Themed Scenic Painter & Hand-Lettering Artist

Six Flags Corp; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Corp is seeking a Pictorial Artist in Buena Park, CA to create and maintain hand-painted scenic art, murals, signage, and decorative finishes across the park’s themed areas. You will apply hand lettering and faux finishes to bring environments to life, collaborating with Creative and Facilities teams to ensure thematic consistency.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in scenic painting or related decorative arts, with strong color-matching, attention to detail, and the ability to operate

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED.
• Vocational / technical training, emphasis in Fine Art, Illustration, Scenic Painting preferred.
• Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or Scenic Painting certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Paint and maintain scenic backdrops, facades, and themed environments to design standards.
• Hand-letter and paint signage throughout the park, including directional and decorative signage.
• Apply faux finishes and decorative painting techniques (wood grain, stone, aging/distressing).
• Perform touch-up and restoration painting on attractions and props.
• Collaborate with Decor, Facilities, and Creative teams to ensure thematic consistency.
• Prepare surfaces (sanding, priming, cleaning) prior to painting.
• Mix and color-match paint to established palettes.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Hand-lettering

Freehand painting

Color matching

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma / GED

Vocational / technical training (Fine Art / Illustration / Scenic Painting)

Graphic Design / Fine Arts certifications

Tools

Reach lifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

Six Flags Corp is seeking a Pictorial Artist in Buena Park, CA to create and maintain hand-painted scenic art, murals, signage, and decorative finishes across the park’s themed areas. You will apply hand lettering and faux finishes to bring environments to life, collaborating with Creative and Facilities teams to ensure thematic consistency.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in scenic painting or related decorative arts, with strong color-matching, attention to detail, and the ability to operate