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Location

Queens, NY | United States

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Job description

WHO WE ARE: We are a national event production company whose unique and award-winning special event visioning, design, and implementation abilities are sought after by the Fortune 500, Non-Profits, Marketing, Advertising, and PR Agencies, political campaigns, and venues.

We take simple but elegant ideas and complex concepts and manifest them into highly crafted yet scalable public and private events. Our firm maintains a lifelong belief in the power of special events as the most effective means to engage, inspire, and inform people who come together and experience our productions. It is through opportunities to share common activities whether cultural, recreational, or educational, that connect the participants to each other, exposing them to new concepts, experiences, and venues.

CHIEF OBJECTIVES OF THIS POSITION

The Build Lead role requires a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy. The Build Lead works directly with internal and external stakeholders to plan and execute builds and installs of sets, activations, vignettes, props, objects of art, and environments that enhance the quality of work for which we are known. While the pace of the work is faster than average, quality is never compromised. The focus of communication and organizational relationships is based on technical expertise is essential. Build Leads must effectively, demonstrate critical thinking and organizational skills, and have meticulous attention to detail. The Build Lead will maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the Company and a favorable image of the Company.

Reports to: Director of Creative Services

Reporting Responsibility: Creative Services Project Managers & the Director of Creative Services

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scenic Carpentry and Painting
• Receive and organize material orders
• Create and manage accurate Production Schedules tailored to each specific project
• Source materials, props, and supplies
• Work with Project Managers to ensure all builds are true to the design, installed efficiently, and meet safety requirements.
• Oversee the upskilling and development of the scenic team
• You must be comfortable working within a collaborative, optimistic, and imaginative team and be able to deliver creative solutions promptly in a fast-paced environment.
• Shop and client site work required

Other Duties:

• Fabrication with a variety of materials e.g. Metal, Plastic, Wood, etc
• Provide suggestions to improve efficiency
• General knowledge of AV and Event Staging

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Leadership of small-to-medium-sized groups
• Accountability for great results in high-pressure situations
• Excellent listener and communicator (Verbal and written)
• Excellent time management and ability to prevent and/or minimize OT
• Excellent Resource management and ability to prevent and/or minimize material waste
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Proficiency with the use of all shop equipment and tools
• Ability to multi-task and keep the team focused on critical objectives
• Ability to read and follow directions, blueprints/schematics, and renderings or sketches
• Ideally have a working knowledge of:
  • Google Office Suite
  • Flex Rental Solutions
• Required 3+ years experience in scenic, carpentry, or related field
• A strong desire to learn and grow with the company

We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Medical Reimbursement Plans
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401k Plan with employer match
• Free Retirement Planning Consulting
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Income Protection Benefits
• Life Insurance for Teammates and Family
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition & Reward Program
• Perks Discount Programs
• Wellness Programs

We have designed & built our culture around a set of core values. We look for candidates who embody those values and will help bring them to life through their work. As part of the interview process, we share those values with candidates and actively search for people who will thrive in our environment.

OUR PURPOSE: Wizard Studios exists to produce world-class events and experiences that leave an indelible impression on our audience.

OUR MISSION: Partnering with you to consistently deliver creative and technical excellence. Reputations are always on the line.

OUR BRAND PROMISE: Since 2002, exceeding expectations to ensure you hire us again.

CORE VALUES: 

WORKING TOGETHER – Teamwork across all departments maximizes our collective impact to inspire, challenge, and support each other to be our best and sustain our effort.

INNOVATION – Solve unique problems with unique solutions.

ZEAL – Anticipate people’s expectations and strive to consistently over-deliver on our promises.

AMBITION –Passion for what you do makes us a great place to work.

RESPECT – Open communication kindly delivered.

DEPENDABLE – Don’t just solve problems, work to actively prevent them!

*Wizard Studios is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. Please visit for more information.

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