Scenic Painter

Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Scenic Painter with proven expertise in heavy distressing and weathering techniques, specifically for haunted attractions. The ideal candidate will excel at creating immersive, aged, and atmospheric environments that evoke the eerie and spooky ambiance essential to haunted house entertainment. You will collaborate with designers, builders, and event production teams to deliver unforgettable and atmospheric spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply Advanced Scenic Painting Techniques: Utilize specialized methods such as distressing and weathering to craft immersive, atmospheric environments for haunted attractions.

• Transform Event Spaces: Interpret and execute detailed design specifications to create realistic, aged, and spooky effects on sets and event spaces.

• Work with Diverse Materials: Employ a variety of materials, paints, and finishes to achieve desired visual outcomes and thematic consistency.

• Collaborate with Creative Teams: Work closely with production crews, designers, and fellow artists to ensure the seamless integration of scenic elements within the overall attraction.

• Maintain Workspace Organization: Keep work areas clean and orderly, ensuring all painting supplies and tools are properly managed and stored.

• Support Set-Up and Maintenance: Assist with the installation, touch-ups, and repairs of scenic elements throughout the event season to maintain high-quality standards.

• Uphold Safety Standards: Ensure all painted surfaces and scenic components are safe for interactive, high-traffic environments, adhering to relevant safety guidelines.

• Assist with Teardown and Restoration: Participate in post-event teardown and help restore venues to their original condition as needed.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Proven experience in scenic painting, distressing, and weathering, specifically for haunted attractions or similar themed environments.

• Ability to create clean, finished environments when required.

• Skilled in working with various materials and finishes to achieve realistic effects.

• Strong portfolio showcasing relevant scenic painting and distressing work (portfolio submission is mandatory).

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and manage time efficiently to meet tight deadlines.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Physical stamina to work long shifts and handle the demands of a fast-paced, creative environment.

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to thrive in a collaborative, all-inclusive team culture

• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as required by project timelines.

What We Offer

• Innovative Projects: Be part of a team creating immersive, cutting-edge experiences in the entertainment industry.

• Dynamic Team Culture: Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where creativity and camaraderie thrive.

• Competitive Compensation: Hourly rates commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Salary : $20 - $30