Overhire Scenic Artist

Scenic Guild; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mind The Gap, a NYC-based scenery producer, seeks a Scenic Artist Overhire to interpret renderings and lead the paint team on shop projects.

You will develop paint processes, track orders, and collaborate with Production Director to ensure feasible timelines; you will supervise staff and ensure textures, aging, and prep are completed to spec.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a commercial scenic fabrication shop.
• Ability to read renderings and paint specifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Independent worker who can meet deadlines.
• Expert knowledge of scenic paint standards and techniques.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret renderings and assess scenic needs for shop.
• Create and document paint process; track orders and formulas.
• Consult with Director of Production on feasibility with staff and timelines.
• Coordinate with Shop Foreman to meet workflow timelines per project.
• Supervise Paint Staff and assigned workers.
• Monitor progress and inform supervisors of issues.
• Update project paperwork.
• Prepare surfaces for durability and aesthetics (fill, sand, prime, coat foam).
• Apply 3D textures and age/distress scenic pieces.
• Touch up damaged stock scenery post-rehearsal.
• Prep on-site kits with scenic elements.
• Inventory and maintain paint supplies.

Skills

Renderings interpretation

Paint techniques

Team leadership

Communication skills

Deadline oriented

Tools

Paint brushes & materials

Safety equipment

Job description

Job Dates

04/30/26 – 04/30/27

Pay

$30-$35 per week

TITLE: Scenic Artist Overhire

CLASSIFICATION: Non – Exempt / Hourly Employee

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR(s): Shop Foreperson, Director of Production, Scenic Charge

Department: Scenic/ Paint

Standard Work Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. Onsite hours to vary

Compensation: $30 – $35 per hour based on experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpret renderings for all scenic elements and assess scenic needs for shop
• Create and document paint process for each project and prep and track product orders and formulas
• Consult with the Director of Production to determine if the scenic elements as designed can be realized with given staff levels and timelines
• Consult with Shop Foreman to ensure all workflow timelines are met on a per project basis
• Supervise Paint Staff and assigned workers
• Monitor paint progress and inform the Director of Production and Shop Foreman of any potential conflicts or issues
• Update project paperwork in process
• Appropriately prep scenic surfaces for durability and aesthetics, including but not limited to filling holes, sanding, priming, and coating foam
• Create and apply a variety of three-dimensional textures, such as raised wood grains
• Authentically age and distress scenic pieces as necessary
• Touch up stock scenery and scenery that has been damaged in rehearsal or performance as necessary
• Coordinate with Shop Foreman in regard to completed scenic elements that are ready to be teched, finished, or packed
• Prep on site kits for each project to go along with scenic elements
• Inventory and maintain stock of required paint and supplies

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 5 years of working in a commercial scenic fabrication shop
• Be able to read and interpret renderings and paint specifications
• Ability to handle scenery and materials up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work independently and complete projects on a deadline
• Expert knowledge of Scenic paint standards and techniques
• Expert knowledge of scenic treatments for theatrical purposes
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to set a standard of excellence and inspire a sense of group responsibility among team members

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Retirement, Transit, Vacation, and Holiday PTO
• A chance to be at a rapidly growing company working on a dedicated hard-working team that loves to create amazing experiences while still having fun.

Mind the Gap Inc. produces scenery for brand activations, experiential marketing, theatre, fashion, and more in the New York City area as well as across the United States. With over 500+ projects since 2012, MTG prides itself on being one of the area+rsquo;s go-to fabrication companies for projects massive and minimal.

MTG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MTG is dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace. MTG makes hiring decisions solely based on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Contact

Mind The Gap

Founder

[e-mail]

https://www.mindthegap.nyc/contact-us

[phone]

Business Address

75 Huntington St

Brooklyn, NY 11231

Venue Address

MTG Shop

75 Huntington Street