What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scenic Carpenter position at Shakespeare Theatre Company?
DESCRIPTION
Shakespeare Theatre Company seeks an experienced Scenic Carpenter to join our Helen Hayes award-winning scene shop. The professional scenic carpentry staff handles carpentry, metalwork, rigging, mechanics, and automation for STC’s artistically ambitious productions built in a well-appointed 23,000 SF scene shop. Projects can range from building flats to tearing apart a car to traditional indoor sets, and everything in between. This person will work day-to-day with other departments and will participate in the build, load-in, and strike of all shows. This is a full-time, seasonal position with excellent benefits and an hourly rate of $27.73. We hope to hire someone as soon as possible to work with us through the end of the season on July 30, 2027.
This position requires an associate’s degree in Technical Theatre, or equivalent experience, and at least 3 years’ professional experience in a shop environment. Preference will be given to candidates with MIG experience and automation knowledge. Must be able to regularly lift at least 50lbs. We work 10-hour days M-Th, with occasional weekends and evenings. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between STC and IATSE Local 22.
Shakespeare Theatre Company is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and anti-racist organization that better reflects the community where we reside and work. To learn more about our on-going efforts and to read our Anti-Racist Action Plan, please visit https://www.shakespearetheatre.org/about/equity-diversity-inclusion/. If you are interested in this position, please apply on our website at http://www.shakespearetheatre.org/about/careers-and-casting/jobs/, or you may send a cover letter, resume, and references to [email protected].
DURATION
Aug 31, 2026 - Jul 30, 2027
SALARY
$27.73 – $27.73 per hour
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UNION
IATSE