Childrens Theatre Company Position Posting

Lead by Artistic Director Peter C Brosius and Managing Director Tim Jennings, Childrens Theatre Company (CTC) is the worlds leading theatre for young people and their families and is one of the 20 largest producing theatres in the United States. A winner of the regional Tony Award, CTC creates extraordinary theatre experiences that educate, challenge and inspire young people. It has set standards of excellence in the quality of its productions, commitment to new work, and innovative education and community partnerships.

Position Title:

Master Carpenter

Reports to: Technical Director

Position Summary: The Master Carpenter works with a team of carpenters and painters to efficiently and expertly produce, install, maintain, and strike all the scenery designed for use in CTC productions and events. Principle Responsibilities: - Build high quality scenery using wood, metal, foam, plastics, fabrics and other standard theatrical materials. Experiment with nonstandard materials and techniques as directed. - Interpret and work from technical drawings, designer drawings and/or designer models. - Advise and instruct carpenters with a variety of skill levels about shop policies, safety protocols, procedures and construction methods when necessary. - Work with other carpenters to allocate space and tools as needed so that a variety of projects can be done cooperatively and efficiently within a designated area. - Construct large scenic layout work. - Rig flying, moving, traveling, automated or other scenery. - Work with colleagues in the paints, props, electrics, sound and costume departments to solve mutual problems. - Do minor maintenance on tools, shop, and stage areas, and alert supervisor when larger maintenance may be needed. - Maintain inventory of stock materials, parts, or supplies. - Complete other tasks deemed necessary by supervisor. Requirements and Qualifications: - 5 years practical experience in a similar theatrical shop. - Experience that includes but is not limited to construction using the following materials: wood, steel, aluminum, foam, fiberglass, fabrics, paints and chemical solvents. - Mastery of the following tools and their accessories: radial arm saw, table saw, band saw, cold saw, planer, drill press, miter box, router, sanders, MIG welding equipment, sewing machine, electrical and pneumatic power hand tools. - Mastery of scenic rigging techniques, automation, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanics and electronics. - Valid drivers license. Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills: The Master Carpenter needs to produce accurate and high quality work, while maintaining a creative, flexible and positive approach. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and have a proven history of proactive skill development. Attention to detail, time management and organizational skills are a must. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and AutoCAD is preferred but not required. Position Status: Full time, seasonal, non-exempt. Includes comprehensive benefits plan. Application Deadline: February 8, 2013 Start Date: Flexible To apply, please email letter of interest and resume with Master Carpenter in the subject line to Ellen Baker, Production Manager, at productionjobs@childrenstheatre.org. Childrens Theatre Company operates under a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local 13, AFL-CIO.
We are committed to diversity in the workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any employment decision on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, marital or veterans status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law. We do require a full background check for all of our employees.