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Chef Machiniste de Scène & Accessoire – Spectacle en tournée | Head of Stage Carpentry & Props – Touring Show

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Location
*En tournée | On tour
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Machiniste de Scène et accessoires | Stage Carpentry & Props
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Availability to tour internationally full-time and work in foreign countries
  • College diploma in live entertainment, theatre production, or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum 5 years experience in Stage Carpentry & Props within the entertainment industry
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in a technical entertainment setting
  • 2 years of touring experience
  • Proven leadership and team-building skills
Nice to have
  • Woodworking, stage panel repair, fiberglass, metalworking, rigging, welding, mechanical, pneumatic and electrical skills
  • Previous experience working with low voltage circuitry, scenic painting, molding and fiberglass
  • Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
What the job really is

The Head of Department for Carpentry & Props is responsible for leading the team in a touring show, overseeing the construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of stage elements and props. This role requires collaboration with the Technical and Artistic Directors, managing HR tasks, budgets, and ensuring safety compliance while maintaining artistic integrity. The position involves extensive travel and requires strong leadership and technical skills in a fast-paced environment.

Things to weigh
  • Position involves extensive international travel and working abroad
  • Role requires managing multiple priorities in a dynamic touring environment
  • No specific salary or benefits mentioned in the posting.
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