Freelance Carpenter

Belgrade Theatre Trust (Coventry) Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Belgrade Theatre in Coventry is seeking experienced Freelance Carpenters to join the BTS Scenery Team on a project‑by‑project basis. You will support construction, modification and installation of scenery and stage sets for Belgrade Theatre productions and commercial clients.

Candidates should have a strong background in scenic construction and be capable of translating drawings and concepts into high‑quality builds in a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry for theatre scenery and sets.
• Ability to read technical drawings and build to spec.
• Reliable and able to work on a project-by-project basis.

Responsibilities

• Support construction, modification and installation of scenery and stage sets.
• Work as part of the BTS Scenery Team to deliver builds for Belgrade Theatre productions and commercial clients.
• Translate artistic concepts into practical, high-quality builds.

Skills

Carpentry

Scenic construction

Job description

Overview

Step into the spotlight as a Freelance Carpenter at the Belgrade Theatre. We are seeking experienced, skilled and reliable Freelance Carpenters to join our Workshop team on a project‑by‑project basis.

Working as part of the Belgrade Theatre Scenery Team, you will support the construction, modification and installation of scenery, stage sets and associated production elements for both Belgrade Theatre productions and commercial clients.

This role suits individuals with a strong background in scenic construction who thrive in creative environments and enjoy translating technical drawings and artistic concepts into practical, high‑quality builds.

Compensation & Details

Salary: £18 – £22 per hour depending on experience

Department: Belgrade Theatre Scenery (BTS)

Contract: Freelance / Self‑Employed

Hours: As required depending on production schedules and project demand

Reports to: BTS Head of Workshop

Location: Red Lane Workshop and Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

Disability Confident Employer

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum job criteria
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long‑term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
• At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

Contact

If you require any adjustments, accommodations or assistance at any stage of the recruitment or application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at [e-mail].