Theatre/Technical Crew Student Employee

Overview :

The Theatre / Technical Crew Student Employees provide support for Performing Arts Center shows, events, and classes. Students will be trained on : construction and painting techniques for theatrical scenery, industry standards for instillation, operation, and maintenance of lighting, audio, and film / video equipment, and setting up risers, chairs, and music stands.

Additional opportunities are available for Event Staffing and Backstage Crew. This is an excellent opportunity for hands on learning in a group environment.

Campus Location : Des Plaines

Length of Employment :

Fall 2024, with possibility of renewal

Can a student do homework in this position?

Sometimes

Hours available :

Monday- Friday : 11 : 00 AM- 5 : 00 PM, but flexible night and weekend hours are available when running events).

Schedule Flexibility :

Evening and weekend hours will fluctuate depending on assignments accepted / refused. Once accepted, students are expected to follow through with their determined schedule with minimal adjustments.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes :

• Construction and painting of scenery and furniture (CD, TW)
• Instillation, operation and maintenance of lighting, audio, and video equipment (TC, TW)
• Event staffing and backstage conventions- student employees are expected to move scenery and set up props with minimal supervision (CT)
• Provide support for Performing Arts Center shows, events, and classes including but not limited to : moving risers, furniture, and class equipment (PF, TW)
• Communicate with staff and supervisor regarding any challenges or issues that arise during each assignment and collaborate with staff in finding resolutions. (CM, CT, PF)
• Complete other projects as assigned

Student Employment Learning Outcomes Defined :

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified 8 career readiness competencies that broadly prepare college students for a successful transition into the workplace.

Listed in alphabetical order, they include :

1. Career and Self- Development (CD)

2. Communication (CM)

3. Critical Thinking (CT)

4. Equity and Inclusion (EI)

5. Leadership (LD)

6. Professionalism (PF)

7. Teamwork (TW)

8. Technology (TC)

For more information about the NACE Career Readiness Competencies, please visit : .

Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities) :

• Must be enrolled at Oakton College in at least 6 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Employed over the summer is allowed for students taking at least 1 credit class during the summer, or students continuing registration into the following fall semester.
• Must have an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher and be in good standing at Oakton College.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Friendly, flexible, able to work on a team, and be good with your hands.
• Must be able to lift 15 lbs regularly.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear correctly.
• Ability to safely climb ladders and work at heights preferred.
• Experience in theatre, art, film or photography is a plus, but not necessary.

Application Process :

Please contact Matt Kooi with any questions at

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