Arts at Seattle U Student Assistantship Awards

Student Assistantships are opportunities for students to apply their studies to real jobs
and responsibilities within the Art, Art History and Design Department, and the
Performing Arts and Arts leadership Department (Arts at Seattle U). Recipients are
awarded scholarships for their work that are determined individually based on the level
of responsibility, and time commitment.

A variety of assistantship awards are available for qualified candidates. These positions
support students who have proven expertise, skill, creativity, and potential in a specific
aspect of the arts: theatre costume, lighting and sound, technical direction, graphic
design, photography and choral activity support.

The privilege of being an Arts at Seattle U Assistantship Award recipient brings with it
certain responsibilities. Though all students are expected to enthusiastically participate
and keep all commitments, assistantship students have a special role in that they are
expected to be leaders in the department as well. Assistantship recipients agree to
accept and fulfill this leadership role and assist in creating and maintaining a spirit
conducive to learning and creativity.

Criteria:
To apply for a student assistantship in THEATRE, DESIGN, OR PHOTOGRAPHY
You must:
 Be a major in the Art and Art History (AAH) or Performing Arts and Arts
Leadership Department (PAAL).
 Maintain an overall GPA of 3.2 or above

To apply for a student assisstantship in the CHORAL/VOCAL AREA,

You must:
 Be enrolled in a minimum of one choral ensemble at Seattle University.
 Maintain a grade of ‘B’ in all choral ensemble course(s)
Special consideration is given to students pursuing the BA.INTA.MUSC or B.A. Music
Minor.
Submit:
 Cover letter including a statement of qualifications (include student ID #, year,
major)
o Applications for Costume Design Technical Direction, Scenic
Painting/Props, Lighting Design, Sound Design to: Rosa Joshi, Chair of
Performing Arts and Arts Leadership

o Applications for Graphic Design and Photography to: Claire Garoutte,

Chair of Art, Art History and Design

o Applications for Choir to: Leann Conley-Holcom, Director of Choral and

Vocal Activities

 Resume of related and relevant experience

 If this will be your first quarter at Seattle University, one letter of recommendation
from a faculty or staff member at your current institution who is knowledgeable
about your skills.

All application materials must be submitted by June 3, 2019 at noon. Applications

packets can be dropped off in the Fine Arts Building Main Office (202), or emailed to Em
Olson (olsonem@seattleu.edu).
Assistantship Descriptions
General Qualifications: All candidates must be highly organized, self-motivated, have
strong follow-through and be able to meet deadlines.

THEATRE ASSISTANTSHIPS
Costume Design Assistantship

Supervisor: Harmony Arnold

Duties: Under the supervision of the Costume Design Faculty, the

Costume Shop Assistant will oversee maintenance of the
costume shop (including organization/maintenance of
inventory, checking out of costumes), assist in costume
construction and fittings and lead work-study crews. Other
program-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates must be proficient in hand sewing and using a

sewing machine; experience cutting and draping, a plus.

Technical Direction Assistantship

Supervisor: Bob Boehler

Duties: Under the supervision of the Production Manager, the

Technical Direction Assistant will oversee construction of
theatre scenery, assist with the organization, maintenance,
and inventory of scene shop tools and materials, and lead
work-study crews.

Qualifications: Candidates must be proficient with scene shop tools and

materials; have working knowledge and experience
realizing scenery and props in theatre.

Scenic Painting/Props Assistantship

Supervisor: Bob Boehler

Duties: Under the supervision of the Production Manager, the

Scenic Painting/Props Assistant will oversee maintenance
and inventory of the prop and/or paint areas, assist in
props design & construction and/or scenic painting, and
lead work-study crews.

Qualifications: Candidates must have an interest in scenic design, a

general knowledge of scene shop tools & materials, and
experience creating props and/or painting scenery. Hand
and machine sewing ability is a plus.
Lighting Assistantship

Supervisor: Bob Boehler

Duties: Under the supervision of the Production Manager and

Lighting Designer the Lighting Assistant will rig and focus
lights for fine arts performances and events; organize and
maintain lighting equipment; maintain inventory; and lead
work-study crews.

