Overhire, Scene Shop

Juilliard School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

AFL-CIO union affiliation

Part-time, as-needed work

Job summary

Juilliard School is seeking a part-time, as-needed Stagehand for theater programing and stage operations in New York. You will construct scenery, build and install elements from drawings, and participate in scenery strikes while applying basic safe rigging techniques.

Weekend and evening work is required, and independence is essential. You will work under the Stage Operations team to support performances, events, and venue maintenance, ensuring safety and efficiency in all production tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a stagehand or equivalent in a performance/theatrical setting.
• Working knowledge of theatrical knots (e.g. clove hitch, bowline, trucker’s hitch, etc.).
• Ability to keep scheduled commitments and adapt quickly to changing priorities and timelines.
• Understand the mission of Juilliard and promote equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Construct scenery using industry techniques and materials.
• Build and install scenic elements from construction or designer drawings.
• Participate in strike of scenic elements.
• Implement basic safe rigging techniques for theater venues.
• Work weekends and evenings as needed.
• Act as run crew for performances and events under Stage Operations guidance.
• Theater maintenance and venue improvement projects.

Skills

Stagehand experience

Theatrical knots knowledge

Adapt to change

Professional demeanor

Job description

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please note that this is a part-time, as needed position. If hired, the shop supervisor will add your name to a list and will reach out when there is work available.

• Construct scenery using industry techniques and materials.
• Build and install scenic elements from construction drawings or designer drawings as directed.
• Build and install scenic elements using safe and efficient techniques.
• Participate in strike of scenic elements.
• Implement basic safe rigging techniques for theater venues.
• Work weekends and evenings as needed
• Ability to work independently

Stage Operations Responsibilities:

• Setup and install items for an array of programing, including but not limited to: dance floors, orchestra layouts, show decks, acoustic shells, and soft goods.
• Under the guidance of the Stage Operations team, act as run crew for performances and events throughout the School.
• Theater Maintenance
• Venue and Operational Improvement Projects
• Scenery Strikes/Load-ins
• Any other duties deemed necessary for the efficient and professional execution of Juilliard programing.

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

• Previous experience as a stagehand or equivalent in a performance/theatrical setting.
• Working knowledge of theatrical knots (e.g. clove hitch, bowline, trucker’s hitch, etc.) and practices.
• Ability to keep scheduled commitments.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and timelines.
• Expected to work within a theatrical team andmaintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to adhere to rigging/flying safety protocols.
• Must follow all health and safety guidelines deemed necessary by New York State, New York City, and The Juilliard School.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, climb, and lift a reasonable amount within the standard expectations of the position.
• Understanding of the mission of The Juilliard School as well as the School’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Willingness to participate in Juilliard’s inclusive policies and help promote a safe space.

Preferred:

• Automation/Rigging knowledge a plus
• Carpentry power tool knowledge a plus

This position is part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada, AFL-CIO, CLC.

Salary Range:

Base positions start at $32.50 per hour.

Working at Juilliard

Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.

Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other’s company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on excellence, creative enterprise, and equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.

The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 503
• Job Category Production Hourly
• Posting Date 03/10/2023, 09:30 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 60 Lincoln Center Plz, New York, NY, 10023, US