Aspen Music Festival Scenic Craftsman

3 days ago


Aspen, Colorado, United States Aspen Music Festival Full time
Theatrical Set Construction Specialist

The Aspen Music Festival is seeking a skilled Theatrical Set Construction Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our production crew, you will be responsible for assisting in the building, installation, and running of theatrical scenery.

Our scenic construction team works under the supervision of the Production Manager to create breathtaking sets for our mainstage productions. This season's productions will include Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte and Puccini's La Boheme, which will be performed in the 2,050 seat Klein Music Tent and Historic Wheeler Opera House throughout an 8-week summer season.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Construct scenery as assigned according to shop drawings while utilizing time, materials and tools in the most efficient manner.
  • Participate in the load-in, running, and strike of productions.
  • Maintain and organize shop equipment and tools.
  • Adhere to the highest safety standards for the job site, the operation of tools and the operation of scenic pieces and theatrical equipment.

Requirements:
  • Currently pursuing or graduated with a degree in Technical Theater with a concentration in scenic construction or technical direction or equivalent professional experience.
  • Previous experience in scenic construction for theatrical productions.
  • A strong working knowledge of welding and rigging is considered advantageous but not required.
  • Candidates must have sensitivity to the needs of staff, designers, guest artists, faculty, and student performers and a proven ability to work well with others.
  • Candidates must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and materials or, of greater weights in tandem with additional crew member assistance and be comfortable and confident climbing stairs and ladders. Additionally, candidates must have a valid driver's license. A DMV check will be conducted for the candidate hired.

Compensation and Benefits:

$23.25/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $4.91/hour depending on location). Overtime pay applies. Benefits include an AMFS season pass and paid sick time.



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