Calderwood Pavillion Deck Lead

HUNTINGTON THEATRE COMPANY INC•Boston, MA

1d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Huntington is seeking a Calderwood Pavilion Deck Lead. The recipient of the 2013 Regional Theatre Tony Award, the Huntington Theatre brings together superb local and national talent to produce a mix of groundbreaking new works and classics made current each season. Led by Artistic Director Loretta Greco, the Huntington creates award-winning productions, runs nationally renowned programs in education and new play development, and serves the local theatre community through its operation of the Stanford Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts. The Huntington cultivates, celebrates, and champions theatre as an art form.

Requirements

Experience running shows as a stagehand/deck crew
Theatrical construction/carpentry skills
Experience with stage machinery, winches, and some theatrical automation.
Experience with theatrical/entertainment rigging techniques; including use, operation, and maintenance of a single purchase line set system; chain motors; and spot rigging.
Comfortable working on ladders, aerial lifts, and heights up to 30 feet
Knowledgeable of materials and the proper use of each for scenery construction, particularly wood, metal, and plastics.
Knowledgeable in the safe use of typical wood/metal machine and hand power tools.
Must possess a keen awareness of shop safety and procedures.
Must be able to read technical drawings and be able to layout based on drawings.
Ability to lead a crew of up to 10 people with varying skill levels and experience.
Effective communicator, collaborative, organized, and flexible
Organized and detail oriented
Ability to lift 50-100 lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience with Creative Conners automation equipment and software.
Experience welding light gauge steel.
Comfortable working at heights of 60+ ft
Basic sewing
Basic Soldering
Basic painting/touch up skills
Basic knowledge of theatrical lighting

Responsibilities

Support the load-in, technical rehearsal process, and show run of The Huntington’s productions as a member of the scenery team.
Operate and maintain scenic elements, execute scene shifts, presets props, and run performances as a stagehand.
Serve as the primary operator for the fly system and/or stage automation system, ensuring the safe and precise execution of all cues.
Assist the Stage Management team in supervising additional run crew personnel on larger productions.
Communicate closely with the scenery, paint, and prop teams to relay any production needs requiring external support, while also identifying issues and implementing practical solutions to maintain the integrity and function of the scenery during the run.
Support productions at the Calderwood Pavilion, but may include working at other venues as assigned.
Act as a steward of the venue and has a role in caring for the people, equipment, and facility that many local artists call home when there is not a Huntington production at the Calderwood.
Work with the Operations Supervisor to execute rental productions as a member of the scenery team, aid with venue upkeep/ operations, and run events with the Calderwood Operations Team.
Work all load-ins, strikes, technical rehearsals, show calls and runs the scenery track often including automation.
Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of scenery on stage during show run.
Works in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with HTC policies and standards.
Instructs and supervises others in the same as appropriate.
Lead smaller teams during load-ins and strikes, as assigned, such as rigging or automation team.
Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workspace, often in conjunction with Operations, Stage Management, and Scenery Teams.
Assist with special events, projects, and rental as required which may involve work not immediately related to scenery such as setting up tables, chairs, seating risers, or aiding with other departments.
Provide assistance, guidance, training, and supervision to rental users in coordination with the Technical Director and Calderwood Management.
Communicate with supervisors regarding the progress of assigned projects and projected problems.
Maintenance and upkeep of Calderwood Pavilion venue facilities and equipment in conjunction with the Operations Team.
Open and Close the Calderwood Pavilion when assigned.
Other duties, as assigned which may include working cross-departmentally.