The Master Carpenter leads the carpentry crew, collaborating with the construction coordinator and art department to plan and build all the scenic and visual elements of a production.
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Working Life
The Master Carpenter supervises and manages the carpentry crew.
Role and Responsibilities
- Responsible for planning and building all the scenic and visual elements of a production with the construction coordinator and art department.
- Collaborate with master painters and plasterers to achieve a finish and a look.
- Work with the director, designer, and art department in pre-production to devise and plan the carpentry elements needed for each scene and set through technical, scale, and digital drawings.
- Assign and create a working schedule and quantifying the scale of crew needed.
- Assembling a team of high-quality crafts people who work well together.
- Quantify materials required and ensure their delivery to schedule to ensure the build continues without interruption.
- Provide a safe working environment for everyone on set, in workshops, and on location.
Works with
- Director
- Production Designer
- Art Department
- Master Painter
- Master Plasterer
- All of the Construction Team
Qualities - Master Carpenter Film & TV
Is this role right for me?
For this role, you need:
Broad knowledge of construction materials and their functions, the latest innovations in products, and architecture and technical terms.
Great managerial and networking skills in quantifying and sourcing materials and ensuring their timely delivery to maintain workflow.
Good project management and interpersonal skills in directing and motivating team.
Anticipation, forward planning, and the ability to identify potential changes or delays and provide solutions.
Strong awareness of health and safety regulations and their application.
Interests - Master Carpenter Film & TV
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Entry / Progression - Master Carpenter Film & TV
Education Route: QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft in carpentry and joinery is beneficial. Health and Safety qualifications are useful.
Career Path to Master Carpenter: There are no usual career paths for the Master Carpenter. Often, they would have worked their way through the construction department. Working your way up and learning all elements of the craft on the job is essential.
Career Path from Master Carpenter: Construction Coordinator, Production Designer/Art Director.
