Seasonal Scenic Paint Shop Coordinator

Playwright Co; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Juilliard School is seeking an Assistant Scenic Charge Artist to support daily management of the paint shop, staff, and flow of scenery between shops and theaters. The role involves painting, shop maintenance, and mentoring scenic art apprentices in technique and work habits.

The position is full-time seasonal with a rate of $39.50 per hour, 40 hours per week for 42 weeks. The candidate will work with IO unions and collaborate across departments to meet production deadlines.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience as a scenic artist in a professional setting.
• Three years' experience working in theater.
• Computer literacy, specifically in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Determines and executes daily work schedule and workflow with Scenic Charge Artist.
• Coordinates with TDs, Lead carpenters, and other shops for daily scenery flow.
• Participates in painting and back painting of scenery and maintenance of spaces.
• Maintains safe, tidy workstations and moves them as needed.
• Monitors finished quality and communicates concerns to Scenic Charge Artist.
• Assists in monitoring workflow and deadlines, informing TDs, PMs, and designers of changes.
• Maintains shop/tools and assigns maintenance tasks.
• Keeps up with designer communications and leads on show items.
• Helps ensure timesheets are filled daily by paint shop staff and overhire.
• Assists with payroll and accounts payable as assigned.
• Maintains inventory with apprentices and leads material sourcing and paperwork.
• Attends staff/production meetings and rehearsals; supports schedule flexibility.

Skills

Team collaboration

Professional demeanor

Verbal communication

Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

Three years' scenic artist experience (professional setting)

Three years' experience working in theater

Theatrical degree in Theater Design or Theater Production

Certificate in Scenic Art

Experience working with young scenic artists

Experience working in educational institution

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Juilliard School is seeking an Assistant Scenic Charge Artist to support daily management of the paint shop, staff, and flow of scenery between shops and theaters. The role involves painting, shop maintenance, and mentoring scenic art apprentices in technique and work habits.

The position is full-time seasonal with a rate of $39.50 per hour, 40 hours per week for 42 weeks. The candidate will work with IO unions and collaborate across departments to meet production deadlines.