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Interested in freelancing with us? Please send a Cover Letter, Portfolio, and Resume to info@flannelhammer.com and one of our team members will get back to you shortly!

 

Want to give us a call? Our Shop Line is (484)469-8392 . 

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OPEN POSITIONS:

SCENIC CHARGE (2)

PRODUCTION MANAGER (1)

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Scenic Charge

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Location:

Flannel & Hammer, West Philadelphia
 

Reports To:

 Production Leadership / assigned PM or TD

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Direct Reports:

• Scenic Painters and Overhire

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Purpose:

 To take ownership of assigned projects from paint planning through completed delivery, executing scenic painting and surface treatments while coordinating labor, materials, schedule, and quality with the production team.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Review designer elevations, technical drawings, and project scope to understand all painted units, quantities, treatments, and deadlines

• Develop samples and test panels as needed and coordinate approvals with the PM/TD and designer

• Plan the paint sequence for assigned shows in coordination with fabrication schedules, deck space, access, drying time, and delivery dates

• Execute scenic painting and surface treatments as a working scenic artist

• Lead and delegate work to scenic painters and overhire when additional labor is required

• Track painted units and verify quantities, treatment, labeling, and completion before they leave the shop

• Communicate proactively with PMs, TDs, carpentry, and the other Scenic Charge about dependencies, schedule changes, and risks

• Estimate and communicate paint, material, and labor needs for assigned projects

• Troubleshoot finish, surface compatibility, aging, texture, and other scenic-treatment issues

• Share responsibility for maintaining the paint shop, tools, consumables, inventory, reference samples, cleanliness, and safety

• Support the peer Scenic Charge on larger projects and provide coverage when workloads overlap

 

Metrics for Success:

• Assigned shows are completed on time and integrate smoothly with the build and delivery schedule

• All scenic units and quantities are accounted for, labeled, treated, and verified before delivery

• Finishes are consistent with designer intent and require minimal rework or correction

• Project needs, changes, and risks are communicated early and clearly

• Painters and overhire receive clear assignments and can work efficiently

• The paint shop remains organized, stocked, safe, and ready for upcoming work

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts or Bachelor of Arts degree OR a minimum of 2 years’ experience in scenic art, sculpture, props, or a related arts field

• Ability to read and understand paint elevations and technical drawings

• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and execute scenic paint work

• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through

• Comfort supervising and directing additional painters as needed

 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting at $24.00/hour, with higher rates available based on experience

• Full-time, year-round position

• Employer-sponsored healthcare

• 401(k) retirement plan

• 10 paid holidays

• 10 paid vacation days

• 3 paid sick days

• Approved overtime paid at 1.5× regular hourly rate

 

Please email a resume, cover letter, and professional references to info@flannelhammer.com with the subject line “Scenic Charge Position.” 

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Production Manager

 

Location:

Flannel & Hammer, West Philadelphia​
 

Reports To:

 Chief Operating Officer (COO)

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Works Closely With: Technical Directors, Department Leads, Designers, Vendors, and Clients

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Purpose:

This role works closely with clients, Technical Directors, shop leadership, vendors, and the COO to keep projects organized, communicated, and moving on schedule.

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Key Responsibilities:

 

Manage Projects & Client Relationships

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and projects

• Coordinate project schedules, deadlines, approvals, and outstanding decisions

• Maintain clear, responsive communication with clients throughout the project

• Coordinate with designers, Technical Directors, department leads, vendors, and other production partners

• Identify schedule, budget, scope, or communication concerns early and bring them to the appropriate team member

• Support load-ins and project logistics as needed

 

Quotes & Project Follow-Up

• Coordinate the estimating and quoting process for assigned projects

• Gather internal estimates, vendor pricing, and other information needed to complete proposals

• Track outstanding quotes, approvals, and client questions

• Follow up with prospective clients and keep opportunities moving

• Help ensure changes in scope are documented and appropriately priced

 

Vendors, Materials & Purchasing

• Coordinate outside vendors and specialty fabrication

• Request and track vendor pricing

• Order and track project-specific specialty materials

• Monitor lead times, deliveries, and missing information that could affect production

• Communicate purchasing and vendor issues before they become schedule problems

 

Staffing & Production Coordination

• Coordinate with the COO, Technical Directors, and department leads regarding project needs, timelines, and staffing

• Help communicate overhire and freelance labor needs as projects develop

• Flag resource conflicts or scheduling concerns across concurrent projects

 

Project Systems & Documentation

• Maintain organized project documentation and communication

• Keep project information current in company tracking and project-management systems

• Make sure decisions, approvals, and follow-up items are captured and visible

• Maintain clear project schedules and records throughout fabrication and installation

 

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is organized, communicative, and comfortable taking ownership of multiple projects at once. The PM is expected to independently manage the day-to-day coordination of assigned projects while keeping company leadership informed of significant changes to scope, schedule, budget, or client expectations.

 

Strong candidates will have:

• Experience in production management, project management, technical direction, or a similar role

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organization and follow-through

• Experience managing schedules, vendors, purchasing, or project budgets

• Comfort communicating directly with clients

• The ability to manage several active deadlines simultaneously

• Familiarity with theatrical production, scenic fabrication, live events, or another fabrication-based industry

• Comfort working with spreadsheets and project-management software

• Good judgment about when to solve a problem independently and when to ask for input

 

Experience with scenic fabrication, estimating, technical direction, or ClickUp is a plus.

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Compensation & Benefits:

• $25.50/hour

• Full-time, year-round position

• Employer-sponsored healthcare

• 401(k) retirement plan

• 10 paid holidays

• 10 paid vacation days

• 3 paid sick days

• Approved overtime paid at 1.5× regular hourly rate

• Potential for limited WFH flexibility