Head Carpenter
California Institute of the Arts · Valencia, California, US
Description SUMMARY The Head Carpenter is the backbone of the Scene Shop. This position supports the productions and students in the fabrication, load-in, an...
Job description
Description SUMMARY: The Head Carpenter is the backbone of the Scene Shop. This position supports the productions and students in the fabrication, load-in, and strike of all scenic elements for School of Theater, Center for New Performance and other special events. Qualifications: SKILLS/ABILITIES: EDUCATION: EXPERIENCE: - Fabricate and load-in scenic elements for school of theater productions. - Work alongside student technical directors and student workers advising on construction techniques and materials. - Keep the scene shop in working order which includes maintaining stock, maintaining equipment, and acquiring tools. - Assist in the load-in and strike of all school of theater productions. - Supervise the student labor pool for the scene shop, including creating schedules and to-do lists. - Collaborate with student designers and technicians to realize scenic elements of production - Maintain familiarity with industry standards in scenic construction and related technologies. - Arrange rentals and purchases for each show - Assist in maintenance and renovations of School of Theater spaces and assets - Work with other production staff to ensure all student and over-hire staff wor...