| Location: Bloomington Department: IU Bloomington Theatre & Drama Position Announcement: Scenic Studio Supervisor
Indiana University – Bloomington College of Arts & Sciences Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance Appointment: 12‐Month, Academic Specialist/Non‐Tenure Track Expected Start Date: August 1, 2023
Announcement: Seeking a highly organized, technically proficient Scenic Studio Supervisor with operational leadership skills to contribute to the teaching and training of undergraduate and MFA graduate students. This 12-month full-time position works in collaboration with the Prop and Paint Supervisor managing scenic studio employees and the scenic area builds for all department productions including the summer. Ideal candidate is expected to share a commitment to academic theater, the mission of the department, and a dedication to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the scenic studio and the department. We enthusiastically encourage women, LGBTQ, non-binary, and BIPOC individuals to apply.
Basic Qualifications: BFA or MFA in technical direction for theatre. At least three-years' professional experience in scenic construction within an educational or professional theatre environment. Comprehensive knowledge (or a commitment to increase proficiencies) of carpentry, metalwork, CNC, theatrical rigging, fabrication, and OSHA safety standards.
Responsibilities Include: - Provide rough and finish carpentry guidance/training to students of varying levels of experience.
- Serve as a primary point person for the monitoring of quality and execution of work during production builds.
- Organization, maintenance, and upkeep of the scenic studio, theatres, tools, and storage locations.
- Maintain budget and procurement of building materials.
- Cultivate an environment of trust and an overall healthy studio environment
- Cover Letter – please include how you would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Link to Professional Portfolio Website or PDF of relevant technical documentation (if available)
- Three Letters of Recommendation – including names and contact information
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
Basic Qualifications: Basic Qualifications:
BFA or MFA in technical direction for theatre. At least three-years' professional experience in scenic construction within an educational or professional theatre environment. Comprehensive knowledge (or a commitment to increase proficiencies) of carpentry, metalwork, CNC, theatrical rigging, fabrication, and OSHA safety standards. Department Contact for Questions: Questions can be sent to Cindi Severance at smithcin@indiana.edu
OAA #: IU-100271-2023 Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track |
