Silicone Artist

LF Studios; Hazelwood (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeFormations is seeking a dedicated Silicone Artist to join our busy design and fabrication studio in Ohio. You will collaborate with project leads to mold and cast silicone and fiberglass characters and scenery, solving production challenges with precision.

A strong portfolio and hands-on experience with RTV silicone, fiberglass, carpentry, and shop tools are required. The role is full-time with flexibility for extended hours on projects, in a creative but safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in related field with portfolio.
• Working knowledge of RTV silicone and the molding and casting process.
• Professional references that speak to craft, accountability, and efficiency.
• Strong ability to problem-solve in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of fiberglass production, carpentry, and steel fabrication.
• Experience with both electric and pneumatic hand power tools.
• Dependable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Driver’s license required.
• High school diploma.
• This position is full-time; must have flexibility in your schedule to allow for extended hours as needed on a project-by-project basis.

Responsibilities

• Working with project leads to create quality molds and castings for silicone and fiberglass characters/scenic elements.
• Ability to solve mold-making process challenges and innovate on strategies/methods.
• Assist in producing high-quality finished silicone skins and fiberglass parts.
• Assist in the surface integration of a variety of materials, often within the same character.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adapt to changing processes and priorities.
• Adhere to company set Quality Assurance Policies.
• Self-accountability for performance and space cleanliness.
• Innovation of new methods and techniques for material applications.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Dependable

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RTV silicone tools

Molding and casting tools

Electric hand tools

Pneumatic hand tools

Fiberglass fabrication tools

Carpentry tools

Steel fabrication tools

Job description

Silicone Artist Position:

LifeFormations is a leading Designer and Fabricator for Animatronic Figures and Scenic Elements for Theme Parks, Exhibits, and Visitor Centers around the world.

We are looking for a highly self-motivated individual that can move quickly & efficiently from one task to another, who has the ability to work independently and as part of a team while being confident in taking on highly detailed work.

Responsibilities:

• Working with project leads to create quality molds and castings for silicone and fiberglass characters/scenic elements.
• Ability to solve mold-making process challenges and innovate on strategies/methods.
• Assist in producing high-quality finished silicone skins and fiberglass parts.
• Assist in the surface integration of a variety of materials, often within the same character.
• Ability to stay focused and productive throughout the day.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Adapt to changing processes and priorities in a creative studio environment.
• Adhere to company set Quality Assurance Policies.
• Self-accountability of performance and for the cleanliness of the space you occupy.
• Innovation of new methods and techniques for material applications.

Requirements:

• 3 years experience in a related field with a portfolio to support.
• Working knowledge of RTV silicone and the molding and casting process.
• Professional references that speak to your craft, accountability, and efficiency.
• Strong ability to problem-solve in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of fiberglass production, carpentry, and steel fabrication.
• Experience with both electric and pneumatic hand power tools.
• Dependable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Driver’s license required.
• High school diploma.
• This position is full-time; must have flexibility in your schedule to allow for extended hours as needed on a project-by-project basis.

Additional skills that would be beneficial:

• Experience with surface bodywork. (including prepping a surface for paint).
• Leadership mindset: Ability to lead a small- to the medium-sized team.
• Patching and seaming silicone.
• Painting silicone.
• Integrating costume elements to silicone.
• Production paint experience.

https://lfstudios.com/