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Assistant Carpenter
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Brooklyn Academy of Music .
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi‑disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas, engaging both global and local communities. With world‑renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
BAM is seeking two Assistant Carpenters—one for the Opera House and the other for the Harvey Theater. The successful candidate will support the Head Carpenter in their respective theater, work as part of a large team, and possess strong carpentry and rigging skills. These positions require a strong work ethic and excellent communication to work successfully with the crew, production staff, and visiting companies.
This position begins in January 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with all theatrical departments and production management to support artists and companies in presenting cutting‑edge, internationally renowned performances and art.
Perform carpentry and rigging operations and maintain equipment in the Opera House and/or Harvey Theater as a working member of the crew.
Supervise rigging and fly system work; in the Opera House the fly system is manual, while in the Harvey Theater it is an automated TAIT Towers system.
Load in, set up, and manage all carpentry and rigging materials for performances and rehearsals.
Work with the Head Carpenter to identify crewing needs for productions and events in conjunction with BAM production staff and the Crew Chief.
Ensure the crew consists of a diverse and equitable workforce.
Enforce safety standards of operation in carpentry and rigging that protect personnel and equipment.
Collaborate with BAM and visiting company production staff to plan shows and events, reviewing and interpreting ground plans, rigging plans, fly cue lists, technical information, and more.
Represent the Carpentry Department and the Head Carpenter in production meetings.
Senior Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industry
Construction
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Assistant Carpenter
role at
Brooklyn Academy of Music .
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi‑disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas, engaging both global and local communities. With world‑renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
BAM is seeking two Assistant Carpenters—one for the Opera House and the other for the Harvey Theater. The successful candidate will support the Head Carpenter in their respective theater, work as part of a large team, and possess strong carpentry and rigging skills. These positions require a strong work ethic and excellent communication to work successfully with the crew, production staff, and visiting companies.
This position begins in January 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with all theatrical departments and production management to support artists and companies in presenting cutting‑edge, internationally renowned performances and art.
Perform carpentry and rigging operations and maintain equipment in the Opera House and/or Harvey Theater as a working member of the crew.
Supervise rigging and fly system work; in the Opera House the fly system is manual, while in the Harvey Theater it is an automated TAIT Towers system.
Load in, set up, and manage all carpentry and rigging materials for performances and rehearsals.
Work with the Head Carpenter to identify crewing needs for productions and events in conjunction with BAM production staff and the Crew Chief.
Ensure the crew consists of a diverse and equitable workforce.
Enforce safety standards of operation in carpentry and rigging that protect personnel and equipment.
Collaborate with BAM and visiting company production staff to plan shows and events, reviewing and interpreting ground plans, rigging plans, fly cue lists, technical information, and more.
Represent the Carpentry Department and the Head Carpenter in production meetings.
Senior Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industry
Construction
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