Scenic painter - Theatre Practitioner Level 3

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity; Banff; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and creative environment at an esteemed institution dedicated to the arts. As a Scenic Painter, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to bring theatrical visions to life through stunning visual elements. This role offers the chance to work on exciting opera performances, ensuring that every backdrop and prop reflects the artistic direction of the production. With a focus on teamwork and creativity, this position is perfect for someone passionate about the performing arts and eager to contribute to a vibrant cultural community. Embrace this opportunity to enhance your skills and make a lasting impact in the world of theatre.

Benefits

Transitional Staff Housing

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Cafeteria Discounts

Onsite Fitness Facility Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Theatre or Performing Arts.
• Formal theatre education and knowledge of industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual elements for theatre performances.
• Paint backdrops and props in collaboration with artistic directors.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Theatre Techniques

Attention to Detail

Education

Formal Theatre Education

Tools

Variety of Brushes

Painting Techniques

Job description

Scenic Painter - Theatre Practitioner Level 2 or 3

This is a term position from July 2 - 25, 2025.

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

We recognize, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minihrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

Banff Centre is looking for a Scenic Painter who can work collaboratively to provide artistic support for this summer's Opera performances.

Specific Accountabilities

Reporting to the Production Manager, Performing Arts, some key responsibilities include:

1. Assist with creating visual elements for theatre and opera performances.
2. Painting backdrops, murals, and props in collaboration with artistic directors.
3. Work closely with set designers to ensure that painted elements match the vision for the production, understanding the color schemes, texture needs, and overall visual direction.
4. Use a variety of brushes and techniques to achieve desired effects.
5. Once a production is underway, maintain painted sets, touching up areas that have been damaged when moved or from use.

Qualification and Educational Requirements

1. Theatre Practitioner level 2: must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
2. Theatre practitioner level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
3. Has completed a formal theatre education.
4. Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
6. Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast-paced environment.
7. Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up-to-date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards.
8. Able to apply professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts.

Special Requirements

1. Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.

Employment Terms & Benefits

1. In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
2. Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
3. Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
4. This is a term position, from July 2 - 25, 2025.
5. Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:

• Transitional staff housing (based on availability).
• Professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (Vistas, Maclab Bistro).
• Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

1. We are accepting applications for this position until suitable candidates have been found.
2. Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record prior to an extension of a final employment offer.
3. Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.