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Mckinney, TX · On-site

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Load, transport, and set up equipment and materials safely at each job site * Follow all site ... If you have hands-on aptitude -- from construction, automotive, painting, general labor, or any ...

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Mckinney, TX · On-site

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Freelance Womenswear Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$55.10 - $75.77/hr

Create accurate, production-ready tech packs, including garment construction details, measurements ... The offered hourly rate for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years ...

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VISTA SCENIC WORKS LLC

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Carpenters

Oxford, CT · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for freelancers, over-hire professionals, or individuals looking ... construction, theatre, live events, film, themed entertainment, or related fabrication fields · ...

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Carpenters

Oxford, CT · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for freelancers, over-hire professionals, or individuals looking ... construction, theatre, live events, film, themed entertainment, or related fabrication fields · ...

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Freelance Photographer

Johns Creek, GA · On-site

$15/hr

Set up, mount, or install photographic equipment and cameras at studios and event locations * Take ... film speed *Qualifications* * Background in photography with at least hobbyist level skills ...

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Freelance Photographer

Acworth, GA

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Set up, mount, or install photographic equipment and cameras at studios and event locations * Take ... film speed *Qualifications* * Background in photography with at least hobbyist level skills ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance film set construction in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Film Set Construction vs Freelance Scenic Artist?

AspectFreelance Film Set ConstructionFreelance Scenic Artist
CredentialsExperience in carpentry, set building, safety certificationsArtistic skills, painting certifications, knowledge of materials
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, studios, on-locationPaint booths, studios, on-location
Industry UsageBuilding and assembling setsDecorating and finishing sets with paint and textures
Common Search/ComparisonSet construction skills, carpentry, building setsSet painting, scenic art, set decoration

Freelance Film Set Construction focuses on building and assembling sets, requiring carpentry and safety skills. Freelance Scenic Artist specializes in painting and decorating sets to achieve visual effects. While both roles work closely on set design, their skills and tasks differ significantly, making each essential for different aspects of set creation.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Film Set Construction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Theater Technician (Temporary)

Babson College

Wellesley, MA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

BabsonARTS presents a wide range of programming that includes theater, dance, music, film, literary and visual arts. Theater technicians cover various roles dependent on their experience including but not limited to load-in/load-out, lighting hang/focus, programming, and operation; audio playback and mixing; equipment maintenance; and, supervising use of the facility according to established procedures and systems under the direction of the Technical Director. Technicians are responsible for managing backstage operations while consistently maintaining the safety and professional standards of the Sorenson Center for the Arts for specific events as scheduled and may serve as the on-site technical representative as needed.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and restore the venue for events
  • Operate and supervise the safe and efficient use of the facility and its specialized theatrical equipment
  • Depending on qualifications and needs of a particular event, provide lighting or sound design support and provide general production advice for execution of the event
  • Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other theatrical craft activities as needed
  • Organize, manage, work with, and train students with a wide variety of backgrounds in a hands-on learning environment
  • Maintain Babson College and Sorenson Center for the Arts policies and procedures
  • Timely response to scheduling outreach

Supervises:
Students
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will have experience in backstage operations in multiple departments. Candidates must be detail-oriented, punctual, have a positive attitude and strong communication skills, and be comfortable in a position of authority in emergency situations.
  • 2 years of professional theatrical production experience in the arts and entertainment industry.
  • Demonstrated understanding and proficiency of current theatrical production standards and their safe execution.
  • Comfortable working with various genres in the performing arts: theater, music, dance, film, mixed media, talking head presentations on the arts, readings, etc.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a wide range of programming
  • Ability to adapt and work collaboratively with others
  • Excellent oral, interpersonal communication, and problem solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively and inclusively with diverse constituencies in an academic setting where arts-related activities are not the focus of study
  • Previous experience working in a college/university environment with students preferred.
  • Possess a calm and approachable manner with and a proactive and self-motivated spirit

Schedule and Working Conditions:
  • Events occur at various times throughout the year including daytime, evenings and weekends. BabsonARTS maintains a pool of employees to cover events, which will be scheduled on a monthly basis based on availability. There is no minimum number of shifts per month and work can complement other part-time or full-time work well.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
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Babson College is the premier institution for business education taught through an entrepreneurial lens. Since 1919, Babson has been providing learners with essential business skills combined with the liberal arts knowledge needed to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. This mindset transforms our students into entrepreneurial leaders making an impact around the world. Babson graduates bring entrepreneurial thinking and leadership skills to a variety of industries and businesses, from startups to nonprofits. Our students are highly pursued upon graduation because Babson prepares them to be sharp, driven, agile leaders who strive to be innovative and generate long-lasting solutions.

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Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Babson Park, MA, US

Year founded

1919

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