Scenic Artist I: Texture & Paint Specialist

Oregon Shakespeare Festival; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, OR, seeks a Scenic Artist I to prepare, layout, paint and texture scenery and props for OSF productions. The role supports a diverse design team and requires adherence to safety and anti-racist practices.

Expect 11/2/2026 to 12/18/2026, with a pay rate of $27.66 hourly under IATSE Local 154. Work includes collaboration, independent tasking, and occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in scenic art or faux finishing.
• Four years of educational experience in scenic painting may be considered in lieu of professional work.

Responsibilities

• Paint, texture and finish scenery and props per design.
• Model and support OSF IDEA values through inclusive behavior and safety.
• Interpret drawings and paint elevations to achieve set look.
• Generate paint samples and perform touch ups.
• Label paint colors and document all work.
• Follow safety practices and dispose of hazardous materials.

Skills

Paint mixing

Rollers & brushes

Scenic painting techniques

Drawing & layout

Carving & sculpting

Computer basics

Team collaboration

Education

Four years of scenic painting education

Tools

HVLP spray guns

Airbrushes

Paint textures & finishes

Job description

Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, OR, seeks a Scenic Artist I to prepare, layout, paint and texture scenery and props for OSF productions. The role supports a diverse design team and requires adherence to safety and anti-racist practices.

Expect 11/2/2026 to 12/18/2026, with a pay rate of $27.66 hourly under IATSE Local 154. Work includes collaboration, independent tasking, and occasional overtime as needed.