Entertainment Tech - Scenic

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun seeks a skilled scenic technician to join the Event Design Shop. The role involves building scenic elements for ballroom events, promotional displays, and casino décor across carpentry, welding, sewing, and painting disciplines.

You will read and implement construction drawings and elevations, participate in packing, shipping, installing and striking scenery, and uphold strict safety standards. A willingness to learn and collaborate is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; four years of professional scenic staging experience or a bachelor’s degree in technical theater.
• Ability to read and interpret scenic renderings, drawings, and elevations; familiarity with lighting, set design, and sound systems preferred.
• Ability to work safely and effectively at heights; willingness to learn multiple disciplines and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Construct scenic décor for events and decor across carpentry, welding, painting, sewing, and related disciplines.
• Assist with packing, shipping, installing and striking scenery around the property.
• Read and execute work from construction drawings, renderings, blueprints and paint elevations.
• Maintain shop safety and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Support Sports and Entertainment with load in/out and operate lift equipment as needed.

Skills

Scenic carpentry

Cabinetry/Finish carpentry

Welding

Sewing

Scenic painting

Electrical knowledge

Reading blueprints/renderings

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Four years of theatrical staging experience or BA in technical theater

Reading/rendering proficiency & lighting/set design knowledge preferred

Tools

SketchUp Pro

Easel

Saw Stop Table Saw

CNC Router

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for responsible for assisting the Event Design Shop team in the construction of scenic elements for events at Mohegan Sun. The following disciplines are all welcome with our Event Design Shop Team; framing, advanced woodworking, welding, scenic painting, sewing, and low voltage wiring, and other related disciplines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the construction of scenic décor for ballroom events, promotional displays, and casino decoration within one or more of the following disciplines: Scenic Carpentry, Cabinetry/Finish Carpentry, Welding, Sewing, Scenic Painting, Commercial Painting, Props Lighting/Electrical
• Participates in the packing, shipping, installing and striking of all scenery around the property
• Reads and executes work based on construction drawings, renderings, blueprints, paint elevations, etc.
• Adheres to shop safety protocols and maintains a clean working environment
• Comes to work with a willingness to learn and collaborate with others

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Sports and Entertainment team with load in and load out of equipment for events throughout the property at locations such as, but not limited to, the Mohegan Sun Arena, Wolf Den, Cabaret, and marketing events
• Operates lift equipment as needed

Minimum Education and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Four years of professional experience working with theatrical staging and design or a related field ~OR~ A bachelor’s degree in technical theater or a related field
• Knowledge of reading and comprehending scenic renderings and designs is preferred
• Knowledge of theatre lighting, set design, and sound systems is preferred
• Understanding of basic electrical and mechanical systems is preferredAble to work independently and as a part of a team
• Must be able to work safely at 60’ or more

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge and safe operation of the equipment used throughout the property
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
• Tie theatrical and rigging knots such as bowline, clove hitch, figure eight

Training Requirements

• Certification in the operation of fork trucks, motorized pallet jacks, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and 24’ box trucks
• Completion of Mohegan Sun Safety training to safely operate large power tools in the Event Design Shop such as Saw Stop Table Saw, Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Band Saw, Welder, Planer, CNC Router, etc.
• Must be willing to learn multiple disciplines of construction and finish work
• May be expected to learn drafting for Sketch Up Pro and Easel software

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend and climb for extended periods of time
• Must be able to climb and work at heights that may exceed 60 feet
• Must be able to lift and move all necessary equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours
• Must use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in a shop environment.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with this job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes to the above job description whenever necessary.

Work Shift

Regular

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Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring.

"Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.

What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe.

What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe “The Spirit of Aquai”. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.