Theatre Carpenter – Scene Shop (I/II)

Oregon Shakespeare Festival; Ashland (OR); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR invites skilled carpenters to join our Scene Shop. Carpenters I or II will construct, install, transport, maintain, and strike scenic elements across productions, working individually and with teams using wood, metal, rigging, automation, painting, and other scenic disciplines.

Two years of professional theatrical scenic construction experience is required; Carpenter II requires advanced demonstrated skills in woodworking, metalworking,

Qualifications

• Two years of professional theatrical scenic construction experience required.
• Carpenter I: basic demonstrated skills; Carpenter II: advanced demonstrated skills in theatrical woodworking, metalworking and welding, trim fabrication, sewing, foam carving/sculpting, and theatrical rigging.

Responsibilities

• Build & fabricate scenic elements using wood, metal, trim and detail fabrication, sewing, painting, carving, and other techniques.
• Install & maintain scenery, participate in load-ins, rigging, and softgoods installation; maintain and repair during performances.
• Strike, transport, and package scenic elements and materials.
• Support Shop Operations by maintaining clean, organized spaces and assisting with material inventory.
• Collaborate with Scene Shop and other departments on multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Woodworking

Metalworking

Welding

Trim fabrication

Sewing

Foam carving

Theatrical rigging

Tools

CAD software

Forklift operation

CNC machines

Job description

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR invites skilled carpenters to join our Scene Shop. Carpenters I or II will construct, install, transport, maintain, and strike scenic elements across productions, working individually and with teams using wood, metal, rigging, automation, painting, and other scenic disciplines.

Two years of professional theatrical scenic construction experience is required; Carpenter II requires advanced demonstrated skills in woodworking, metalworking,