PRODUCTION:
Costume Studio
Costume Studio Manager
Job Description: The Costume Studio Manager works closely with the Costume Studio Supervisor to coordinate work schedules of all Stitchers to ensure smooth operation of the Costume Studio. Minimum of 3 hrs/week scheduled/flex time.
Preferred Skills/Attributes: Experience in sewing, common alterations, and other theatrical costuming techniques; strong leadership and time-management skills; attention to detail; First Aid and Adult CPR certification (provided by the department upon hiring).
Preferred Experience in the Department: At least one (1) year as a Stitcher in the Costume Studio; at least one (1) mainstage production as Wardrobe Crew Chief.
Availability: This position is a one-semester or one-year position, extendable for a second year upon successful reapplication. It is open to students who have completed at least one year at Grinnell College. The student in this position may study abroad and then return to the position afterward (upon successful reapplication).
Costume Storage Coordinator
Job Description: The Costume Storage Coordinator works closely with the Costume Studio Supervisor to supervise and coordinate the movement of all costuming items in and out of the department’s costume storage facilities. The Costume Storage Coordinator enforces the department’s checkout policy for costume items by meeting with individuals and groups who wish to borrow items. He or she also works as a Stitcher in the Costume Studio. Minimum of 5 hrs/week scheduled/flex time.
Preferred Skills/Attributes: Superior organization skills; attention to detail; ability to enforce costume checkout procedures and regulations and communicate the same to members of the campus community; upbeat, enthusiastic attitude; Some experience in inventory organization and management (retail, etc.); experience in sewing, common alterations, and other theatrical costuming techniques; ability to work independently without much supervision; First Aid and Adult CPR certification (provided by the department upon hiring).
Preferred Experience in the Department: At least one (1) year as a Stitcher in the Costume Studio; at least one (1) mainstage production as Wardrobe Crew Chief.
Availability: This position is a one-semester or one-year position, extendable for a second year upon successful reapplication. This position is open to students who have completed at least one year at Grinnell College. The student in this position may study abroad and then return to the position afterward (upon successful reapplication).
Stitcher
Job Description: Stitchers in the Costume Studio perform the majority of the construction, sorting, cleaning, mending, and altering work for costumes of mainstage productions. Stitchers also work as Wardrobe Crew Chiefs, a paid position on mainstage productions. Minimum of 3 hrs/week scheduled time (plus additional hours when serving as Wardrobe Crew Chief).
Preferred Skills/Attributes: Experience in sewing, common alterations, and other theatrical costuming techniques; time management skills; attention to detail; qualification on all Costume Studio equipment (provided by the department upon hiring); First Aid and Adult CPR certification (provided by the department upon hiring).
Preferred Experience in the Department: Some experience working with department faculty and staff members in coursework (especially Theatre 115: Introduction to Stagecraft) and/or productions.
Availability: This position is a one-semester or one-year position, extendable for a second year upon successful reapplication. It is open to students who have completed at least one semester at Grinnell College. Students in this position may study abroad and then return to the position afterward (upon successful reapplication). Extended nighttime and weekend hours required when serving as Wardrobe Crew Chief.
Scene Shop
Properties Storage Coordinator
Job Description: The Props Storage Coordinator is responsible for the organization, coordination, and security of the Theatre Department props storage. This staff member enforces a check-out/check-in system for issuing Theatre Department props to Stage Managers and Directors of mainstage and student-directed productions, as well as to individuals in academic courses or student organizations who may wish to use props for presentations or other work and have obtained written approval from the Department Chair. Attendance at all mainstage Strike calls is required. Minimum of 2 hrs/week flex time (plus 5 Strike calls, 4 hrs each).
Preferred Skills/Attributes: Superior organizational abilities; attention to detail; upbeat, enthusiastic attitude; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to enforce department security policies for props storage areas; some experience in inventory organization and management (retail, etc.); ability to work independently without much direct supervision; First Aid and Adult CPR certification (provided by the department upon hiring).
Preferred Experience in the Department: At least one (1) department-sponsored production as Props Coordinator or (Assistant) Stage Manager; some additional experience working with department faculty and staff in coursework (especially Theatre 115: Introduction to Stagecraft) and/or productions.
Availability: This position is a one-year position, extendable for a second year upon successful reapplication. It is open to students who have completed at least one year at Grinnell College. The student in this position must be studying on campus for the entire academic year.
Scene Shop Staff
Job Description: Scene Shop Staff members work closely with the Technical Director and students in Theatre 115: Introduction to Stagecraft to perform the majority of the construction (primarily carpentry), painting, electrics, and other technical work involved in mounting the department’s mainstage productions. Scene Shop Staff also might be called to participate in mainstage Strike calls. Minimum of 3 hrs/week scheduled time (plus 5 Strike calls, 4 hrs each).
Preferred Skills/Attributes: Experience in carpentry, painting, theatrical lighting technology and/or design; ability to work in confined spaces and lift approximately seventy (70) pounds; prior tool qualification (provided by the department in Theatre 115: Introduction to Stagecraft); First Aid and Adult CPR certification (provided by the department upon hiring)
Preferred Experience in the Department: Theatre 115: Introduction to Stagecraft required; some additional experience working with department faculty and staff members (in coursework and/or productions).
Availability: This position is a one-semester or one-year position, extendable for a second year upon successful reapplication. It is open to students who have completed at least one semester at Grinnell College. Students in this position may study abroad and then return to the position afterward (upon successful reapplication).
