Head Carpenter

The Head Carpenter works in all shows and events that require the use of the Stage Department at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle when STG is Promoting in the space. Events include corporate events, dance, comedy, and musical acts, among others. The responsibilities include working with the Production Manager to ensure the safe running and supervising of local crews, assigning crews, and working with other stage departments to complete the needs of the show. Must be able and willing to work with all departments in the theater for non-departmental shows (ie Non-Yellow Card shows) as directed by the Production Manager. This position earns $43/hour and receives benefits as outlined in STG’s contract with IATSE Local 15.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned)
• Ability to work with a team in all aspects of interaction (house crew, Local IATSE over hire Crew, Road Crew, and Clients)
• Ability to work with the Production Manager with work duties and priorities as assigned.
• Ability to lead a crew of varying sizes.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities of a show and fluctuating schedule in a positive manner.
• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted.
• Ability to work a safe and predictable manner under stressful conditions and long hours.
• Ability to be proactive in work assignments and work independently.
• Will be the primary contact with clients on and backstage to assess the day of needs of the show

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have working knowledge of traditional Stage Carpentry and be able to work with and maintain all stage carpentry equipment. (ie soft goods, stage surface, fly system, carpentry pieces, grid work)
• Ability to safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
• Ability to work from and climb an elevated position.
• Demonstrated attention to details.
• Knowledge and ability to run show cues
• A good general working knowledge of Lighting, Sound, A/V, and Props
• Speaking additional languages such as Spanish or ASL is a plus

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• Vision – corrected vision close to 20/20 is necessary.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking – about 80% of the time is spent standing and walking.

Interested parties should send a current resume to-