Deck Carpenter / Crew Chief – The Night of the Iguana - La Femme Theatre Productions

Following a successful pre-recorded virtual reading, and two virtual benefit presentations for The Actors Fund, La Femme Theatre Productions is mounting an Off-Broadway production of Tennessee Williams’s The Night of the Iguana on the Irene Diamond Stage, the premier venue of the Signature Center.



The Production is accepting application submissions for Deck Carpenter / Crew Chief. Performances run Wednesday through Sunday, alternating between 5 and 6 shows per week.



Key Dates:

Backstage Prep and Prop Load IN: November 27-28

Tech: December 1 - 13

Previews: December 6 - 16, 2023

Opening: December 17, 2023

Closing: Feb 25, 2024

Load Out: February 27 - March 3, 2024 (TBD)



All candidates should possess technical experience in the appropriate department, a working knowledge of show running/maintenance, and prior experience on load in crews. Physical requirements of the job may include standing, bending, lifting, climbing short ladders, and using stairs. We are willing to train the right candidates from non-traditional backgrounds.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:



-Responsible for all theatrical and stage scenic elements, including installation, de-installation, and maintenance of various scenic materials and types.

- Maintain, modify, and repair scenery and/or props.

- Set up and strike scenery and other equipment for rehearsals and other events.

- Cooperate with other carpenters to help facilitate the completion of all work within the scheduled time frame.

- Create a positive and creative atmosphere by approaching tasks with an adaptable frame of mind.

- Work with department heads to develop and execute routine maintenance in order to maintain consistent operation of the show

- Communicate effectively with other departments and stage management



Qualifications:

- Relevant experience in carpentry, props, and rigging

- Experience building, maintaining and repairing scenic and prop elements

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

- Ability to work long hours, including nights and weekends.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Efficient, effective, and a strong communicator and collaborator

- Enjoy a fast-paced environment with frequent changes

- Committed to safety, professionalism, and a growth mindset

- Ability to work in New York City



Wages and Benefits:

These are part time, non-exempt positions with specific work rules.

- W-2 Employees, all appropriate taxes withheld. Direct Deposit available

- $1,400.00, paid weekly on a 1/5th scale, inclusive of Tech, Show Calls and Performances, and additional rehearsals



The normal pay week is Monday – Sunday



Call Length:

- Theatrical calls are booked at a minimum of 4 hours, in whole hour increments.



To Apply:

Please email jobs@tincproductions.com, SUBJECT: Deck Carpenter / Crew Chief, with the following:

- Resume

- Optional: a personal statement as to why you’re interested in the role



Submissions will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.



La Femme Theatre Productions is an all-inclusive theater company dedicated to the exploration and celebration of the universal female experience. Its mission is to highlight and clarify the experiences of all women, particularly but not exclusively those of adult women, through the texts of both women and men, particularly but not exclusively those of the classic American canon – and to investigate the lens through which both women and men view women. Accordingly, La Femme endeavors to engender stage, film, television, and digital media projects that probe those lenses. Moreover, La Femme seeks to produce works that not only feature significant roles for women but also examine the meaning of female identity in yesterday's, today's, and tomorrow's worlds. And, by presenting and sharing these stories of the female experience, La Femme hopes to encourage girls and women of all ages and backgrounds to follow their dreams – and "break ceilings." To help "break those ceilings," La Femme will act to mentor young women by providing professional internships.
Salary: $1,400/wk