Temporary Pool: College Assistant - Theatre

Description

Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students as outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. The Monterey Peninsula Theatre produces and supports student-focused performances and activities in both the Morgan Stock Stage and Studio Theater. Temporary employees are occasionally needed to support various aspects of theater production.

Example of Duties

Under general supervision of the MPC Theatre Technical Director and Operations Manager, the College Assistant - Theatre is responsible for supporting theatre programmatic and production activities as needed. Temporary employment can include, but is not limited to, the following areas: automation, carpentry, costumes, design, electrics, fabrication, scenic painting, rigging, lighting, makeup, wigs, puppetry, sound, projection, and props.

Qualifications

Ability to:

• Work successfully within a wide variety of environments
• Demonstrate effective skills associated with the job in the assigned area
• Complete activities in a timely manner
• Work collegially and professionally with college personnel, students, and members of the community
• Communicate satisfactorily in both oral and written form

Knowledge of:

• Theatre, Technical Theatre, or related field
• Current and effective techniques and practices relevant to area(s) assigned
• Standard safety protocols for theater production
• Shop practices, maintenance, and organization

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Employment experience in technical theatre or related field
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations
• Strong communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience following standard safety protocols
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to guidance from supervisor and area faculty and staff