Themed Environments Artist: Scenic Painting & Prop Making

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Merlin Annual Passes

Private pension scheme

Staff discounts

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments is seeking a Creative Artist to join the Technical Services team at Chessington World of Adventures Resort. You will help create, maintain and enhance themed environments across attractions, hotels, queue lines and public spaces, delivering high standards in props, scenic painting and installations.

Responsibilities include seasonal theming, preventative maintenance and collaboration with operations and project teams to ensure guests have immersive, visually engaging

Qualifications

• Qualification or equivalent practical experience in Prop Making, Scenic Art, Product Design, Theatre Production, Model Making or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in scenic painting and decorative finishes.
• Experience creating and repairing props using a variety of materials.
• Strong artistic ability with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings, artwork and design specifications.

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.
• Working collaboratively with operational, project and technical teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Prop Making

Scenic Painting

Theatre Production

Time Management

Independent Working

Education

Qualification in Prop Making or related discipline

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Merlin Entertainments is seeking a Creative Artist to join the Technical Services team at Chessington World of Adventures Resort. You will help create, maintain and enhance themed environments across attractions, hotels, queue lines and public spaces, delivering high standards in props, scenic painting and installations.

Responsibilities include seasonal theming, preventative maintenance and collaboration with operations and project teams to ensure guests have immersive, visually engaging