Position: Carpenter Artisan
The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, a two time Tony Award-winning LORT B theatre with a $10 million+ operating budget, seeks a motivated, talented and dynamic individual to join our scenic fabrication team producing high quality scenery for internationally famous designers and directors.
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Self-motivated team player who handles pressure well while working in a deadline-oriented industry and embracing a safety-oriented work environment.
- Ability to self-critique and correct work while maintaining sensitivity to the overall artistic vision is paramount.
- A BFA in technical production or equivalent experience, with three years additional professional experience.
- A documented ability to produce high quality finished scenery from theatrical construction prints using a variety of materials including wood, steel, aluminum, foam, plastics and fabric.
- Proficient in steel MIG welding.
- Experience with CNC and vacuform machinery, as well construction techniques.
- Experience with stage rigging, both counterweight and chain motor.
- Familiarity with installation, operation and maintenance of stage and scenery equipment such as winches, pneumatics and hydraulic actuators, and motion control systems.
- Familiarity with basic electrical principals and safety, including basic troubleshooting and reading of schematics.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb and perform work on ladders.
- A valid driver’s license.
This is a full-time, seasonal position and is represented by IATSE Local 5. Current IATSE membership is not a prerequisite. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation.
Please email application letter and resume with references to troy.brizius@cincyplay.com.
No phone calls, please.
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