Head Carpenter

Emerson College•Boston, MA

1d•$49,039 - $60,122•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Carpenter works closely with the Technical Director and scenic students & staff to build and install student scenic designs. This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week. This is a ten (10) month position paid over 10 months.

Requirements

BA/BFA in Theatre Production or equivalent experience
Ideally 2-4 years’ experience, preferably at an institution of higher learning
Experience in carpentry techniques including layout and construction, including preparation of cutting lists, lofting, sawing, sub-assembly & assembly
Experience in working with CNC routers and software
Experience in metalworking techniques, including rolling, forming, bending, shearing, cutting, SMAW & GMAW welding
Experience in basic scenic painting techniques, including flame-retardant treating, sizing, basing, cartooning, and pouncing
Experience in CAD/AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Excel & Google Suite
Valid Driver’s License Required

Responsibilities

Partner closely with Technical Director to ensure supervision of construction, painting, rigging, and installation of scenery and properties for Emerson Stage productions
Supervise and instruct students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employees
Monitor shop stock material inventories and advise T.D. when stocks are low. Maintain running accounts of materials used per project when appropriate
Ensure the regular maintenance of shop tools and equipment
Ensure the daily clean-up of the shop, including an inventory of tools
Ensure the safe use of hand tools, power tools, machinery, and handling of scenic construction materials
Manage Material Safety Data Sheets
Attend weekly Production Meetings (Fridays 9a-1p), attend Technical Rehearsals (evenings/weekends) as required, be on-call/available during performances (evenings/weekends), attend monthly Design/Tech Area meetings with faculty and production area staff (costumes, props, paint, sound, scenic)