Job Summary:

The Stage Production Carpenter and Studio Supervisor plays a crucial role in Theatre TCU providing essential on-campus support in overseeing the Scenic Construction and Installation Studio. This position will be instrumental in guiding, coordinating, and ensuring the physical features of student-driven projects within the Scenic Studio area. The Stage Production Carpenter will collaborate closely with student workers and other production staff within the Department of Theatre to oversee the creation of all scenic elements used in Theatre TCU productions.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Collaborates closely with directors, designers, and production teams to determine the physical requirements and specifications for scenic art and props.
2. Works alongside student interns to create high-quality scenic elements that align with the artistic vision of productions and uphold the department's high standards.
3. Provides guidance, training, and feedback to student designers and interns, ensuring their effective participation in scenic construction and installation.
4. Communicates regularly with other production departments and theater staff to advise on timelines for Scenic Studio projects, status of projects, or any complications/concerns that may result in changes to original set or prop design.
5. Delegates, coordinates, and oversees tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of scenic elements within production timelines.
6. Oversees the organization and maintenance of scenic studio inventories.
7. Ensures proper storage, maintenance, and repair of all tools, tuning of saws, and overall cleanliness of the studio.
8. Appropriately trains student workforce in the safe and appropriate use of industrial grade power tools and equipment in keeping with OSHA mandates. Oversees use of equipment within the shop to ensure proper safety guidelines are being followed.
9. Collaborates with other production departments, including scenic design, lighting, and sound, to ensure the seamless integration of scenic elements and props into overall productions.
10. Stays current with industry trends, best practices, techniques, and materials.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent in experience.
• 3 years’ experience in theatre carpentry and fabrication
• Demonstrable arc welding experience (MIG, FCAW, TIG, or Stick)
• Experience working in an art studio, theater production department, or other related environment

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience in managing and supervising a team, particularly one comprised of students with limited experience
• Experience working in an educational theater setting
• Experience operating and programming CNC based machinery

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a post-offer physical examination.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Proficiency in using design software or computer-aided design (CAD) tools for scenic build process and installation. (the department of Theatre works primarily in Vectorworks and Sketchup)
• Personnel lift (and scissor lift) Trainer Certification
• ETCP Rigging Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of theater safety practices and the ability to ensure a safe working environment for the team
• Skill in basic scenic fabrication and installation techniques.
• Skill in resourceful problem-solving and crafting innovative solutions from materials on hand
• Skill and interest in prototyping/problem-solving
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of collaborators
• Ability to use time management skills and work effectively under pressure to meet production deadlines
• Ability to consistently demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to achieving high-quality fabrication of Scenic elements
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable working in a fast-paced and ever-changing theater environment
• Ability to show passion, patience, and care in introducing a diverse range of students with varying degrees of experience to the craft of scenic fabrication & installation.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 50 lbs. Ability to lift heavier objects (~60lbs) with assistance.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

AA/EEO Statement:

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.