Position: Scenic Artist
Sarasota, Florida
Classification: Non-Exempt Full Time Hourly Rate $23.75
General Summary: The Scenic Artist uses a wide variety of artist+rsquo;s media to create layouts, shape materials, and apply textures, coatings, and finishes to scenic elements, properties, backcloths, and other visual elements. Work is completed using materials provided by the Company+rsquo;s Creative Teams under the direction of the Scenic Charge Artist.
Please send resume/portfolio to asolo_human_resources@asolo.org
Essential Job Functions:
read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, paint elevations, models, and research materials provided by Designers.
recognize historical periods and artistic styles.
Use basic tools to create necessary layouts either by hand or with the use of reproduction equipment.
Adept at mixing and using various kinds of paints, ink, dyes, coatings, adhesives, and solvents
reproduce artwork in the desired format using common methods and techniques as directed by the charge artist.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Able to complete a project from start to finish including surface prep, back-paint, primer, base, graphics, sculptural or decorative elements, textures, and sealers; either alone or working in teams.
Able to maintain consistent quality and attention to detail in creating the Designer+rsquo;s vision of the performance environment.
Able to maintain clean and safe workspaces both in individual and common areas.
Able to work with the Shop Foreman and other departments to ensure product flow and on-time completion of scenic units.
Physically able to sit, stand, etc. for long periods of time while working on pieces of various sizes, including small hand props, stencil work and signage, larger scenic elements, and backdrops as large as 30 feet by 60 feet.
Able to lift up to fifty pounds and move larger materials with assistance.
Able to work safely on ladders, scaffolds, and personnel lifts.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
experience with professional studio and art school training.