Scenic Artist

Upstate Scenic Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time, year-round Scenic Artist to work in a fast-paced commercial scene shop. Successful candidates will possess strong scenic painting skills, an eye for detail, the ability to interpret designer renderings and elevations, a dedicated work ethic, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with the production team to bring scenic designs to life. $25.00/Hour (negotiable based on experience) Full-time – year-round Hourly pay with time and a half after 40 hours worked in a single week. Benefits include (after a vesting period): Full medical & dental insurance; Company IRA with a 3% employer match; PTO & paid holiday time off policies. WORK SCHEDULE Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Occasional overnight travel and weekend availability may be required. RESPONSIBILITIES Execute a wide range of scenic paint treatments including faux finishes, aging, distressing, wood grain, stone, metal, and other specialty finishes Help create samples for scenic designers and project teams Prepare surfaces for paint treatments; priming, carving, texturing, and other surface preparation techniques Complete touch-ups and revisions throughout the fabrication and installation process Maintain paint shop organization, safety standards, and proper care of tools and equipment Assist with offsite paint touch-up work as required Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs QUALIFICATIONS Ability to interpret paint elevations, color renderings, and scenic drawings Ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working independently and collaboratively knowledge of scenic painting techniques and theatrical paint treatments Strong artistic skills with excellent attention to detail and color matching Preferred minimum of one year of professional or college-level scenic paint shop experience Ability to communicate effectively in English with strong interpersonal skills Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities Majority of the workday spent indoors, with occasional offsite work at installation venues Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation Must be comfortable working on ladders and scaffolding Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds Willingness to work overtime as needed CONTACT View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr