Stagecraft Assistant, Department of Theatre and Film *Sessional*

at  University of Winnipeg

THIS IS A SESSIONAL POSITION RUNNING FROM MID-SEPTEMBER – END OF APRIL

The Department of Theatre and Film at UWinnipeg is hiring a full-time sessional Stagecraft Assistant. The department produces several productions and events each year, operates a theatre and rehearsal space, and manages and maintains specialized equipment. These activities are designed to offer students an opportunity to complete graded coursework while gaining practical work experience.
Please note, a sessional position is a continuing position which is subject to seasonal lay-off.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years completed in an undergraduate university degree program with an emphasis in stagecraft and theatre production.
• Training in the use of shop equipment and power tools in a theatrical context.
• Knowledge of WHMIS materials and procedures.
• Experience in shop equipment maintenance is not required but would be an asset.
• Welding experience is an asset but not required.
• Two years of experience with shop equipment in a theatrical context may be accepted in lieu of specific training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Ability to deal with suppliers in a professional manner.
• Ability to work with and oversee students in a lab setting.
• Ability to follow direction.
• Ability to learn and acquire new skills efficiently.
• Ability to work competently with hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong time management skills are essential.

• Assisting the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor in preparing for labs.
• Assisting with set ups, moves, and checking equipment for use.
• Preparing materials for the current group of students.
• Assisting the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor in managing and overseeing student activities in labs.
• Demonstrating and monitoring the safe use of shop tools and safe handling of materials.
• Assisting students in the interpretation of drawings and plans to execute production tasks.
• Conducting occasional labs independently when necessary.
• Observing, recording, assessing, and advising the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor about student productivity in labs.
• Assisting the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor in constructing some elements of scenery for public exercises.
• Assisting with the regular maintenance of the shop and equipment.
• Researching, ordering and arranging delivery of supplies under the direction of the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor.
• Anticipating, planning and working with the Production Coordinator and the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor to ensure lab and productions supplies are available for the student use.
• Preparing for student lab activities in the shop.
• Assisting in planning for all production scenic requirements.
• Assisting the Technical Supervisor/Stagecraft Instructor in selecting, packing and transporting required materials and tools off-campus to the Gas Station Theatre and other venues if necessary.