Top 68 Theatre scenic artist Jobs

Scenic Artist
Arena Stage —Washington, DC
- $23.00 - $24.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Artist in Residence (Theatre)
Regent University —Virginia Beach, VA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Steward
FAIRMONT —Santa Monica, CA
- $26.83 - $33.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Lobby Lounge Barback
FAIRMONT —Santa Monica, CA
- $17.72 - $22.15 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Customer service
- Hotel
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Overhire Scenery Artist
ALLEY THEATRE —Houston, TX
- $18 an hour
- Evenings as needed
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
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Central Florida Call for Freelance Theatre Technicians 2026
Significant Productions, Inc —The Villages, FL
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Carpentry
- Basic math
- English
Technical & Facilities Director
Albuquerque Little Theatre —Albuquerque, NM
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Carpentry
- Background check
- Supervising experience
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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7d
Theatre Arts, Paint and Prop Shop - Student Assistant
California State University —San Bernardino, CA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Inventory management
- English
10d
Teaching Artist
McCarter Theatre Center —Princeton, NJ
- $25 - $75 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Visiting Musical Theatre Assistant Professor
Augustana College —Rock Island, IL
- $43,000 - $46,000 a year
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
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School of the Arts Assistant Technical Director
Converse University —Spartanburg, SC
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
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Lecturer AY - Theater and New Dance
Cal Poly Pomona —Pomona, CA
- $5,507 - $15,211 a month
- Temporary
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Adjunct Faculty - Theatre
Aurora University —Aurora, IL
- $1,100 a week
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Technical Theatre - On Call
Children's Theatre of Charlotte —Charlotte, NC
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Mid-level
- Office
Part-Time Theatre Technician/Media Specialist II
Brightpoint Community College —Chesterfield, VA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
1d
Coffee Runner
FAIRMONT —Santa Monica, CA
- $27.57 - $34.47 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Hotel
- Organizational skills
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Assistant or Associate Professor of Scenic Design
University of Wisconsin–Madison —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Fig Restaurant Barback
FAIRMONT —Santa Monica, CA
- $17.72 - $22.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Customer service
- Restaurant
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Adjunct Faculty ? Summer Institute & Academic Year Appointments
Talladega College —Talladega, AL
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Research
- Mid-level
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Seasonal Room Attendant
FAIRMONT —Santa Monica, CA
- $26.83 - $33.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
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Scenic Artist

Arena Stage -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.00 - $24.75 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Safety data sheet (SDS) reading
OSHA (regulatory compliance area)
Paint mixing systems
Mural creation
Visual color comparison
Scenic painting
Following blueprint specifications
Color matching analysis
Managing art or design teams
Spray guns (painting, coating and spraying tool)
Managing media, arts or design teams
Respirator

Full Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Arena Stage is the voice of American theater resident in our nation's capital. Focused on American artists, our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a multitude of voices in our productions and community engagement programs to inspire people to action.

WHAT WE VALUE

A work culture that values experimentation and collaboration.

Excellence in all aspects of our endeavor.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion throughout the Organization and within our audience and the community.

Community Service through education and public engagement.

Lead effective partnerships and collaboration to serve artists and arts professionals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Scenic Artist acts as the primary scenic artist for all Arena Stage productions and events.

MINIMUM/CORE REQUIREMENTS:

2-4 years experience scenic art, mural work, fine art, theatrical scenery, related artistic
fields or educational equivalent
1 year experience in a leadership role

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Experience in faux finishing (wood grain, marble, stone, etc.), textures, foam
carving/sculpting, drawing, drop layout work, color matching and mixing, aging &
distressing techniques
Ability to use HVLP, airless, airbrush, and pump sprayers.
Knowledge of current safety standards, MSDS's and OSHA practices
Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining quality
Attention to detail in all aspects
Ability to read draftings and renderings/elevations
Ability to adapt to frequently changing circumstances, work collaboratively with other
employees and guest artists, and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations

KEY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Execute scenic treatments on all scenery pieces and specialty prop pieces, as directed by the Scenic Charge Artist
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist, lead a team of over hire scenic artists in the execution of scenic treatments
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist, maintain paint shop tools, inventories, and cleanliness
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist, maintain all three theatre spaces for internal and external events
Create touch up kits for Production Carpenters to maintain the finish of each show throughout the run
May be required to work late nights and holidays depending on show needs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to climb and work from lifts/ladders with or without reasonable accommodation
Frequently required to use repetitive hand motions and to reach and bend
Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day
Capable of wearing a respirator

The Washington Drama Society, Inc., Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].

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