Jenna Houck
Assistant Professor
Jenna Houck is a scenic designer and scenic artist for theatre. She has designed and painted numerous professional productions and has presented original research at national academic and professional conferences. She also is a proud member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.
Education
MFA Theatre, scenic design, Pennsylvania State University. BFA Theatre, scenic and costume design, University of Minnesota Duluth.
Specialization in Teaching
CPR Certified. Certified in teaching aerial dance. 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Certification.
Research Interests
Scenic Design, Scenic Art, Labor Equity, Applied Pedagogy, Dramaturgy, Stagecraft, Aerial Dance.
Professional Service
IATSE crew work local to Wilmington, NC. Ongoing freelance scenic design and painting work.
Community Engagement
Burgaw Middle School scenic Laison for annual heritage events.
Honors & Awards
KCACTF: Awarded Excellence in Design, 2024
Penn State University: Creative Achievement Award, 2019. Anne Gibson Award for Professional Development in Theatre Design and Technology, 2019. Helen and Lowell Manful Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement, 2019. Graduate Exhibition 3rd place winner, 2019.
USITT: Cover the Walls Competition 1st place winner, 2013