Scene Shop Supervisor

Position:
Scene Shop Supervisor Department:
Production (Scenery)
FT or PT: FTClassification:
Salaried ($68,000 – $72,000 per year)

Schedule:

7:30a – 4p weekdays, including occasional over-time on weeknights & weekends

Status:
Exempt

Reports To:

Technical Director, Associate Technical DirectorSTATEMENT OF JOB:

The Scene Shop Supervisor leads the daily operations of The Huntington’s Scene Shop, guiding a talented team of carpenters and welders through fast‑paced builds and creative problem‑solving. This leader supports full‑time and over‑hire staff as they bring bold designs to life for The Huntington productions and external projects. With a focus on collaboration, clarity, and detail-driven craftsmanship, the Shop Supervisor ensures scenery moves smoothly through every stage of the build process while championing safe and sustainable work practices.

In partnership with the Technical Director team, the Shop Supervisor keeps the shop efficient, organized, and communicative while driving a positive, professional environment where the team can excel and produce exceptional scenery.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITESProject & Personnel Management Under the guidance of the Technical Director team, oversee and direct the layout, fabrication, and assembly of scenery.

Manage daily workflow of scene shop, ensuring productivity, consistency, and adherence to shop policies.

Supervise full-time, over-hire, and apprentice personnel, setting clear expectations and maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.

Assist project planning by contributing to build schedules, workflow strategies, and material needs. Provide regular updates on progress, timelines, and challenges.

Ensure all scenic elements meet quality standards before transitioning to other departments, storage, or stage.

Prepare hardware, materials, and tooling to support efficient load‑ins and installations.

Maintain clean, organized shop and storage areas to support safe, efficient operations.

On seldom occasions, hands-on fabrication of scenery is required, working from design drawings as needed.

Coordination & Communication Coordinate with other departments to facilitate clear scheduling and smooth movement of scenery through the build process.

Communicate resource needs, design questions, build concerns, and scheduling updates with the Technical Director team in a timely and solutions‑focused manner.

Execute load‑ins, strikes, and on‑site installations as assigned, supervising assigned crews.

Safety, Shop Maintenance & General Support Promote, monitor, and enforce safe working practices, ensuring adherence to company safety policies and OSHA best practices.

Conduct and document regular inspections of equipment and safety related items.

Coordinate routine maintenance and inventory management for tools and shop equipment.

Assist with routine facility tasks and other facility related duties within the Production Center as assigned by the Technical Director.

Support other production activities as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS – Candidate MUST meet the following qualifications to be considered for the role:

B.A./B.F.A. in Technical Production or equivalent professional experience.
3–5 years of professional experience in a theatrical scene shop or related fabrication environment.

Strong leadership, communication, and team‑building skills, with experience supervising diverse crews.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and maintain workflow under pressure.

Ability to read, interpret, and execute fabrication from technical drawings, drafting, and designer plates.

Advanced knowledge of scenic construction methods, materials, and standard shop practices.

Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and stationary woodworking and metalworking equipment, with a strong commitment to safe operation and maintenance.

Proficient welder with strong steel welding skills; aluminum welding experience a plus.

Experience with stage rigging, including single‑purchase line sets and standard chain‑hoist systems.

Strong problem‑solving skills and the…