Part-time Theater Carpenter

The Pingry School; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pingry School is seeking a Part-time Theater Carpenter to join its award-winning Dramatic Arts Department. This role involves constructing and managing scenery for mainstage productions, requiring performing arts experience and a commitment to student development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees

Qualifications

• Experience with Middle & Upper School students is a plus.
• Must have a portfolio of past theater work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Construct and mount scenery for various theatrical productions.
• Maintain shop tools and ensure safety during practices.
• Support a culture of access and equity in the technical theater program.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

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The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,100 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.

Position Summary

The Pingry School's award-winning Dramatic Arts Department, located in Basking Ridge, seeks a 10-month, part-time Theater Carpenter to join a diverse academic community. The Carpenter, under the supervision of the Head of Technical Theater & Design, is responsible for the construction, mounting load-in, and strike of scenery for 4 mainstage productions per season: the fall play in November, the winter musical in February, the senior play in March, and the spring musical in April. The work hours for the carpenter are generally 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. daily, but can be negotiated based on availability. Safety is the primary concern, and candidates must understand safety protocol in a practicum setting. The ideal candidate should possess performing arts experience and must be able to manage heavy lifting and position set pieces according to specifications. The carpenter is committed to guiding young people as they develop their understanding of contemporary stagecraft in a student-centered theater environment. The candidate of choice seeks growth and learning every day, both personally and professionally, and inspires others to do the same through optimism, selflessness, flexibility, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry (including finish and trim).
• Construction, mounting, strike, and rigging of scenery from technical drawings and elevations.
• Periodic maintenance of shop tools.
• Supporting and sustaining a culture of access and equity in the technical theater program.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with Middle & Upper School students is a plus.
• A portfolio containing samples of past theater work is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to project and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team player with a can-do attitude and collaborative spirit.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods while performing various job duties during the course of a regular day. Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.).
• Experience creating, supporting, and sustaining a culture of access and equity in the Drama Department.
• In addition to honor and character, commitment to intellectual engagement, and appreciation for stewardship and sustainability, especially important is the candidate's ease with diverse constituencies and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive school community.
• The salary range for this position is $18,000 to $24,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and internal organization and peer data at Pingry are also considered.
  
  

Pingry offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans with employer matching; life and disability insurance; tuition remission for employees' children; and access to wellness and professional development resources.

A full list of benefits is available at www.pingry.org/careers.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers.

The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Pingry School's employment policy is that individuals will receive equal opportunity in all matters pertaining to recruitment, employment, salary, promotion, and assignment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or other basis proscribed by federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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