Head of Carpentry – Blue Man Group North American Tour
for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to include sections only if posting has real specific content.
Let's parse posting:
- Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026 (maybe schedule? It's a schedule but not specific days; but we can include schedule if posting states them. It says Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026. That's a schedule. Should we include a Schedule section? The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. It does state tour dates, so we can include Schedule with that info. However we need to avoid filler like "varies". This is specific: October 2026 - December 2026. So include.
- About The Role: we have a paragraph. That's About the role.
- Key Responsibilities: list of duties. Use - .
- Leadership and Collaboration: could be part of Responsibilities? It's separate but still responsibilities. Could combine under Responsibilities. But we can keep as part of Responsibilities.
- Touring and Load-In/Out: also responsibilities.
- Administration and Budget Management: responsibilities.
- Safety Champion: responsibilities.
- Key Attributes: could be Skills or Qualities. Could be Skills section.
- Qualifications: list.
- Compensation and Benefits: includes pay rate and benefits statement. So we need Benefits and Pay sections. Pay: $1,400 USD/week. Benefits: "competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits during active tour periods." That's vague but mentions benefits. We can include Benefits section with that statement. However instruction: never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g. "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD"). The phrase "competitive salary commensurate with experience" is somewhat filler but it's actual statement. It's not placeholder like "commensurate with experience" alone? It's part of sentence. Might be okay. But we also have specific pay rate. So we can include Pay section with the specific rate. Benefits section can mention "benefits during active tour periods". That's not too vague? It's still vague but it's actual statement. Might be acceptable.
- About Blue Man Group: could be omitted? Not required heading. Could be included as a paragraph but no heading needed. The instruction: Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can include About the role, Responsibilities, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We don't have Requirements separate; qualifications cover. Skills we can put Key Attributes.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So no heading for Head of Carpentry.
We must not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings; none present.
We must remove boilerplate: EEO etc. At end there is EEO statement about Cirque du Soleil. Remove that.
Also remove "About Blue Man Group" maybe not needed as heading but could be a paragraph under no heading? The instruction: Use
for prose. So we can include a paragraph about Blue Man Group without heading. That's fine.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from sections.
Let's extract content:
About The Role paragraph: "Blue Man Group, part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, is seeking an experienced Head of Carpentry to lead the Carpentry Department for the 2026 A New Holiday Surprise Touring production. The Head of Carpentry is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and operation of all scenic elements, staging, truss systems, and automation components used in the show. This role oversees the safe assembly and disassembly of the set at each venue, ensures the structural integrity of all scenic elements, and leads a team of touring and local stage technicians to maintain the show’s technical and creative standards."
Key Responsibilities bullet points (list). Let's capture each line:
- Scenic Operations and Maintenance
Lead the Carpentry Department to achieve and sustain the desired technical and creative standards for each performance.
Supervise and participate in the setup, maintenance, and operation of all scenic, deck, and automation elements of the show.
Oversee the assembly and rigging of stage trusses, soft goods, platforms, and flown scenic pieces.
Manage cue track documentation and oversee the safe operation of all automated elements.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or automation issues quickly to minimize show impact.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs of all scenic and rigging components.
Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to adapt scenic layouts and automation systems to fit each venue.
Ensure the safety and reliability of all scenic structures, rigging, and automation operations at every stop.
- Leadership and Collaboration
Supervise, train, and mentor the Assistant Carpenter and any automation personnel, ensuring consistent show performance and safe practices.
Oversee and direct local stage crews during load-ins, performances, and loadouts.
Coordinate with the Production Manager, Head of Lighting, Head of Video, and Head of Props to ensure seamless integration of all technical departments.
Participate in daily production meetings and post-show notes sessions to address technical issues or improvements.
Work collaboratively with Stage Management to execute scene changes and ensure the onstage environment remains safe and organized.
Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment that supports safety, efficiency, and communication.
- Touring and Load-In/Out
Plan and manage all scenic load-ins and loadouts, ensuring safe and efficient installation and removal of all scenic and automation components.
Direct truck packs and supervise the organization of touring equipment, truss, and scenic pieces for transport.
Adapt setup procedures to accommodate venue-specific dimensions and logistical constraints.
Maintain an ongoing dialogue with venue production personnel to ensure compliance with local rigging and safety regulations.
Participate in venue advances and special projects as directed by the Production Manager.
