Scenery Assistant

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Scenery Assistant Requisition Number H00053P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 15-20 Months per year Alternate work schedule

Normal work schedule is 1-5 M-F. We understand as students that classes may conflict with this time and we will work around your schedule when needed. But it is preferred to schedule your classes outside of this time frame. This job will also require four Saturdays a semester, two will be from 10-4 and the other two will be in the evening starting at 10pm.

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function

General Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of scenery and scenic elements for Weber State Theatre productions. This can include: building scenery and painting scenery, building and painting props, installing scenery, props, and rigging, and general maintenance of scenery during a production.
• These responsibilities can be tailored to individual student’s current interests, skills, and goals and are not limited to the above list.
• Act as crew leaders for shop projects and assist practicum and stage craft students as they work in the scene shop.
• Assist in maintaining shop cleanliness.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment, materials, and tools.
• Participate in Scenery Work Calls as Crew Leaders

Required Qualifications Must be a current WSU student.

Experience with wood working tools helpful. Experience in cleaning and organizing also useful.

Woodworking.

Preferred Qualifications Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/12/2026 Review Date 10/14/2026 Job Close Date 11/02/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/3639 Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

• This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.