Master Carpenter - The American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Master Carpenter



About us

Founded in 1884, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts is the first conservatory for actors in the English-speaking world. Since then, its purpose has remained constant: to provide students with the tools needed to make acting their profession. The Academy is an accredited, degree-granting institution with campuses in Los Angeles and New York. With an unmatched history and rich legacy, the Academy honors its past while continually striving to maintain its place at the forefront of training and creativity. To learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.aada.edu.



Position Overview

AADA is currently looking to fill this position at the NYC Campus with an applicant that fulfills a general knowledge to all aspects pertaining to production and performance work and a specialized mastery in carpentry arts. Applicant should know about shop safety and project management, working knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound, and equipment involved with both disciplines. Applicant should have excellent communication and listening skills, be adept at quick problem solving, and very well organized. Applicant must have the ability to realize projects in timely manner and to the proper design specifications within very finite and specific timeframes.

Knowledge and maintenance of shop tools and their proper and safe use is expected. Ideal candidate will bring imagination, flexibility, and the ability to possess grace and humor under pressure. Prior experience in performing arts carpentry is necessary and some knowledge of SketchUp and/or Vectorworks or Cad is most helpful.



Position is currently part time during our production period of September 6-December 16 and January 2-April 28. Hourly rate with overtime eligibility



Job Responsibilities

*Organizing and seeing to all technical needs within AADA productions which does include lighting plot restorations, assisting sound designers in their initial Tech set ups, as well as day to day requests that come into department for all classes and special events.

*Work closely with Production Manager/Resident Set Designer on the scheduling, supervising, and fulfilling all needs on productions and staffing.

*Running crew during load ins and strike.

*Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized shop.

*Maintaining equipment and facilities as needed.

*Attending all necessary production meetings, staff wide events, and be on hand for performances or schedule coverage for those performances.

*Imagination, flexibility

*Perform other duties as assigned



AADA is an accredited 2 Year Conservatory with a 3rd Year Company producing up to 12 mainstage productions in our three theaters, 12 Styles shows, and 12-16 Graduation shows a year between August and April.



How to Apply

Please submit cover letter and resume, stating your interest in the position and qualifications.



CJ Howard Production Manager/Resident Set Designer

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

120 Madison Ave

NY NY 10016

212-686-9244 ext 328

choward@aada.edu





Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the Academy. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


Salary: $22.50 hourly