Scenic Foreman

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the construction of scenic elements while coordinating with Scenic Team, Freelance labor, Producers, Production Managers, Stakeholders
• Work on multiple projects efficiently with high accuracy and attention to detail, within timeline and budget
• Work with and guide internal and external carpenters to ensure projects meet scope in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain the scenic shop, including cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and safe operation of power tools and equipment
• Attend planning, design, and production meetings as required
• Conduct safety training and enforce scenic shop safety policies
• Maintain inventories of building materials and supplies
• Cook up daily shop functions and operations with the Scenic Lead and Scenic Project Coordinator
• Prepare scenic elements, tools, and equipment for transportation
• Travel to project sites when needed to lead installation and strike
• Work independently or collaboratively on projects such as scenic sets, facility remodeling, custom consoles and furniture, road cases, general construction and maintenance work

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; and six years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Six years of successful carpentry and construction planning and execution experience in a fast-paced and diverse production environment, including woodworking, metalworking, painting, and finish carpentry
• Ability to read construction drawings
• Leadership skills to guide a team of carpenters, painters, and artists through the production process
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong troubleshooting skills, and self-motivation
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude
• Strong commitment to safety in all aspects of the build process
• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive cargo vans and small box trucks
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends