EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Founded in 1926, The Count Basie Center for the Arts is New Jersey’s premier center for the cultural arts, and its commitment to being a diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) performing arts organization is at the core of our mission to Inspire, Educate and Entertain.
As part of that commitment, the Count Basie Center has established a staff DEI task force as well as a board DEI committee. Our purpose is to intentionally embrace and amplify positive change toward diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in every area of our organization, including programming, education, staffing, board recruitment, and community engagement. This includes Phoenix Productions, has now merged with and is officially the community theatre company of the Count Basie Center for the Arts. For more than three decades, Phoenix’s presentations at the Count Basie Center have offered actors and audiences alike the opportunity to showcase and experience the finest community theatre in the region.
The Count Basie Center and Phoenix Productions is determined to provide an inclusive environment in which all who walk through our doors can do so as their most authentic selves. We firmly believe that everyone of all backgrounds and identities deserves access to experience the enrichment that the arts contribute to a full life.
Please note:
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
All candidates must apply online by clicking the job application link included with each description.
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SCENIC CARPENTERS
Phoenix is currently looking for creative and resourceful people who can take a hands-on approach in a fast paced, community theatre scenic construction shop. We’re seeking dynamic, self-sufficient scenic carpenters; team members who are simultaneous problem solvers, and always ready to jump in to help build, install and strike themed scenery. This is an opportunity to use your carpentry skill set to entertain thousands of people!
Required Skills:
Safe operation and knowledge of hand and power tools as well as typical woodshop equipment
Work with wood, metals, plastics and other materials to build and/or repair scenic elements
Ability to read shop and construction drawings
Knowledge of various panel materials such as pvc, aluminum, acrylic, etc a plus
Demonstrate high quality, precision work with clean finish results consistently
Experience with CNC machine and theatrical rigging a huge plus
Qualifications:
High school degree or equivalent
Two (2) years Carpentry experience
Two (2) years work experience, preferably in scenic, set, theatre or finish carpentry
Positive, hardworking attitude
Team oriented
Ability to problem solve
Flexible work hours available (5-20 hours a week) – can work days, evenings and/or weekends.