Scenic Artist
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

AI Court Production

About the Department

Court Theatre is the professional theatre of the University of Chicago, dedicated to innovation, inquiry, intellectual engagement, and community service. Serving as the Center for Classic Theatre, Court is a leading theater in Chicago and nationally, unique in that it engages deeply with lovers of theatre and classic texts, UChicago faculty and students, and South Side residents. A LORT-D company now in its 65th year of operation, Court produces 5-6 main stage shows per year on an intimate, 250-seat thrust stage.

Court Theatre is committed to engaging, with equity and intention, the communities of which we are a part: the South Side of Chicago, the University of Chicago, and the local and national theatre community, including Court's own staff, freelance technicians, and guest artists. Court is dedicated to being an anti-racist organization and creating an environment where people of marginalized identities can feel safe and flourish. For more information about the theater, visit www.courttheatre.org.

Job Summary

The Scenic Artist carefully executes the artistic design vision of each production in collaboration with the Scenic Designer. Working closely with the Artistic and Production teams, this position is responsible for the visual representation of the scenic design. This position implements and oversees the paint design elements for each show in the producing season, ensuring highest quality work.

A union designer for Court Theatre Productions during its producing season. Must be a member of an artistic union, such as I.A.T.S.E., USA, or SDC, or working under their contract for membership consideration with the unions. This is a part-time position of approximately 10 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties as a union designer for Court Theatre's producing seasons.
• Serves as a regular scenic artist throughout the producing season.
• Collaborates with Scenic Designers and Production Staff on the vision and execution of the paint and artistic elements of the set.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and experience in live Theatre Production.
• Oversees the implementation and execution of the planned paint designs for each show's set.
• Communicates with the Production Department on the paint needs for each design and ensures supplies are well maintained.
• Maintains a clean and safe work space.
• Works cooperatively with the artistic and production team.
• Represents Court Theatre in a professional manner.
• Collaborates with the design team and production crew to plan, develop, and implement property, special effects, and/or scenic elements of theatre productions.
• Leads technical support in the development and implementation of electrical elements in productions, including sound design and sound reinforcement schemes.
• Works autonomously within established procedures to perform quality checks prior to rehearsals, previews, and performances. Operates the lighting and/or sound system during rehearsals, previews, and performances.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma.
• College or vocational training in theatre production or related field.

Experience:

• Theatrical design experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledgeable about theatre production and standard practices.
• Working knowledge of standard theatre practices according to contract type.

Preferred Competencies

• Perform position responsibilities in a professional and creative manner.
• Work cooperatively in a group and on own.

Working Conditions

• Moves throughout theatre to various locations, according to job requirements.
• May remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.
• May work under bright lights or in a dark setting.
• Involves bending, reaching, and working at heights above 10 feet.
• This is a part-time position of approximately 10 hours per week.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• References Contact Information (3) (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Museum & Arts

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Benefits Eligible

No

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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