Scene Shop Lead: Scenic Construction & Tech Supervisor

Playbill, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Gulfshore Playhouse in Naples, FL seeks a Scene Shop Supervisor to lead scenic construction, rigging, and dry tech for a diverse season. The role reports to the Assistant Technical Director and collaborates with the TD staff to ensure builds meet drawings and timelines.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with 3 years' field experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Weekend/evening work may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret working drawings/elevations and cut lists.
• Advanced scenic construction techniques and material knowledge.
• Experience with power tools and construction equipment (saws, welding, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead scenic construction, rigging, and dry tech in the scene shop.
• Supervise and train Seasonal Staff; delegate projects to carpenters and technicians.
• Maintain build schedules and ensure all scenery is built to drawings before load-in.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized shop environment and manage shop inventories.

Skills

Drawings & elevations

Scenic construction

Power tools operation

Verbal & written communication

Time & staff management

Multitasking under deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Gulfshore Playhouse in Naples, FL seeks a Scene Shop Supervisor to lead scenic construction, rigging, and dry tech for a diverse season. The role reports to the Assistant Technical Director and collaborates with the TD staff to ensure builds meet drawings and timelines.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with 3 years' field experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Weekend/evening work may be required.