The Paint Shop Assistant is a student assistant with experience in the area of theatrical scenic art who works for the Center for Theatre and Dance to help maintain the department’s paint shop and theatrical workspaces. Under faculty and staff supervision, clean and maintain the paint shop facilities and equipment. Assist in supervision of production work crews. Work on special projects related to production as assigned. If over 21, use department van to run errands.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of THEA 11700 Scenic Art.
- A working knowledge of theatrical paint technology scen/paint shop safety.
- The ability to lift 50lb.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain the Paint Shop and associated areas, keeping them clean, maintained, safe and usable for production, class, and work.
- Maintain paint shop equipment owned by the Ithaca College Center for Theatre and Dance.
- Aid in painting elements as requested for current productions.
- Work other tasks on behalf of the Ithaca College Center for Theatre and Dance as assigned.
- If over 21, complete requirements for use of department van
Hours: 5 per week
Supervisor: Ruth Barber, Associate Professor, Scenic Art (rbarber@ithaca.edu)