Closing: Fri 31 Oct 2025

Scenic Carpenters and Metalworkers

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Starting Rate: 17.50 per hour
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join Derby Theatres expanding freelance pool of scenic workers. We are seeking scenic carpenters and metalworkers to support production builds. 

Derby Theatre features two main performance spaces alongside external community projects. The onsite workshop is used to construct scenic elements for all produced work, external builds and paint frame hires. 

This role will suit a candidate who can demonstrate strong creative crafting. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

  • Significant experience of scenic carpentry or metalwork manufacture using modern and traditional techniques. 
  • Experience of constructing medium to large scale sets for theatre venues. 
  • Experience of working with relevant machinery and tools in a workshop setting. 
  • Strong awareness of and adherence to Health and Safety policy and best practice. 

 Starting Rate: £17.50 per hour 

For more details or to apply please contact technical@derbytheatre.co.uk  

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