Current Staff Openings
Theatre Cedar Rapids (TCR) is a non-profit professionally run, community based theater committed to delivering high-quality performances while providing an inclusive space for people of all ages to engage in the arts. TCR offers a wide range of theatrical productions, educational programs, and events that foster creativity and enrich the cultural landscape of the region.
SCENE SHOP FOREMAN (Full Time)
posted 8/7/25
TCR is currently seeking a Scene Shop Foreman. Under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Scene Shop Foreman serves as chief carpenter and fabricator of scenery and is the immediate supervisor of shop technicians. This individual collaborates with the Technical Director, Artistic Director, Scenic and Lighting Director, and all production and creative teams in sharing ideas and methods of producing scenery–and making that scenery operational–for our large-scale musicals and plays.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead construction and installation of scenery for all productions.
- Oversee efficient and safe day-to-day working conditions in the scene shop construction areas, performance venues, and other work areas, and the general appearance and cleanliness of those areas.
- Issue daily work assignments to all shop personnel and, in association with the Technical Director, ensuring shop schedules are met.
- Manage the scenic build and shop budget in collaboration with the Technical Director.
- Supervise all stage rigging installation and ensure that rigging is done within industry safety guidelines.
- Supervise yearly rigging inspection.
- Instruct and work with volunteers in areas of set construction, operation and care of scenery.
- Available after hours during established “on call” windows for emergency trouble shooting and repairs of scenery and stage equipment. Managing the staffing of other “on call” periods when not available.
- Immediate supervision of technicians during load ins.
- Lead post-production strike and storage/disposal of scenic elements.
- Conduct inventory of shop supplies on a timely basis.
- Conduct inventory of shop hand and power tools and provide reports of any missing tools or tools in need of repair.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in theatre with a focus in technical theatre or equivalent experience
- Excellent skill level in carpentry and associated tools and techniques
- Excellent skill level in metals fabrication and associated tools and techniques – especially MIG welding
- Strong organizational and supervisory skills
- Willingness to adapt to a very flexible work schedule
- Commitment to a positive, supportive environment and culture, assuming the best in others
- Ability to read and understand drafting
- Alignment with production values, including continual improvement and innovation in service to a positive artistic impact on our audiences.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Two years experience as a shop foreman in a producing theatrical venue or scenic studio
- Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
- CAD experience
- Drafting experience
- Knowledge of theatrical lighting tools and techniques
General
- Attend all staff meetings and production meetings; attend full board meetings as requested
- Other duties, as assigned
Compensation:
- $46,000 to $51,000
- Salary as reviewed and set annually at formal performance review.
- Performance based raises will be considered and determined by the level of success achieved as defined by the responsibilities of this job description.
- Future growth potential into technical direction.
- Full-time benefits including but not limited to single coverage insurance benefits, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan.
- A performance bonus may be awarded at fiscal year end based on the financial success of the organization.
Reports To:
The Scene Shop Foreman reports to the Technical Director and the Artistic Director.
Work Schedule:
This is an exempt, full-time position. Schedules may vary depending on production schedule and seasonality of Theatre schedule.
Submit resume and cover letter to angie.toomsen@theatrecr.org
CONTRACT CREATIVE AND PRODUCTION TALENT
TCR receives submissions from professional theatre artists across a range of disciplines. We are happy to hear from both iowa-based and out-of-town artists. Send a “hello” to angie.toomsen@theatrecr.org with a little about yourself, including your website/portfolio.
Positions we contract include:
- Scenic Designers
- Lighting Designers
- Electricians
- Scenic Charge Artists
- Projection Designers
- Costume Designers
- Choreographers
- Music Directors
- Pit Musicians
- Directors
- Properties / Set Dressing Masters
- Stage Managers
- Fight Directors
- Dialect Coaches
- Vocal / Movement / Singing Coaches