Theater Studio Artist

Description

Bring Stories to Life Through Art and Imagination at Miami Children’s Museum!

Are you a creative visionary with a passion for inspiring young minds? Miami Children’s Museum is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Theater Visual Artist to design and lead immersive theatrical visual arts experiences for children ages 0–8 and their families. From scenic design and puppetry to costumes and collaborative storytelling, this role invites you to spark wonder and creativity both on stage and behind the scenes—in our Theater space, at special events, and on field trips.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Plan and facilitate engaging, theater-inspired visual art activities in the Theater and surrounding museum spaces.
• Introduce children to elements of set design, prop making, costume design, puppetry, and storytelling through art.
• Prepare and maintain materials, props, and creative spaces for visual theater activities.
• Direct and rehearse a specific scene or segment of a play, ensuring cohesive storytelling, character development, and stage presence.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring the director’s vision to life.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate theater activities and lessons for children.
• Teach foundational theater skills including acting, voice, movement, improvisation, and stagecraft.
• Assist in the curation and upkeep of displays or exhibitions related to children's theater arts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong ability to design and lead theater-themed visual art experiences for young children.
• Experience in scenic arts, props, costume elements, puppetry, or other visual components of theater.
• Prior experience working with children in arts education or community arts settings.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
• Strong artistic skills and a passion for imaginative storytelling.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Theater Arts, Fine Arts, or related field preferred.
• Reliable transportation.

 EOE/DFWP