Production Carpenter Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure

Job Title: Production Carpenter– Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure

Division/Department: Rail Events Productions/Crew

Reports To: Director of Production & Production Manager

Type of position: Hourly

Employee Classification: Seasonal

Compensation: $28/hr

Job Summary: The Lead Carpenter will work with the Production Managers and production team during preproduction and specified event load-ins across the U.S. to install scenic elements of the event in accordance with design and construction requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the production managers and production staff to oversee prep, installation, and strike of all scenic elements.
• Coordinate with production management the rental and installation of necessary support systems for the sets.
• Coordinate with production management the rental and deliveries of any machinery required for installation of the sets.
• Create all necessary documentation for onsite crews to load in sets.
• Visit all fabrication shops prior to installation to see progress and work with shops to develop trucking and onsite install plan.
• Handle all shop prep, refreshing, and required repairs of the sets.
• Coordinate with production management recruitment of the local crew who will load in and install the sets.
• Be available via phone/email throughout the run of events to answer questions and/or troubleshoot.
• Work with the production staff during load out to see that event space is returned appropriately and all scenery is packed properly for transport
• Communicates regularly with REP staff with regards to creative and practical ideas and decisions as well as project statuses.
• Become knowledgeable with all of the REP policies and procedures as well as the REP-owned assets and equipment.
• Become familiar with railroad safety rules.
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and guests.
• Assist with other REP warehouse activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Skill & Work Experience Requirements

• Experience as a theatrical technician, specifically a Carpenter or Technical Director.
• Experience with outdoor rigging.
• Experience as an equipment operator.
• Experience with power and hand tools.
• General knowledge of engineering.
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced work environment.
• Frequent long intervals of walking, standing, bending, and lifting
• Domestic travel
• Evening and weekend work

What’s in it for you?

• Join the cast and crew of a one-of-a-kind Broadway-stye performance on a moving train 
• Serve others and create a world of make believe and magic
• Great industry pay and a chance to build upon your theater network and make lifelong connections
• Enrich and positively impact the holiday experience for all – big and small
• Be part of an inclusive team in a supportive environment with high expectations for self and your fellow teammates
• Catered meals for 5-show days
• Comp tickets for your friends and family

Working on Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure is unlike anything you will ever do. This immersive experience is entirely unique to Rail Events Productions. The challenge of producing a full-length production on a moving train is one of the most rewarding experiences as an artist or technician. With a total cast and crew of 40-50 people onsite every day and the possibility of over 2,000 guests, our days can be chaotic. With such a fast-paced environment, the team at Rail Events Productions takes care to properly support and teach everyone the best ways to accomplish their jobs. We strive to build a space where employees are safe and encouraged to grow throughout their time with the company.