Job Description
Theatre Technical Assistant Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Location: Geneva, NY
Open Date: Sep 12, 2024
Description Working closely with the Technical Director / Resident Designer and Theatre Department Chair, this
position assists with the technical theatre operations of McDonald Theatre in the Gearan Performing
Arts Center and Williams Studio Theatre including set construction, lighting, sound, and necessary
maintenance of equipment and theatre facilities. The Theatre Technical Assistant also supports the
Technical Director / Resident Designer in the supervision and mentoring of Stagecraft lab students and
student workers.
Essential Responsibilities: 1. Train, supervise, and/or mentor Stagecraft lab students, student technical crews, and scene
shop student workers.
2. Assist with set construction and other design areas as needed for HWS Theatre productions.
3. Train, supervise, and/or mentor THTR 900 Theatre Production students who are working on
faculty-directed productions in technical theatre roles. This may include stage managers,
assistant stage managers, light board operators, sound board operators, projections operators,
run crew, etc.
4. Attend technical and dress rehearsals, performances, and strikes for faculty-directed
productions as needed.
5. Assist with upkeep and basic maintenance of shop and theatre spaces.
6. Provide technical support for additional Theatre Department events beyond the faculty-directed
productions. Examples may include guest artist performances, works-in-progress events from
Theatre classes, other special events in McDonald Theatre or Williams Studio.
Other Information: The position is a part-time, 15-20 hours/week, 25 weeks/year, non-exempt position. Hours are
generally in the mornings or afternoons but occasional work on evenings or weekends may be
required. Pay rate range is $20.00/hr -$30.00/hr.
Qualifications Associates or bachelor's degree in Theatre or related field, or equivalent combination of
education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equipment
used in a theatre scene shop and/or construc;on.
Prior training and/or experience in theatre technical production is preferred.
Experience in safely operating in a scene shop (or woodshop). This includes working with power
tools, the ability to read and understand shop drawings, and knowledge of basic math skills
required for measuring and cutting.
Commitment to scene shop safety protocols.
Willingness to be trained on equipment and procedures.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings, as
production needs dictate.
Ability to work well with others, especially unskilled students is essen;al.
Strong communication skills and willingness to take initiative.
Highly reliable, flexible, and adaptable.
Valid driver's license, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfortable working at safe heights.
The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other
cultures or backgrounds is required.
Familiarity with campus environments or similar educational settings is advantageous.
Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit Hobart and William Smith Colleges are committed to providing a non-discriminatory and harassment-free educational, living and working environment for all members of the HWS community, including students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors. HWS prohibits discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities on the basis of age, color, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and other forms of sexual misconduct including stalking and intimate partner violence, and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature.
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About Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Hobart and William Smith Colleges are a future-focused liberal arts and sciences institution led by a faculty of accessible teacher/scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. Founded as two institutions - Hobart for men and William Smith for women - today's Colleges enjoy the exponential benefits of shared resources and combined spirit. Both maintain their own traditions, deans and athletic programs but together share a single administration, faculty, campus and curriculum. Located in Geneva, N.Y., a small, diverse city in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, the Colleges have an enrollment of approximately 1,800 students, and offer undergraduate, pre-professional and graduate programs. Students complement broad, interdisciplinary study with hands-on learning experiences made possible by a constellation of centers for experience, action and thought.
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