Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This position requires evening and weekend availability.
The Department of Theatre seeks a skilled and collaborative production professional for a 12-month staff appointment focused on theatrical production implementation and facilities support. This position plays a key role in supporting departmental productions and space rentals through hands-on technical leadership and operational oversight.
Serving as Head Carpenter, the Theatre Technical Production Coordinator is responsible for implementing scenic designs and production elements, while also assisting with oversight of the production lab. This includes maintaining inventory; supporting equipment and facility upkeep; and supervising student volunteers and paid student personnel. The position also manages production lab logistics such as materials purchasing and equipment rentals.
In addition, the coordinator provides training and supervision for student production crews, with an emphasis on fabrication techniques, shop safety, technical rehearsals, and strike. Active participation in production meetings, as well as technical and dress rehearsals, is required and coordinated with the Head of Theatre and the Technical Director.
This position requires flexibility and the ability to work evenings and weekends as dictated by the production schedule.
Working Conditions: A successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to safely navigate theatrical infrastructure, including ladders and catwalk systems, at elevations up to 60 feet, which are not ADA accessible. Additionally, this role requires frequent lifting and maneuvering of equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
The Oklahoma State University Department of Theatre is dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and outreach. The department offers a comprehensive theatrical curriculum designed to prepare the next generation of theatre artists, technicians, and scholars. Housed within the College of Arts and Sciences, the department fosters creative collaboration and professional practice within a vibrant academic and artistic community.
Founded more than 130 years ago, Oklahoma State University is one of the nation’s most comprehensive land-grant university systems. The OSU System serves more than 34,000 students and employs approximately 7,400 faculty and staff across campuses in Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Okmulgee. The university is recognized for strengths in the sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities within the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as signature programs in engineering, agriculture, and business.
To apply, please submit the following materials electronically:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Link to an online portfolio or digital samples of production work
- Contact information for three professional references
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by July 17, 2026, to ensure full consideration.
A bachelor's degree in a theatre-related field, with a minimum of 2 years of professional theatrical experience in technical production or equivalent (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date).
