Berklee College of Music

Berklee College of Music

Scenic Carpenter

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

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About the role

  • Job Description: The Scenic Carpenter will assist the Technical Direction team in constructing, installing, and dismantling scenery for all Mainstage productions.
  • Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve.
  • Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions.

Responsibilities

  • Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the scene shop and associated workspaces
  • We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

Requirements

  • Occasional nights and weekends required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Must be comfortable with heights in excess of 24 feet
  • Must be able to work in tight, dark spaces
  • Minimum 4 years experience in theatrical carpentry
  • Knowledge and experience with hardware and build techniques
  • Proficiency in wood construction and theatrical rigging
  • BA in Theater or equivalent work experience
  • Read and interpret construction drawings and cut lists
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
  • Punctuality, dependability, and ability to work independently
  • Strong leadership and teamwork skills
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Benefits

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

Company info

  • As part of the Performance Services department, the Scenic Carpenter reports to the Technical Director.
  • As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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