Head Stage Carpenter: Lead Sets, Rigging & Safety

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Theatre Calgary is seeking a Head Stage Carpenter to supervise, coordinate, and maintain a safe stage for onstage productions and backstage operations at the Max Bell Theatre in Calgary. The role reports to the Production Manager and Technical Director and requires flexibility for evenings and weekends per production schedules.

Candidates should have strong technical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a dynamic, unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with theatre production and technical equipment.
• Self-directed with limited direction.
• Ability to lead a crew of varying skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure stage safety for all personnel and rigging procedures.
• Enforce safety policies and document incidents.
• Coordinate with other departments for planning and installation.
• Oversee safe installation and strike of set components.
• Maintain show paperwork and equipment inventories.
• Manage labour resources and schedule adjustments as needed.

Skills

Stage carpentry

Rigging

Flown scenery

Communication

Organization

Project management

Team leadership

Tools

Vectorworks

Creative Conners automation

Spikemark

Job description

Theatre Calgary is seeking a Head Stage Carpenter to supervise, coordinate, and maintain a safe stage for onstage productions and backstage operations at the Max Bell Theatre in Calgary. The role reports to the Production Manager and Technical Director and requires flexibility for evenings and weekends per production schedules.

Candidates should have strong technical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a dynamic, unionized environment.