Scenic Carpenter Changeover Crew

  • Contract / Stipend
  • Part Time
  • Chicago
  • May 10, 2025

Website Court Theatre

Court Theatre, a department of the University of Chicago, is seeking candidates for a Scenic Carpenter Changeover Crew. Scenic Carpenters will participate in strike and load-in for the upcoming production on our main stage. Typical workday is 9:00a-5:30p.

Ideal candidates will possess the following skills/attributes:

Working knowledge of power tools and hand tools

Previous experience in theatrical carpentry

Ability to take direction and work independently

Knowledge of safe practices

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds

Offered Work Time Period:

Week 1: May 19th – May 23rd

Week 2: May 26th – May 30th

Additional Work Day(s) might be added

*partial and extended availability will also be considered.

Instructions to Apply:

Please send a resume and references to the email below.
As a potential employee of the University of Chicago, candidates will need to pass a criminal background check prior to their first day. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

To apply for this job email your details to CourtTheatreHiring@gmail.com

Pay Rate/Range*: $22 per hour and time and a half after 40 hours