SCENIC CARPENTERS (Seeking 2-3)
Group 1 Start Date: August 20th or 25th, 3-4 weeks, 20+ hours per week.
Group 2 Start Date: October 6th, 3-4 weeks, 20+ hours per week.
Both groups have the possibility to renew into future seasons.
Shop hours: 1-5pm, Monday-Friday
Reports to: Technical Director


Position Description
Baldwin Wallace University+rsquo;s Conservatory of Performing Arts is seeking 2-3 Scenic Carpenters for Fall 2025, with the possibility of renewing into Spring of 2026 and future production seasons. The Scenic Carpenter is responsible for the construction and fabrication of scenery under the direction of the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director. The Scenic Carpenter will read plans and execute scenery based on technical drawings. This position will interact with BW undergraduate students, with opportunity to lead them on projects or serving as a mentor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Construct scenic elements as directed by the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director.
- Read and execute technical design drawings.
- Safe operation and use of standard power tools: table saw, circular saw, impact drivers and drills, panel saw, jigsaw, routers, sanders, pneumatics, and hand tools.
- Assist in rigging scenery
- Assist in assembling scenery in position on stage
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace
- Follow Health and Safety protocols

Qualifications:
- 5+ years of professional carpentry experience
- Experience building scenery and furniture
- Experience rigging
- Able to read construction drawings
- Able to work with students safely, effectively, and positively
- Able to routinely lift and move 50 lbs
- Able to climb ladders and scaffolding to work at heights when necessary
- Self-motivated, effective problem-solving abilities, and time management skills

Ideal Qualifications:
- Experience with welding
- Eager to educate and mentor undergraduate students
- Knowledge of Vectorworks


TO APPLY:
Please send resume and brief introduction of yourself with the subject line "Scenic Carpenter: (First Name, Last Name)" to the contact email.