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Job Title: Scenic Supervisor - 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
Qualifications
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
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
Working on Harry PotterTM: A Hogwarts Express Adventure is unlike anything you will ever do. This interactive and celebratory experience is a unique Rail Events production. 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 fast paced but rewarding and fun. 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.
Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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