Head Carpenter

Pacific Opera Victoria is one of the most influential professional opera companies in Canada. Its inspired repertoire comprises original productions of classic favourites and lesser-known works, as well as new commissions, co-productions, and collaborations with other companies and arts organizations across the country. From its home in the Baumann Centre, Pacific Opera Victoria creates significant career opportunities for creative and performing artists and curates opera in surprising ways – enticing newcomers and captivating loyal opera-goers.

Pacific Opera Victoria identifies Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation among its Core Values and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

Reporting to the Technical Director and the Director of Production & Artistic Administration the duties of the Head Carpenter shall include, but not be limited to the co-ordination of the Set Construction Department and the manufacture of all scenic elements as specified in the designs. The Head Carpenter is responsible for disbursement of the assigned budget and delegation of work required for the efficient operation of the Department. They shall produce construction drawings for all scenery; liaise with designers regarding details and finishing techniques as specified in the designs, liaise with other departments to coordinate, and accomplish the timely completion of finishing techniques. They shall be responsible for the care and maintenance of shop equipment, ensure that all scenery is constructed and rigged to ensure safe installation and use at the performance venue. They shall plan and manage pack, load in, load out, and onstage set notes.

Please see Job Description

• Preference will be given to candidates who have five or more years of professional work experience in a shop/theatre environment;

• Advanced proficiency in scenic construction; working with wood, metal, and other materials;

• Experience Leading a crew, 5+ Carpenters;

• Able to follow organizational safety policies, maintains a clean, organized and safe workshop, tools and storage areas;

• Determines safe construction methods and working loads;

• Comprehensive knowledge of theatrical practices;

• Superior communication and organizational skills;

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills;

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and independently;

• Positive attitude and self motivated;

• Good interpersonal skills, and courteous with staff, artists, vendors, and partners;

• Ability to interpret set design drawings and communicate required changes;

• Experience with Vectorworks drafting software is an asset;

• Ability to work periodically during evenings and weekends; and

• A current BC driver's license is an asset.

Please submit cover letter and resume electronically by end of day Friday June 14, 2024
Include in subject header: Seasonal Shop Positions
Email to:
ATTN: Ereca Hassell, Director of Production & Artistic Administration
Applications will be reviewed as received; those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

$36.59 per hour plus benefits in accordance with IATSE Local 168 collective agreement with Pacific Opera Victoria

Organization: Pacific Opera Victoria
Deadline: Jun. 14, 2024

Organization: Pacific Opera Victoria
Deadline: Jun. 14, 2024

Organization: Western Canada Theatre
Deadline: Jun. 17, 2024

Organization: Gateway Theatre
Deadline: Jun. 6, 2024

Organization: Grand Theatre
Deadline: Jun. 18, 2024

Organization: Comox Valley Arts
Deadline: Jul. 5, 2024

Organization: Arts Club Theatre Company
Deadline: Jun. 21, 2024

Organization: Arts Club Theatre Company
Deadline: Jun. 21, 2024

To see more postings, see the full list at the right.

The BC Alliance for Arts + Culture is honoured to work on the traditional, unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and 240 other Indigenous communities across BC.