Scenic Artist

Scenic Guild; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Job summary

The Cumberland County Playhouse in Crossville, TN is seeking a talented Scenic Artist to join us for the remainder of our 2026 season, with potential to stay for 2027. The role requires running the paint shop, delegating tasks, and coordinating with the Resident Charge Artist and Production Manager to complete shows on schedule.

We offer housing in addition to pay of $400 per week. The position runs through 11/22/26, with a strong chance of continued work and scenic design opportunities in the

Qualifications

• Scenic artist with strong painting skills.
• Experience running the paint shop and leading a crew.

Responsibilities

• Finish out the 2026 season as a Scenic Artist.
• Run the paint shop and delegate tasks to a crew.
• Work with Resident Charge Artist and Production Manager to deliver timely work.

Skills

Scenic painting

Crew leadership

Job description

cumberland county playhouse

Crossville, TN

Expires: 03/02/27

Job Dates

09/15/26 – 11/22/26

Pay

$400 per week plus housing per week

The Cumberland County Playhouse seeks talented Scenic Artist to join us for the remainder of our season. The Playhouse is the oldest regional theater in the state of TN just having celebrated our 61st season. We have two indoor spaces; a 500 seat Mainstage and a 260 seat Black Box, we are also fortunate enough to have an outdoor space. We are a year a round theater, although this position is to finish out our 2026 season there is an opportunity to stay on for our 2027 season. With the possibility of advancement and scenic design work. Our season concludes with Addams Family, Sh-Boom! A Christmas Miracle and Its a Wonderful Life the Radio Show. The perfect candidate will not only be an exceptional scenic artist but will also be experienced in running the paint shop, know how to delegate and run a crew as well as being able to work in a timely manner. Scenic Artist will be working closely with Resident Charge Artist, a scenic painter, interns and volunteers.

Reports Scenic Charge Artist and Production Manager

Pay Rate:
$400 per week
Free Housing (With the cost of living in Crossville that benefit is equivalent to $700 per month)

The Cumberland County Playhouse is proud to affirm and accelerate its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that our workforce, stages and boardroom reflect our dedication to social and racial equality. As a united staff and board, we promise to promote an environment that is truly equitable as an ongoing and intentional process of self-examination, accountability and action. For more information please visit: www.ccplayhouse.com

Come spend the fall on the beautiful Cumberland Plateau!

Contact

Sam Hahn

Technical Producer

[e-mail]

Business Address

221 tennessee ave

Crossville, TN 38555