<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"><b>The Akron School for the Arts/Harvey S. Firestone High School</b> in Akron, Ohio, is now accepting applications for a <b>Theatre Shop Foreman / Set Builder</b> for the upcoming production of MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT. The position reports to and works closely with the theatre director on the designing, planning and construction of all scenery for theatrical production. This position will be responsible for setting an appropriate work schedule and recruiting a student crew to plan, build and strike scenery. This position will also work closely with a student-centered technical theatre board.</p>
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Firestone Theatre is a highly respected, pre-professional theatre education program.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)">
This is a part-time position with flexible hours generally scheduled by the candidate for weekdays between the hours of 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. although evening hours and weekend hours may also be included in a creative schedule.</p>
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This is an IMMEDIATE need. The position will be filled as soon as possible.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)">
Please send resume and letter of interest to Mark A. Zimmerman via email to <a href="mailto:FirestoneTheatre@gmail.com" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(17,85,204)">FirestoneTheatre@gmail.com</a> or by mail to Firestone High School, 333 Rampart Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44313.</p>
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Tasks, Activities, and Responsibilities</h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"><span style="font-size:11pt">The Shop Foreman / Set Builder will:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> collaborate with theatre director on planning all scenic elements and creating work schedules</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> potentially serve as scenic designer or designer of other production elements as skills and experience allow</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);text-indent:0.5in"><span style="font-family:Symbol"> ·</span> act as a mentor / role model to high school students, sharing knowledge, skills, and guidance</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> guide and train an inexperienced crew</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be ultimately responsible for guiding a student crew in the planning, building, and striking of all physical scenery</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> maintain and reinforce an environment of safety for all students and staff</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> work collaboratively with theatre staff, student leaders, and parent volunteers on the creative theatrical process</p>
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Skills and Qualifications</h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"><span style="font-size:11pt">Candidates must:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)">
<span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be an experienced professional (with at least three years or equivalent experience) and have at least a high school <span style="text-indent:0.5in">diploma or GED.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> have demonstrated experiences working with youth; be subject to a background check before working with minors</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be in possession of carpentry and painting skills</p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt">An excellent candidate will also:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be detail-oriented and self-starting</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> have excellent organization and communication skills</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be reliable with a strong work ethic and professional behavior</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> have patience, creativity, and flexibility</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be able to work as part of a team</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be able to work well with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.</p>
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Potential Work Schedule</h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"><span style="font-size:11pt">A successful candidates will:</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> work a mutually agreeable but as yet undetermined number of hours per production</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> likely schedule 60 to 70 hours of work calls</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be available mostly during the after-school period weekdays from 3:30 – 7:00 p.m.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255)"> <span style="font-family:Symbol">·</span> be available for production and other meetings as appropriate</p>
<div><br></div>-- <br>Mark A. Zimmerman,<br>Theatre Director<br><br>Harvey S. Firestone High School<br>333 Rampart Avenue<br>Akron, Ohio 44313<br><br><a href="tel:330.873.3408" value="+13308733408" target="_blank">330.873.3408</a><br>
<a href="http://www.FirestoneTheatre.com" target="_blank">www.FirestoneTheatre.com</a>