Description
The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.
Overview:
Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please note that this is a part-time, as needed position. If hired, the shop supervisor will add your name to a list and will reach out when there is work available.
Carpenter Responsibilities:
- Construct scenery using industry techniques and materials.
- Build and install scenic elements from construction drawings or designer drawings as directed.
- Build and install scenic elements using safe and efficient techniques.
- Participate in strike of scenic elements.
- Implement basic safe rigging techniques for theater venues.
- Work weekends and evenings as needed
- Ability to work independently
Stage Operations Responsibilities:
- Setup and install items for an array of programing, including but not limited to: dance floors, orchestra layouts, show decks, acoustic shells, and soft goods.
- Under the guidance of the Stage Operations team, act as run crew for performances and events throughout the School.
- Theater Maintenance
- Venue and Operational Improvement Projects
- Scenery Strikes/Load-ins
- Any other duties deemed necessary for the efficient and professional execution of Juilliard programing.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required:
- Previous experience as a stagehand or equivalent in a performance/theatrical setting.
- Working knowledge of theatrical knots (e.g. clove hitch, bowline, trucker’s hitch, etc.) and practices.
- Ability to keep scheduled commitments.
- Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and timelines.
- Expected to work within a theatrical team and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
- Ability to adhere to rigging/flying safety protocols.
- Must follow all health and safety guidelines deemed necessary by New York State, New York City, and The Juilliard School.
- Must be able to stand, kneel, climb, and lift a reasonable amount within the standard expectations of the position.
- Understanding of the mission of The Juilliard School as well as the School’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Willingness to participate in Juilliard’s inclusive policies and help promote a safe space.
Preferred:
- Automation/Rigging knowledge a plus
- Carpentry power tool knowledge a plus
Salary Range:
Starting at $30.25 per hour
Salary :
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