Production Shop Crew Member

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SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. Its this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing knowing that there is no perfect solution no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage weve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change overcoming challenges and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every this community rooted in love and dignity curiosity thrives leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the Westthe spirit that our region embodieswe emerge as a force for positive change harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love -Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity -Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from afoundation of goodwill
Courage -Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility -Suspending ones ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open tothe input of others
Resiliency -Investing in the future by adapting to changes overcoming challenges and pursuingOpportunity
Curiosity -Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power -The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the Role:
- Are you looking for a fun hands-on job on campus Join the backstage theater crew! You will help build the worlds you see on stage. We will teach you everything you need to know. You do not need to know how to use shop tools or build things to apply.

What You Will Do:
- You will help with different backstage tasks depending on what the theater needs each week.
- Building & Set Moving: Cut wood and screw stage pieces together using basic power carry and lift heavy set pieces (up to 50 pounds) onto the apart and clean up the stage after a show finishes its run.
- Painting & Props: Paint large walls and floors using rollers and colors and add basic textures to make wood look like brick or build or find small items that actors hold on stage.
- Stage Lighting: Hang lighting instruments onto pipes above the stage. Basic electrical work and possible safety harnessed work from up high (25ft.)
- Sound & other management: Tape down cables and mats on the floor. Lots of cleaning and organizing. All of these jobs deal with paint dust and other materials that can get on your clothes and hair. Gloves and eye protection are provided but work clothes are highly recommended!

Job Requirements:
- You must be a currently enrolled CMU student with Workstudy or MavWorks. You must be willing to learn and work well with a must be able to stand for a few hours and lift up to 50 must wear closed-toe shoes (like sneakers or boots) for safety. No earbuds are allowed - you must be able to hear at all times for everyones safety!

Days & Hours:
- We meet every weekday from 2-5pm in either the Asteria Scene Shop or the Moss Performing Arts Center Scene Shop. Occasionally we will have Saturday or Sunday calls or late night show strikes but these are optional.
- 20 hours/week max.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

HOW TO APPLY:Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic addition please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter (Optional)

• Resume