Overhire, Paint Shop

Juilliard School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Juilliard School in New York, NY is seeking a part-time Scenic Artist to support productions at 60 Lincoln Center Plaza. Responsibilities include finishing scenic surfaces, prep and painting, and maintaining a safe, organized shop.

Required: prior scenic art experience and a strong portfolio; ability to work in a theatre team and meet deadlines. This is an as-needed role with opportunities to contribute to upcoming performances.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a scenic artist or equivalent in a fabrication setting.
• Portfolio demonstrating techniques and high quality work.
• Ability to work within a theatrical team and meet schedules.

Responsibilities

• Execute scenic finishes under direction of the Scenic Charge Artist and staff.
• Prep and painting of scenery and theatre spaces, including prep, priming, basing and back painting.
• Maintain and clean the shop and tools to ensure a safe workspace.

Skills

Scenic painting

Fabrication experience

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please note that this is a part-time, as needed position. If hired, the shop supervisor will add your name to a list and will reach out when there is work available.

Scenic Artist Responsibilities (essential functions):

• Executing scenic finishes under the direction of the Scenic Charge Artist, Assistant, and staff.
• Prep and painting of both scenery and the theater spaces themselves, which might include filing, priming, basing, and back painting.
• Maintenance and cleanup of the shop and its tools as necessary to maintain an orderly and safe workspace.

Lead Scenic Artist Responsibilities (essential functions):

• A lead takes on more responsibility for a specific project and teaching techniques for the project and managing the performance of other painters on that project.
• Executing scenic finishes under the direction of the Scenic Charge Artist, Assistant, and staff.
• Prep and painting of both scenery and the theater spaces themselves, which might include filing, priming, basing, and back painting.
• Maintenance and cleanup of the shop and its tools as necessary to maintain an orderly and safe workspace.

Responsibilities:

• Previous experience as a scenic artist or equivalent in a fabrication setting.
• Portfolio of work that demonstrates experience, various techniques, and a high quality of work
• Working knowledge of surface prep, scenic methods, and surface finishes.
• Ability to keep scheduled commitments.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and timelines.
• Expected to work within a theatrical team and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to adhere to technique and schedule.
• Must follow all health and safety guidelines deemed necessary by New York State, New York City, and The Juilliard School.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, climb, and lift a reasonable amount within the standard expectations of the position.
• Understanding of the mission of The Juilliard School as well as the School’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Willingness to participate in Juilliard’s inclusive policies and help promote a safe space.

Qualifications and Skills:

Preferred:

• Scenic Art training a plus
• Degree in Design or Production a plus
• Professional Scenic Art Experience a plus

This position is part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada, AFL-CIO, CLC.

Salary Range:

Base positions start at $34.00 per hour.

Working at Juilliard

Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.

Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other’s company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on excellence, creative enterprise, and equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.

The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 455
• Job Category Production Hourly
• Posting Date 08/10/2026, 05:58 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 60 Lincoln Center Plz, New York, NY, 10023, US