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Scene Shop Supervisor - Theatre and Dance
Southeast Missouri State University
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600218
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Theatre and Dance
Closing:
Position Summary
Scene Shop Supervisor
The Jeanine Larson Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Dance
Full-Time; 10-month renewable Professional Staff position
Primary Responsibilities
Each year, between July 15th and May 15th:
- Manage the daily operations of the scene shop
- Oversee and participate in construction of scenery, stage rigging, sound engineering, electrics, scene painting, and welding
- Coordinate or supervise coordination of properties for all main stage productions
- Assist in planning and organizing projects
- Conduct routine general maintenance, provide upkeep of shop machinery, and provide inventory management
- Assist with scenery installations and strikes of all conservatory productions
- High School Diploma and 7 years of professional experience as a carpenter and/or stagehand OR Bachelor's Degree and significant professional experience as a carpenter and /or stagehand
- Ability to read construction drawings and interpret scene designers' works
- Demonstrated rigging skills
- Demonstrated electrical and sound skills
- Experience in properties
- Experience in various techniques of scene painting
- Experience or desire to learn welding
- Ability to follow proper usage of equipment and enforce safety standards
- Demonstrated supervisory skills
- Excellent communication skills with ability and willingness to train students of various levels of proficiency
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong collaboration skills, working with professional staff and faculty
- Willingness to work irregular and flexible hours
- Ability to adhere to strict production schedule and meet deadlines
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by July 15, 2026. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
Required Information: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:
- Letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
- Current resume
- Names and contact information of three professional references
- Examples of work submitted as media files or web link(s) (please provide a web link or embed the media file in a supported file type, such as a PDF or Microsoft Office file type)
Department Website: The Jeanine Larson Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Dance
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
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