Qualifications: Candidates must have working knowledge and experience

working with theatrical lighting equipment including
programming computer light board; experience with
lighting computer software a plus.

Sound Assistantship

Supervisor: Bob Boehler

Duties: Under the supervision of the Production Manager and

Sound Designer the Sound Assistant will install sound
systems for fine arts performances and events; organize
and maintain sound systems; maintain inventory; and lead
work-study crews. Other program-related duties as
assigned

Qualifications: Candidates must have working knowledge and experience

with basic sound equipment and good attention to detail;
experience with sound computer software a plus.

DESIGN ASSISTANTSHIPS
Graphic Design Assistantship

Supervisor: Naomi Kasumi, and Em Olson, Operations Manager

Duties: Under the supervision of the Digital Design Faculty, the

Graphic Design Assistant will design posters, postcards
and other marketing materials for fine arts performances
and events; maintain fine arts website; and create labels
for artwork. Other program-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates must be of sophomore status or higher; must

have completed the Graphic Design I course or equivalent;
and be proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and
InDesign.
PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANTSHIPS

Photography Assistantship

Supervisor: Em Olson, Operations Manager

Duties: Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the

Photography Assistant will document classes, rehearsals
and public events in Music, Theatre, Visual Art, and Art
History and prepare a digital portfolio of photos for use in
the Arts websites. The position requires that the
Photography Assistants be available for all ARTS at
Seattle U events and entails arranging visits to and
attending classes, rehearsals and events with professors
and staff, formatting photos for uploading onto the website,
and producing a final digital portfolio.

Qualifications: Candidates must be accomplished photographers who

hold necessary skills and equipment for on-site location
shooting, use of on-camera flash, and digital editing. Since
much of the work is conducted independently, candidates
must also be highly organized, self-motivated and
responsible. Applicants should submit examples (7-10) of
work preferably event or performance coverage. (JPEGS
can be emailed to olsonem@seattleu.edu)

CHORAL/VOCAL ASSISTANTSHIPS

Section Leader Assistantship

Supervisor: Leann Conley-Holcom, Director of Choir & Vocal Activities

Duties: Attendance-taking for one’s section in rehearsals, concerts

and at special events; attendance reports are given to the
Choir Attendance Officer for recording. Lead sectionals
according to provided instructions from Director and report
results to Director. Offer outside-of-class tutoring to section
members upon request.

Qualifications: Candidates must model exemplary focus,

rehearsal/performance etiquette, preparation and
participation. Offer feedback and receive instructions in a
constructive and respectful manner
Concert House Management Assistantship

Supervisor: Leann Conley-Holcom, Director of Choir & Vocal Activities

Duties: This assistantship is most active during dress rehearsals

and concert weeks (consult choir calendar). Responsible
for picking up printed programs from SU Reprographics. In
coordination with Assistant Director, organize “house box”
for off-campus events. Assists with transportation of
needed items to off-campus venues. Lead ‘soft’ setup and
strike in concert venues. (‘Soft’ setup includes box office
materials, signage, and similar items). Guide cleanup
teams at the end of performances, check their work and
complete anything that was not done (including clearance
of donation baskets, recycling of used programs, etc.)

Qualifications: Candidates must be organized, highly dependable,

demonstrate team/leadership skills, and be able to lift 30
lbs.

Choir Social Media and Digital Design Assistantship

Supervisor: Leann Conley-Holcom, Director of Choir & Vocal Activities

Duties: Under direction of Director, maintain Seattle U Choirs

Facebook and Instagram pages with current information,
upcoming events, student spotlights, etc., publishing
content at least once per week (with more leading up to
special events). Generate ideas for social media content.
Consult with Director about all posts prior to publishing.

Qualifications: Candidates must be able to demonstrate facility with

Facebook, Instagram and Canva or other similar editing
software. Digital design, photography skills and/or social
media management training preferred. Must have excellent
attention to detail and communication skills.