 Hourly/Salary Minimum
$18 Hourly/Salary Maximum
$30 How To Apply
To be considered for this position, apply at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/ Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information, visit RIT’s overview and rankings page and the benefits page for employees. RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-871225b554ed07479d0f7704751eef9e Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Higher Education
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