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L3DXR
Tinley Park, IL
LAST MINUTE | APPRENTICESHIP | Corporate / Trade Show | Professional Job

Expires: 03/03/27

Job Dates

09/07/26 - 10/31/26

Pay

28-38

We are looking for candidates who can safely operate common woodworking tools and construct from drawings, dimensions, reference images, or direction from a project lead. Theatre students, recent graduates, freelance theatre technicians, and experienced scenic fabricators are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities may include:

Building scenic walls, platforms, frames, dimensional props, displays, and themed elements
Working with plywood, dimensional lumber, MDF, plastics, foam, and other fabrication materials
Reading and working from shop drawings, construction drawings, cut lists, sketches, and field dimensions
Accurately measuring, cutting, assembling, fastening, and fitting components
Operating table saws, miter saws, circular saws, track saws, routers, jigsaws, drills, sanders, nailers, and other shop equipment
Preparing completed pieces for scenic finishing, installation, packing, or shipment
Assisting with mockups, test fits, final assembly, and project installation when required
Identifying practical construction solutions that maintain the design intent
Maintaining an organized work area and properly caring for tools and equipment
Following all shop safety, PPE, material-handling, and equipment-operation requirements
Working efficiently within project schedules and production deadlines
Preferred qualifications:

Scenic carpentry, theatrical production, themed entertainment, exhibit, display, prop, cabinet, or specialty-fabrication experience
Strong knowledge of common woodworking tools and safe shop practices
Ability to read basic construction drawings and accurately lay out work
Understanding of scenic construction methods, including flats, platforms, framing, skins, laminations, and dimensional assemblies
Ability to work independently while taking direction and collaborating with other fabricators
Experience with curved construction, irregular geometry, foam carving, laminates, plastics, or specialty materials is a plus
Basic welding or metal-fabrication experience is helpful but not required
Ability to safely lift and maneuver materials and completed scenic components
Dependability, attention to detail, and willingness to work within project-driven schedules
A formal theatre degree is not required. Practical fabrication skill, safe work habits, reliability, and the ability to solve problems are more important.

To apply, please submit:

A brief introduction and summary of relevant experience
Resume or work history
Portfolio, website, or photographs of completed work
A list of tools and fabrication methods with which you are comfortable
General availability
Two professional references, if available
Selected candidates may be invited to complete a paid practical skills evaluation before being scheduled for project work.

Contact

Amber Ainsworth

Operations Coordinator

ambera(at)l3dfx(dot)com

(464) 800-2115

Business Address

8500 W 185th Place

Tinley Park, IL 60487

Posted: 09/03/2026 16:53:58 EST

Last Updated: 09/04/2026 01:00 EST

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