Scenic Painter - Overhire

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on all WSI brands

401(k) plan

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off

Health, dental and vision insurance

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

The Scenic Painter Overhire at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. supports the Set Building Team by painting scenic elements, backgrounds, and related surfaces for Williams-Sonoma brands.

This is a casual temporary, hourly role expected to work daily, with overtime, evenings, and occasional weekends. Responsibilities include painting, wood staining, plaster finishes, faux stone, and tile work under the Lead Scenic Painter.

Responsibilities

• Assist in paint application for scenic elements, photography backgrounds, and surfaces
• Follow approved paint procedures to execute finishes, wood staining, plaster finishes, faux stone, and tile work
• Prepare scenery for paint treatments
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment across the photo studios, set shop, paint shop, and storage areas
• Uphold safety requirements, shop maintenance procedures, and production processes
• Collaborate with Set Building team members, photo studios, and operations teams to investigate challenges and troubleshoot solutions
• Other duties as assigned, including basic set construction, set installation, and warehousing of set elements

Job description

Job Description

About the Photo Studio Set Building Team: The Williams Sonoma Set Building Team creates photo studio scenery to support the creative needs of Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and Teen, Mark & Graham, and Green Row.

Overview of the Scenic Painter Overhire

The Scenic Painter Overhire is a casual temporary role that supports the Set Building Team to meet production requirements while maintaining a safe, positive work environment. Overhires will be called in to work daily - weekly assignments on an as needed basis. This is an hourly position and must be able to work overtime, evenings, and occasionally on weekends. Tasks include but are not limited to: hand painting or spraying set pieces, faux finishing, tiling, wallpapering, basic set construction, and shop maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in paint application for scenic elements, photography back grounds, and surfaces
• Under the direction of the Lead Scenic Painter, follow approved paint procedures to execute paint finishes, wood staining, plaster finishes, faux stone, and tile work
• Prepare scenery for paint treatments
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment across the photo studios, set shop, paint shop, and storage areas.
• Uphold established wood shop and paint shop safety requirements, shop maintenance procedures, and production processes
• Collaborate with Set Building team members, photo studios, and operations teams investigate challenges and troubleshoot solutions
• Other duties as assigned, which at times may include basic set construction, set installation, and warehousing of set elements

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $29.20-$33.58/hr. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

About Us

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.