Artist, Figure Finish Tech (3rd)

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL seeks a skilled set/prop fabricator and maintenance specialist to maintain, repair, and install skins, props, and decorative sets for rides and shows. You will clean, repair, and finish skin and shell surfaces with painting and finishing techniques.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in set/prop fabrication with finishing, plus a Florida driver’s license. This role emphasizes safety compliance and meticulous documentation in a dynamic theme park environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s degree in Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming or equivalent preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years set/prop fabrication and maintenance with finishing of animated figures required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and install skins, coverings, and support structures for animated figures.
• Paint silicone and fiberglass skins using airbrush, faux finish, and automotive paints.
• Maintain sets for rides and shows, including backdrops and soft materials.
• Fabricate and install show props; mold, cast, construct and finish.
• Assist in access for inspections and repairs, including mechanical disassembly/assembly.
• Install/embed fasteners and attachments on figures, sets, and props.
• Inspect assets for wear/damage and document findings; follow safety policies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Visual Arts / Scenery Production / Technical Theater / Costuming

Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts / Scenery Production / Technical Theater / Costuming

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Maintain the original aesthetics and function of the animated figures, props, and sets within the Rides and Shows. The responsibilities will include cleaning, repairing, installing, and finishing/painting skins, shells, costumes, props, and set pieces as well as access into these assets for Ride and Show Mechanics. Knowledge of all techniques, materials, and tools involved in silicone skin repair, fiberglass repair and finishing, scenic painting, faux finishing, airbrushing, automotive painting, carpentry, sculpting, mold making, casting, fabrication, sewing, costuming, patterning, wig care, mechanical work, and problem solving will be utilized.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and install flexible and non-flexible skins, coverings (including costumes, wigs, fur, and feathers), and support structures for animated figures. This includes planning/preparing for work, cleaning, repairing, painting of silicone and fiberglass skins and shells, cleaning of work area, and documenting work. Mends or replaces costumes and other figure coverings. Painting processes to include properly assessing, mixing, and applying airbrush and/or faux paint techniques, automotive paint applications, as well as wet/dry brush and sponge painting
• Maintain sets within Rides and Shows to include planning/preparing for work, cleaning, sculpting, construction, painting, cleaning of work area, and documenting work. Maintenance of show sets to include mending or replacing backdrops, curtains, scrims, and other set related soft materials. Painting techniques to include brushing, rolling, blending, spraying, and faux finishing techniques of show sets.
• Maintain, fabricate, and install show props to include planning/preparing for work, cleaning, molding, casting, construction, finishing/painting, cleaning of work area, and documenting work.
• Assist Ride and Show Maintenance with access into figures, props, and sets for their inspections and repairs to include mechanical disassembly and assembly of parts related to animated figures.
• Maintain, fabricate, and install/embed fasteners and attachments for animated figures, sets, and props. This can include buckles, straps, zippers, snaps, stand-offs, tabs, and various inserts.
• Inspect figures, sets, props, shop facilities, equipment, and tools for any wear/damage and document findings. Assist in show quality walk-throughs, assessing animated figures, show sets and props for necessary repairs and improvements.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school degree or GED is required
• Associate’s degree is preferred - Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred - Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years set/prop fabrication and maintenance with the finishing aspect of animated figures is required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Florida Driver’s License/ required to operate company vehicles

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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