Production Facilitator Jobs

Position Summary

The Production Facilitator in the School of Theatre, Television, and Film (TTF) will be responsible for supervising all aspects of production for TTF theatre productions. The Production Facilitator will also facilitate and coordinate scheduled dates for use of facilities among the Schools of Art and Design, Music & Dance, and Theatre, Television, and Film.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end one year from the date of appointment with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated as non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film is an academic unit within the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts. It differs from other academic units in that it administers a professionally oriented curriculum that uniquely combines quality academic course work with an applied public laboratory production program that functions like a small business.

The School offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including the terminal MFA degree. It operates and maintains the following university theatres: the 350 seat Main Stage, the 150 seat Prebys Theatre, the 75 seat Experimental Theatre, and two outdoor stages, the Lamden Stage, and the Clay Stage, as well as television and film production studios and an extensive equipment inventory. Each year, the theatre production schedule includes 6-8 fully mounted plays within these two theatres, plus one or more community outreach productions that tour to schools and other venues. In addition, there are numerous television and film productions and four annual public presentations of student film work. Productions that combine elements from all three disciplines occur regularly.

Education and Experience

Entry to the first level within this classification requires one to two years of experience working for a theatre, repertory or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound/audio production. This background normally would be achieved through professional training or applicable college coursework and practical experience.

Key Qualifications

• Proficient with PDF creation and manipulation (Adobe DC or equivalent).
• Proficient with scheduling software (Google Calendar or equivalent).
• Familiarity with drafting software (AutoCAD or Vectorworks preferred); proficiency with drafting strongly preferred.
• A minimum of five years of professional production theatre experience, including production and/or stage management is preferred.
• Proficient with spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel preferred).
• Previous experience working in an academic environment is preferred.
• OSHA 10 (GI) is strongly encouraged; OSHA 30 (GI) preferred.
• ETCP Certification in Theater Rigging and/or Electricity is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or equivalent experience is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,500 per month.

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,977 - $7,197 per month.

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Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on April 24, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by April 23, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.

CSU Vaccine Policy: The California State University has established a policy requiring faculty, staff, and students accessing campus facilities to be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. To access the SDSU campus, you must be fully up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations, including a booster if you are eligible for one, or request a medical, religious, or off campus exemption, as applicable.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Tina Deesen at [email protected].