Scene Shop Manager
Marquette, MITemporary$40–43K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Northern Michigan University’s Department of Theatre & Dance seeks a Scene Shop Manager to manage daily scene shop operations and support scenery construction and implementation for department and Wildcat Performing Arts Academy productions. The manager supervises student workers, hired artists, and volunteers; collaborates with faculty, staff, and student designers; and trains students in theatrical craftsmanship and shop safety. The schedule is traditionally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend work.
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Position Title: Scene Shop Manager Department: Theatre & Dance Term of Assignment: Term **Term End Date, If Applicable: **December 20, 2028 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt = overtime eligible Work Schedule: Traditionally Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional evening and weekend work required. Salary: Targeted Salary Range: $40,160-$43,100 Travel: Less than 10% ### Brief Statement of Duties Brief Statement of Duties: Responsible for managing the daily operations of the scene shop and supporting the construction and implementation of scenery for all productions within the Department of Theatre & Dance (NMU TD), inclusive of the Wildcat Performing Arts Academy (WPAA). Supervise student workers, additional hired artists, and volunteers while maintaining a safe and professional work environment, and collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and student designers to realize scenic elements for NMU TD & WPAA academic-year and summer productions. Play a vital role in training students in theatrical craftsmanship and shop safety while helping the department maintain efficient and industry-aligned production processes. ### Minimum Qualifications Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Discipline/Degree Area: Required Specialized Training/Certifications: Required Minimum Work Experience: One year of carpentry and/or scenic construction experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties: Working knowledge of theatre and scene shop safety practices. Proficiency in scenic construction techniques, including wood and metalwork. Familiarity with safe operation of power tools, pneumatic tools, and welding equipment. Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills. Adaptability and creative problem solving skills. ### Additional Desirable Qualifications Additional Desirable Qualifications: Degree in Theatre, Technical Production, or a related field. Experience teaching undergraduate classes. Experience mentoring and supervising student crews in a production or academic environment. Experience collaborating with production staff in an educational or professional theatre setting. Knowledge of working drawings and theatrical rigging. Prior involvement in youth or educational arts programming. Other **Special Instructions to Applicants: **Submit application, cover letter, resume and references. This position is not currently available for sponsorship. Contact Information: Erica Jean, HR Generalist, 906-227-1087 NMU is an equal opportunity employer.
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