Overhire Scenic Artist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Retirement

Transit

Vacation PTO

Holiday PTO

Job summary

Mind the Gap Inc., a NYC area scenery provider, seeks a Scenic Artist Overhire. The role focuses on interpreting renderings, creating paint processes, and supervising the Paint staff to meet project timelines.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in commercial scenic fabrication, expert paint techniques, and strong communication. On-site hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am–4:30pm, with flexibility as projects demand.

Qualifications

• 5 years in a commercial scenic fabrication shop.
• Ability to read renderings and paint specifications.
• Ability to handle scenery up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of independent work and meeting deadlines.
• Expert knowledge of scenic paint standards and theatrical applications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret renderings and assess scenic needs for shop.
• Create and document paint processes; prep and track orders and formulas.
• Consult with Production to determine feasibility with staff and timelines.
• Consult with Shop Foreman to ensure workflow timelines are met.
• Supervise Paint Staff and assigned workers.
• Monitor progress and flag conflicts to directors.
• Update project paperwork in process.
• Prep surfaces for durability and aesthetics (filling holes, sanding, priming, coating foam).
• Create textures and age/distress scenic pieces.
• Touch up stock scenery damaged in rehearsal or performance.
• Coordinate with Shop Foreman on completed elements teched/packed.
• Prepare on-site kits and maintain paint stock.

Skills

Scenic fabrication

Renderings reading

50 lbs handling

Deadline driven

Scenic paint techniques

Communication

Team leadership

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
based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. If you have any questions
or need assistance completing the application, please email us at the contact address above.

Business Address

75 Huntington St

Brooklyn, NY 11231

Venue Address

MTG Shop

75 Huntington Street