Scenic Shop Foreperson -
Meadow Brook Theatre located on the Campus of Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan is accepting applications for Scenic Shop Foreperson. This season MBT will produces 7 shows and will remount +ldquo;A Christmas Carol+rdquo;. This position is covered under an IATSE contract (applicant does not need to hold an IATSE card). The Shop Foreman can also could be pulled to run a show or help with other departments as needed.

Requirements:
-3 yrs. professional experience minimum
-AutoCAD experience
-Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings
-Knowledge and ability to follow and enforce shop safety procedures
-Strong organizational and time management skills
-Proficient with hand and power tool use and basic repairs
-experience leading crews of 3-8
-Strong knowledge of scenery construction.
-Able to lift at least 60lbs
-Able to work at heights of 25+rsquo;
-Basic Welding
-Basic rigging
-Clean driving record
-Can drive a 26ft truck
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
-Multitasking skills
-Highly motivated and willing to learn.
-Good attitude and work ethic.
-Sense of humor
-Ability to take instruction and feedback from supervisors.

Preferred Skills
-Basic scenic painting
-Lighting skills

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
-Construction, load-in and strike all scenic elements.
-Maintain a safe work environment, following all safety procedures and guidelines as outlined by the Technical Director
-Picking up materials/transporting scenic elements.
-Theatre maintenance
-Could run shows
-Cleaning

Please send your cover letter, resume, 3 recommendations and any examples of your previous work to: Brian Kessler, Production Manager @ prod.mgr.mbt@gmail.com

Union Info: See description
Compensation is: $788.71/week
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Options Available
56 HRs Of PTO per season
48 HRs of Sick Time per season