Scenic Artist

Scenic Guild; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Paid holidays

Pension contributions

Company benefits

Supportive environment

Job summary

Rocket Scenery in the UK is seeking a skilled scenic painter to join our Paintshop team. You will translate designers' small-scale ideas into full-scale finishes using traditional and contemporary techniques, delivering high craftsmanship across multiple projects.

You'll work on large-scale cloths and scenic elements, collaborate across Scenic Art, Carpentry, Metalwork and Set Electrics, and contribute to a positive workshop culture.

Qualifications

• Must have practical scenic painting experience or relevant training.
• Strong eye for detail and high craftsmanship standards.
• Creative, solutions-focused approach to challenges.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Positive, reliable, collaborative attitude with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Interpret designers' drawings and references, developing them into full-scale reproductions.
• Work on large-scale cloths, gauzes and scenic elements.
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with Scenic Art, Carpentry, Metalwork and Set Electrics.
• Maintain safe working practices and health and safety procedures.
• Assist in maintenance and safe use of Paintshop equipment and facilities.
• Contribute positively to workshop environment and company culture.

Skills

Practical painting skills

Attention to detail

Creative problem solving

Team player

Reliable and collaborative

Willingness to learn

Education

Professional scenic painting experience or relevant training

Job description

The Role

Working within our Paintshop team, you will help translate designers' small scale ideas into full-scale scenic finishes using a broad range of traditional and contemporary scenic techniques. You will contribute to the delivery of multiple projects, maintaining the high standards of craftsmanship, creativity and efficiency for which Rocket Scenery is known.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret designers' drawings and references, developing them into full-scale reproductions.
• Work on large-scale cloths, gauzes and scenic elements.
• Work effectively to project deadlines while maintaining excellent quality standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Scenic Art, Carpentry, Metalwork and Set Electrics.
• Maintain safe working practices and adhere to company health and safety procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance and safe use of Paintshop equipment and facilities.
• Contribute positively to the workshop environment and company culture.

About You

• Professional scenic painting experience or relevant training.
• Strong practical painting skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A creative and solutions-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive, reliable and collaborative attitude.
• A willingness to learn and develop new techniques.

Why Join Rocket Scenery?

• Work on some of the UK's most exciting scenic projects.
• Join an established and respected company with a strong reputation for quality.
• Opportunities for scenic training and development.
• Paid holiday, pension contributions and company benefits.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.