Prop & Scenic Artist for Theme Park Environments

Merlin Entertainments; Ewell; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Annual Merlin Passes

Merlin Magic Pass

Company bonus

Private pension

LEGO discount

On-site discount

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments' Chessington World of Adventures Resort in Surrey is seeking a Creative Artist to join the Technical Services team. In this hands-on role, you’ll create, maintain and enhance themed environments across attractions, hotels, queue lines and public spaces.

You will contribute scenic painting, prop making, set dressing and themed installations, supporting seasonal events and ensuring the resort remains visually engaging, immersive and operationally ready.

Qualifications

• Qualification or practical experience in prop making or scenic art.
• Proven scenic painting and decorative finishes experience.
• Experience creating and repairing props with various materials.
• Strong artistic ability with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret drawings and designs.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible for seasonal events and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Scenic painting, decorative finishes and creative enhancements across the Resort.
• Designing, constructing, repairing and maintaining themed props and scenic elements.
• Installing themed features, signage, props and decorative assets.
• Delivering planned preventative maintenance to themed environments.
• Supporting the installation and removal of seasonal theming and event infrastructure.
• Collaborating with operational, project and technical teams to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Prop making

Scenic painting

Theatre production

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Prop Making or Scenic Art qualification

Theatre Production background

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Merlin Entertainments' Chessington World of Adventures Resort in Surrey is seeking a Creative Artist to join the Technical Services team. In this hands-on role, you’ll create, maintain and enhance themed environments across attractions, hotels, queue lines and public spaces.

You will contribute scenic painting, prop making, set dressing and themed installations, supporting seasonal events and ensuring the resort remains visually engaging, immersive and operationally ready.