Technical Director/Carpenter - Area Stage Company

SEEKING TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/CARPENTER FOR AREA STAGE COMPANY



JOB TYPE

Full-time



SALARY RANGE

Commensurate with experience

$600-$750/wk



ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Area Stage Company is a non-profit, award-winning, professional theatre company in Coral Gables, that for over 32 years has staged provocative, world-class theatre productions. In addition, Area Stage provides students of all backgrounds with top-quality arts education through its Conservatory Program and Inclusion Theatre Project.



MISSION STATEMENT

* To fulfill the need for communal storytelling with world-class theatre and cultural programs.

* To nurture the next generation of theatre artists.

* To celebrate and enhance inclusion and diversity by strengthening empathy between individuals.

* To make the in-person, collective experience of theatre accessible to everyone, including populations with disabilities.

* To provide a forum for creative community engagement.



Our programming is expansive and we are able to provide learning and growth opportunities to candidates who demonstrate potential and passion for the arts and arts administration & management. Join our team if you are interested in applying communication and creative problem-solving skills in an environment that is fun and inclusive.



ABOUT THE POSITION

The Technical Director/Carpenter is responsible for the overall operation and progress of the scenery production shop, including season planning, working drawings, budget accounting, and construction of all required scenic elements. This position works closely with directors and designers to reach artistic goals within allotted resources. With the Production Manager and other departments, the Technical Director/Carpenter helps to plan long-range strategies for operations and facilities. Technical Director/Carpenter ensures safety standards in operations and equipment; supervises professional staff; attends specified rehearsals including tech/dress rehearsals, and production meetings.



Responsibilities:

* Assist in hiring and training technical staff including carpenters/scenic artists as well as stage, lighting, and sound technicians.

* Discuss show concepts and technical solutions with designers and artistic team. 

* Create all financial and labor budgets related to technical elements of ongoing productions.

* Articulate scenic engineering needs to design departments. 

* Draft or supervise construction drawings as needed for each production 

* Direct the purchasing of all scenic materials. 

* Plan, schedule, and supervise the construction, load-in, tech, run and strike of all productions. 

* Supervise all special rigging in venues for all departments. 

* Collaborate with Production Stage Manager to develop annual scenic department budgets. 

* Supervise the servicing and maintenance of scene shop equipment. 

* Maintain a safe, healthy and clean workshop/theatre environment.

* Uses power and hand tools accurately and effectively to perform scenery-related work as required.



The Area Stage Company does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, students, parents, and patrons, in keeping with the core tenants of our mission. The Area Stage Company is an equal opportunity employer.



Qualifications

* Working knowledge of all aspects of the theatre—production and technical as well as performance.

*  Must live in or around Miami

* Bachelor’s Degree and/or 3+ years professional experience in similar positions, or the equivalent. 

* Excellent communication skills—written, oral and visual. 

* Strong organizational, budgeting, leadership and staffing skills. 

* Working and active knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting. 

* Ability to work productively under time pressure and meet deadlines. 

* Working knowledge of scenery, structural design/engineering, construction process, as well as theatrical styles, elements, and practices.

* Knowledge of mechanical physics, fundamental electricity, modern construction practices and materials, model building, and stage crafts including rigging, lighting, and stage carpentry. 

* Valid drivers license

* Ability to work long hours and work with a flexible schedule.

* May have to work at heights, around moving machinery, and with exposure to noise, vibration, and dust.

* Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions while using the appropriate safety procedures. 

* Ability to work safely in an environment containing potentially hazardous electrical equipment, fumes, and/or materials. 

* Must be able carry theatrical scenery, wood, and steel deliveries, load scenery onto and off trucks weighing up to 50 pounds. 
Salary: $600-$750 a week