Flexible Overhire Carpenter – Scenic Production Campus-Based

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Part time

Job summary

The New School is looking for a qualified Overhire Carpenter to join the Scenic Department of the College of Performing Arts. This role involves assisting with the creation and alteration of scenery for various productions while working primarily in-person on campus.

Key responsibilities include constructing scenery, loading/unloading, and maintaining a safe workspace. Candidates should have experience with woodworking tools and the ability to lift 50lbs. The position offers $27.00 per hour and requires some flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with a range of woodworking tools.
• Ability to lift 50lbs comfortably.
• Prior experience as a stagehand or carpenter at other institutions.

Responsibilities

• Assume general hand duties as required by the Scenic Department.
• Assist with loading and unloading scenery into performance venues.
• Construct scenery in production shops.
• Use ladders to hang soft goods.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment during builds.

Skills

Familiarity with woodworking tools

Ability to lift 50lbs comfortably

Experience as a stagehand or carpenter

Job description

The New School is looking for a qualified Overhire Carpenter to join the Scenic Department of the College of Performing Arts. This role involves assisting with the creation and alteration of scenery for various productions while working primarily in-person on campus.

Key responsibilities include constructing scenery, loading/unloading, and maintaining a safe workspace. Candidates should have experience with woodworking tools and the ability to lift 50lbs. The position offers $27.00 per hour and requires some flexible scheduling.