- Administration and Budget Management
Oversee departmental purchasing, inventory, and budget in collaboration with the Production Manager.
Track expenditures and forecast maintenance and replacement needs.
Maintain documentation for scenic inspections, rigging certifications, and maintenance schedules.
Support cost control by identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies while maintaining artistic integrity.
- Safety Champion
Enforce all Blue Man Group and CDSEG health and safety policies throughout all scenic and rigging operations.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and local venue safety standards.
Conduct and document regular inspections of scenic and rigging equipment.
Promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of performers, crew, and local staff.
Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to address and correct potential safety issues immediately.
Key Attributes (Skills):
Excellent leadership and crew management skills.
Strong technical understanding of stage carpentry, automation, and rigging systems.
Effective communicator and collaborative team player.
Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure.
Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in troubleshooting.
Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Technical Theatre, Stagecraft, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in stage carpentry or technical direction for live productions, including touring experience.
Strong knowledge of theatrical rigging, truss systems, automation, and mechanical systems.
Demonstrated experience leading crews and executing load-ins and loadouts.
Certification in rigging or automation operation preferred.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work safely at heights.
Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Nov 2026–Dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a full-time, exempt touring contract offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits during active tour periods.
The standard pay rate for this position is $1,400 USD/week.
Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026 (maybe schedule).
About Blue Man Group paragraph: "Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings."
We need to remove EEO boilerplate. The last two sentences about inclusivity and neutral writing could be considered boilerplate? It's about inclusivity but might be considered EEO. The instruction: Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. So we should remove the sentences about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group commitment to accessibility, inclusive workplace, ambassador of equality, eliminating discrimination, neutral and inclusive writing. That's EEO boilerplate. So we should keep only the first two sentences about Blue Man Group being a global entertainment phenomenon etc. Possibly also keep "Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide." That's factual not EEO. The following sentences are EEO. So we will keep only up to that sentence.
Thus About Blue Man Group paragraph: "Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide."
Now we need to output HTML fragment.
Structure:
About the role
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Responsibilities
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- ? The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can make each duty as
- . Could include the subheading as part of the
- text. Eg:
- Scenic Operations and Maintenance: Lead the Carpentry Department ...
. That seems fine.
We need to preserve all details. So we will create list items for each bullet point, maybe grouping under subheadings.
Simplify: create list items for each bullet line (including the subheading lines). We'll keep the subheading as part of the item.
Let's extract each line:
Scenic Operations and Maintenance:
- Lead the Carpentry Department to achieve and sustain the desired technical and creative standards for each performance.
- Supervise and participate in the setup, maintenance, and operation of all scenic, deck, and automation elements of the show.
- Oversee the assembly and rigging of stage trusses, soft goods, platforms, and flown scenic pieces.
- Manage cue track documentation and oversee the safe operation of all automated elements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or automation issues quickly to minimize show impact.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs of all scenic and rigging components.
- Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to adapt scenic layouts and automation systems to fit each venue.
- Ensure the safety and reliability of all scenic structures, rigging,
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can include About the role, Responsibilities, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We don't have Requirements separate; qualifications cover. Skills we can put Key Attributes. We must not repeat job title as heading. So no heading for Head of Carpentry. We must not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings; none present. We must remove boilerplate: EEO etc. At end there is EEO statement about Cirque du Soleil. Remove that. Also remove "About Blue Man Group" maybe not needed as heading but could be a paragraph under no heading? The instruction: Use
for prose. So we can include a paragraph about Blue Man Group without heading. That's fine. We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from sections. Let's extract content: About The Role paragraph: "Blue Man Group, part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, is seeking an experienced Head of Carpentry to lead the Carpentry Department for the 2026 A New Holiday Surprise Touring production. The Head of Carpentry is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and operation of all scenic elements, staging, truss systems, and automation components used in the show. This role oversees the safe assembly and disassembly of the set at each venue, ensures the structural integrity of all scenic elements, and leads a team of touring and local stage technicians to maintain the show’s technical and creative standards." Key Responsibilities bullet points (list). Let's capture each line: - Scenic Operations and Maintenance Lead the Carpentry Department to achieve and sustain the desired technical and creative standards for each performance. Supervise and participate in the setup, maintenance, and operation of all scenic, deck, and automation elements of the show. Oversee the assembly and rigging of stage trusses, soft goods, platforms, and flown scenic pieces. Manage cue track documentation and oversee the safe operation of all automated elements. Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or automation issues quickly to minimize show impact. Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs of all scenic and rigging components. Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to adapt scenic layouts and automation systems to fit each venue. Ensure the safety and reliability of all scenic structures, rigging, and automation operations at every stop. - Leadership and Collaboration Supervise, train, and mentor the Assistant Carpenter and any automation personnel, ensuring consistent show performance and safe practices. Oversee and direct local stage crews during load-ins, performances, and loadouts. Coordinate with the Production Manager, Head of Lighting, Head of Video, and Head of Props to ensure seamless integration of all technical departments. Participate in daily production meetings and post-show notes sessions to address technical issues or improvements. Work collaboratively with Stage Management to execute scene changes and ensure the onstage environment remains safe and organized. Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment that supports safety, efficiency, and communication. - Touring and Load-In/Out Plan and manage all scenic load-ins and loadouts, ensuring safe and efficient installation and removal of all scenic and automation components. Direct truck packs and supervise the organization of touring equipment, truss, and scenic pieces for transport. Adapt setup procedures to accommodate venue-specific dimensions and logistical constraints. Maintain an ongoing dialogue with venue production personnel to ensure compliance with local rigging and safety regulations. Participate in venue advances and special projects as directed by the Production Manager. - Administration and Budget Management Oversee departmental purchasing, inventory, and budget in collaboration with the Production Manager. Track expenditures and forecast maintenance and replacement needs. Maintain documentation for scenic inspections, rigging certifications, and maintenance schedules. Support cost control by identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies while maintaining artistic integrity. - Safety Champion Enforce all Blue Man Group and CDSEG health and safety policies throughout all scenic and rigging operations. Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and local venue safety standards. Conduct and document regular inspections of scenic and rigging equipment. Promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of performers, crew, and local staff. Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to address and correct potential safety issues immediately. Key Attributes (Skills): Excellent leadership and crew management skills. Strong technical understanding of stage carpentry, automation, and rigging systems. Effective communicator and collaborative team player. Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure. Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in troubleshooting. Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Technical Theatre, Stagecraft, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in stage carpentry or technical direction for live productions, including touring experience. Strong knowledge of theatrical rigging, truss systems, automation, and mechanical systems. Demonstrated experience leading crews and executing load-ins and loadouts. Certification in rigging or automation operation preferred. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work safely at heights. Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Nov 2026–Dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel. Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time, exempt touring contract offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits during active tour periods. The standard pay rate for this position is $1,400 USD/week. Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026 (maybe schedule). About Blue Man Group paragraph: "Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings." We need to remove EEO boilerplate. The last two sentences about inclusivity and neutral writing could be considered boilerplate? It's about inclusivity but might be considered EEO. The instruction: Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. So we should remove the sentences about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group commitment to accessibility, inclusive workplace, ambassador of equality, eliminating discrimination, neutral and inclusive writing. That's EEO boilerplate. So we should keep only the first two sentences about Blue Man Group being a global entertainment phenomenon etc. Possibly also keep "Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide." That's factual not EEO. The following sentences are EEO. So we will keep only up to that sentence. Thus About Blue Man Group paragraph: "Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide." Now we need to output HTML fragment. Structure:
About the role
...
Responsibilities
- ... (maybe combine all responsibilities into list items; each bullet could be a list item; but we have subheadings within responsibilities. Could we keep subheadings as inside
- ? The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can make each duty as
- . Could include the subheading as part of the
- text. Eg:
- Scenic Operations and Maintenance: Lead the Carpentry Department ... . That seems fine. We need to preserve all details. So we will create list items for each bullet point, maybe grouping under subheadings. Simplify: create list items for each bullet line (including the subheading lines). We'll keep the subheading as part of the item. Let's extract each line: Scenic Operations and Maintenance: - Lead the Carpentry Department to achieve and sustain the desired technical and creative standards for each performance. - Supervise and participate in the setup, maintenance, and operation of all scenic, deck, and automation elements of the show. - Oversee the assembly and rigging of stage trusses, soft goods, platforms, and flown scenic pieces. - Manage cue track documentation and oversee the safe operation of all automated elements. - Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or automation issues quickly to minimize show impact. - Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs of all scenic and rigging components. - Collaborate with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team to adapt scenic layouts and automation systems to fit each venue. - Ensure the safety and reliability of all scenic structures, rigging,
- ? The instruction: Use