Job (Calgary): Head Scenic Painter – Alberta Theatre Projects

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; Vor Ort; CAD 35.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Alberta Theatre Projects in Calgary is seeking a Head Scenic Painter for the 2017/18 season. The Scenic Artist is responsible for painting all set pieces, backdrops, murals and other scenic elements in collaboration with the production team. Work dates vary by season, with an annually renewable contract and wage governed by the IA.T.S.E.

Local 212 agreement. The role requires excellent scenic painting skills, knowledge of painting techniques, and a strong commitment to health and safety in a

Qualifikationen

• Excellent artistic and scenic painting skills.
• Knowledge of scenic painting techniques, layout and paint application.
• Awareness of Health and Safety requirements when working with paints.

Aufgaben

• Paint all set pieces, backdrops, murals and various scenic elements as part of the production team.
• Paint elements and complex props as briefed by the Set Designer.
• Ensure work meets agreed standards and deadlines.
• Attend production meetings, staff meetings, rehearsals and note sessions.

Kenntnisse

Scenic painting

Artistic skills

Colour mixing

Health & Safety

Jobbeschreibung

The Virgin Trial – Alberta Theatre Projects The Virgin Trial
Alberta Theatre Projects

Directed by: Glynis Leyshon
Written by: Kate Hennig
Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein
Set Design: Scott Reid.
Lighting Design: David Fraser
Costume Design: Heather Moore
Photo: Benjamin Laird

Photo Credits

Directed by: Glynis Leyshon
Written by: Kate Hennig
Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein
Set Design: Scott Reid.
Lighting Design: David Fraser
Costume Design: Heather Moore
Photo: Benjamin Laird

Job (Calgary): Head Scenic Painter – Alberta Theatre Projects

Job (Calgary): Head Scenic Painter – Alberta Theatre Projects

Seeking Head Scenic Painter beginning 2017/18 season!

Alberta Theatre Projects creates community by producing relevant, high quality contemporary theatre; by playing a national leadership role in the development and creation of new Canadian plays; and by bringing audience and artists together in an exchange around the work.

This is an annually renewable contract position and specific work dates will vary by season. 2017-2018 season work dates are August 14 – November 19, 2017 and January 22 – April 1, 2018.

Job Description/ Duties:

• Working as an integral member of the production team, The Scenic Artist is responsible for the painting of all set pieces, backdrops, murals and various other scenic elements.
• The Scenic Artist will be briefed by the Set Designer to paint all scenic elements and complex props.
• Ensure that their work is carried out to the agreed standards and deadlines.
• The Scenic Artist will adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines and carry out their tasks in a safe work environment.
• The Scenic Artist shall attend production meetings, staff meetings, technical rehearsals, and note sessions as scheduled.

Skills/ Assets:

• The Scenic Artist will need excellent, comprehensive artistic and scenic skills. They should have a good knowledge of scenic painting techniques, layout and paint application, and colour mixing skill.
• The Scenic Artist’s abilities should include the traditional fine arts skills of sketching, rendering, and painting in addition to being well versed in theatrical painting techniques.
• A working knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures when working with paints is essential.

Employer Profile:At Alberta Theatre Projects we are committed to a diverse workforce and a respectful work environment. We are focused on attracting and retaining the best talent by encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and people with disability.

Additional Information:Working conditions and wage shall be governed by Collective Agreement with I.A.T.S.E., Local 212.

For more information about Alberta Theatre Projects, please visit our website at www.atplive.com .

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