Hyper-Real Set Decorator Carpenter

Strategic Operations, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Operations, Inc. seeks a skilled Set Decorator Carpenter with at least 3 years of hands-on carpentry experience to support building, installing, and maintaining sets, props, and decorative structures for diverse production environments.

The role requires translating drawings and production requirements into finished set elements, with the flexibility to work independently or with teams across the U.S. and internationally.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional carpentry or related fabrication experience.
• Experience with set construction, set decoration, scenic fabrication, theatrical production, film/television production, events, exhibits, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of carpentry techniques, materials, hardware, and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Construct, modify, install, and dismantle set decoration elements, scenic structures, furniture, fixtures, displays, and other production-related builds.
• Perform basic to advanced carpentry tasks, including measuring, cutting, fitting, assembling, reinforcing, and installing wood, metal, and other materials.
• Build and adapt set pieces and decorative elements to meet design specifications, dimensions, and production requirements.
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, plans, elevations, and technical instructions to accurately execute builds.
• Work closely with set decorators, designers, art department personnel, and project leads to achieve the desired look, functionality, and finish of set elements.
• Make on-site adjustments, repairs, and modifications to set decoration and scenic elements as required during installation and production.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with loading, unloading, installation, strike, storage, and transportation of set decoration materials and finished elements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while protecting finished sets, locations, and surrounding property.
• Support senior carpenters, set decorators, and project leads with additional fabrication and installation tasks as needed.
• Travel to various production and job sites, including occasional international assignments.
• Follow all safety, security, production, and site-specific requirements, including requirements associated with U.S. military installations.

Skills

Carpentry

Reading blueprints

Tool proficiency

Safety awareness

Collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Carpentry equipment

Job description

Strategic Operations, Inc. seeks a skilled Set Decorator Carpenter with at least 3 years of hands-on carpentry experience to support building, installing, and maintaining sets, props, and decorative structures for diverse production environments.

The role requires translating drawings and production requirements into finished set elements, with the flexibility to work independently or with teams across the U.S. and internationally.