Scenic Painter

ABOUT US

Pink Sparrow is a design and fabrication shop specializing in experiential environments. Collaborating with top-tier agencies and brands, we produce high-quality, impactful environments for marketing events, pop-ups, mobile tours, retail, trade shows, and much more. Composed of a team of creators driven to bring inspired ideas to life, Pink Sparrow combines thoughtful design with a strategic build approach, and thrives on innovation and collaboration to produce high-quality, impactful environments.

Department Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of projects with guidance from Leads, Senior Leads, and Scenic Charge
• Have a solid base knowledge of sound scenic paint techniques and processes, and be able to execute potential samples/recipes effectively and independently
• Knowledge of mixing paints and color matching client-requested pigment
• Maintain the proper cleanliness of tools and a clean shop environment, and have a thorough understanding of cleaning standards
• Observe and delegate overhires on treatments, and answer questions about shop operations, procedures, and deck flow
• Ensuring proper safety practices are followed, personal protective equipment is worn at all times, and that a safe and efficient work space is maintained
• Do a materials sweep daily on what general tools we are low on and notate it in project ordering chats
• Work to maintain efficiency and professionalism on the deck to execute projects effectively, and maintain a positive and flexible attitude.

Project Execution

• Understanding the full scope of an assigned project by being in frequent communication with the Lead Scenic
• Ensure we are maintaining PS paint quality, and perform routine quality checks with the build elements being worked on
• Push deck goals and EOD goals onsite and in shop, take initiative when a task is complete to reset the paint deck
• Assisting in packing onsite tool/paint kits
• Have an understanding of the on-site expectations as delivered from PM and Lead

Qualifications:

• Broad knowledge of scenic art practices (faux finishes, flat/back rolling, muraling/fine art capability, HVLP, color theory, etc)
• Comfortable working with basic carpentry tools
• Ability to use ladders and carry at least 50 pounds
• Thorough understanding of tool maintenance/operation
• Flexibility and professionalism regarding schedule changes and project development

Education & Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in scenic art- additional 1+ years of experience in a full-time shop position

Pay: $29.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a portfolio?

Experience:

• Scenic Art: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Compton, CA 90221 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person