Overhire Scenic Painter

Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks experienced Scenic Painters to provide overhire support for our 2026 Season Mainstage Production of SMALL TOWN, a World Premiere John Mellencamp Musical.

Seeking candidates with immediate availability though Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast-paced working environment with some non-traditional hours. Experienced, exceptional painting skills are required. 

Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to):

- Create samples with Resident Scenic Charge from renderings and reference materials, while also keeping a detailed log of procedure and recipe for future duplication.

- Work independently, positively and professionally with a team as required.

- Be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional non-traditional hours.

- Ability to keep and maintain and clean and organized workspace

- Basic knowledge and use of tried and true scenic techniques required.

- A working knowledge of mixing and matching colors.

- Work from paint elevations and reference material.

- A working knowledge in theatrical procedures, scenic painting tools and products.

- Ability to lift or maneuver 50 lbs., as well as climb ladders and work in high places.

- Job requires ability to sit/stand for long periods of time, and bend, stoop, or kneel in execution of duties as assigned.

- Job requires ability to lift, carry, move necessary equipment up and down stairs in varied lighting conditions.

Position is a W2, $20/hr plus O/T and shared housing included.

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us

Ogunquit Playhouse will now be offering Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120 consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premium. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the entire Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume, portfolio and references to [email protected]. Please include 2026 OVERHIRE SCENIC PAINTER in the subject line.