Summer 2026 | Shop Support Assistant
Student Worker – Summer Shop Support Assistant (In-Person)
Department: School of Theatre, Dance, and Film
Location: Theatre Center/Off-Site Storage
Position Type: Work-Study (Summer I & II)
Hours: Up to approved work-study allocation.
To apply, please submit the application form (attached below), your résumé, and a brief statement of interest.
You can submit your materials via email to sotdf@txstate.edu or hand-deliver them to the main office (THEA 101).
Review Deadline: Wednesday, June 12, by 5:00 P.M.
Proposed Start Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
This position will remain open until filled.
Position Overview
The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film is seeking a motivated and organized student worker to assist with summer production support projects in both the Costume and Properties areas. This position will play an important role in preparing facilities, storage spaces, and inventories for the upcoming academic year.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working on organizational projects independently while contributing to the overall readiness of the department's production spaces.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Costume Shop Support
Assist with organizing and setting up the department's new costume shop.
Help transition the former costume shop into classroom and storage space.
Organize, sort, and restock costume inventory and supplies.
Assist with storage management and workspace improvements.
Properties Shop Support
Organize the properties shop and storage areas.
Assist with inventory organization and material storage.
Support preparation projects for Fall productions.
Help maintain clean, safe, and efficient workspaces.
General Responsibilities:
Organize supplies, tools, equipment, and materials.
Label, inventory, and document storage locations as needed.
Assist faculty and staff with special summer projects.
Maintain safe working practices and a clean work environment.
Required Qualifications
Current Texas State University student eligible for student employment or work-study for the summer semesters.
Good academic standing with the university.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage tasks independently and follow directions.
Dependable work ethic and positive attitude.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft.
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 15 pounds.
Ability to work in shop, storage, classroom, and backstage environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in theatre production, technical theatre, costume technology, or properties.
Experience with inventory, organization, or storage management.
Basic shop experience.
Welding experience is a plus but not required.
Desired Skills
Organization and inventory management
Time management and task prioritization
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Communication and teamwork
Learning Outcomes
Students in this position will gain practical experience in:
Production shop operations
Inventory and storage management
Facility organization and workflow planning
Technical theatre support
Professional workplace collaboration and project management
Application for Student Assistantship
Incomplete/illegible applications will not be considered.
Please confirm:
I have qualified for Work-Study through (and verified by) Financial Aid
I am enrolled in classes this summer.
Student’s Full Name:
Student’s TXST Email Address:
Student ID (A#):
Phone Number:
Number of Semester Hours Completed:
Current GPA:
Your major/concentration:
Number of Hours per week you would be available to work:
Please attach a schedule showing WHEN YOU ARE AVAILABLE to work.
Please list any skills and/or experience that you think support this application that are not listed on your resume.
You can submit your materials via email to sotdf@txstate.edu or hand-deliver them to the main office (THEA 101).
Deadline: Wednesday, June 17, by 5:00 P.M.