Scenic Painter/Set painter

Overview

Join our dynamic creative team as a Scenic Painter/Set Painter, where your artistic talents will transform blank canvases into captivating visual environments that bring productions to life. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on immersive exhibitions and experiential events. As a Scenic Painter, you will collaborate closely with designers, directors, and production teams to realize their artistic visions through expert painting and finishing techniques. Your craftsmanship will set the tone and mood of each scene, making every production memorable and visually stunning.

Duties

• Prepare surfaces by sanding, priming, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion and finish quality.
• Mix paints, stains, and finishes accurately using color theory principles to achieve desired hues and effects.
• Apply scenic paints using brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other tools to create textures, backgrounds, and detailed finishes.
• Collaborate with set designers and art directors to understand project specifications and translate them into painted scenery.
• Maintain a clean workspace by organizing materials and safely disposing of waste according to safety protocols.
• Assist in the installation of painted scenery on set or stage, ensuring proper alignment and durability for performances or filming.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scenic painting, set decoration, or related visual arts painting roles.
• Strong knowledge of color theory, paint mixing techniques, and surface preparation methods.
• Familiarity with artistic tools including brushes, spray equipment, sponges, and hand-drawing techniques.
• Ability to interpret design concepts from sketches or digital models created in software like SketchUp for 3D visualization.
• Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for color accuracy and texture realism.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform detailed work in various environmental conditions.

Join us as a Scenic Painter/Set Painter if you are passionate about visual storytelling through art! Bring your creativity to life by crafting immersive environments that captivate audiences across theater, film, television, or experiential settings. This paid position offers a vibrant environment where your artistic skills will make a lasting impact on every project you touch!

Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 60.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a portfolio?

Experience:

• Set Painting/Scenic Painting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Angeles, CA 90062 (Required)

Work Location: In person