A Scenic Artist works alongside the set designer and accomplishes the task of delivering and giving painted effects for the production. Typical duties listed on the Scenic Artist Resume are – purchasing paint and supplies; creating color samples, and textures from the model or elevations; creating patterns as necessary, finishing the work by giving aging techniques; creating a touch-up kit and touching up the scenery, cleaning the paint area on project completion; and completing all other duties as delegated.
Summary of skills that can highlight a resume is – the ability to work in a group, demonstrable proficiency, and knowledge of painting techniques; prior work experience on a painted frame, attention to detail, and a solid grasp of texturing and sculpting. Most of the job applicants have a degree or diploma in a related field.
Summary : Attention to detail, idea generation, painting, drawing, form development and merchandising are skills that I have cultivated into strengths over the course of my career. Had an affinity for solving problems, and my education in industrial design has given me the tools to do so efficiently.
Skills : Drawing, Painting, Rendering, Marker Rendering, Fashion Sketching, Model Building, Welding, Carpentry, Spec Work, Fluent In Spanish.
Description :
Discussed the brief with a set or production designer.
Analysed the technical drawings and model box (a scale model of the set) to work out how to create a full-scale reproduction.
Researched the best materials to use to create a realistic scene, for example the type of surface.
Calculated the cost of materials required and ordering supplies.
Used a projector to transfer a design onto a larger surface as a guide for painting the scene or mural.
Selected paints, mixing colours and applying to surfaces using a range of paintbrushes and other tools such as a spray gun.
Used techniques such as stencilling, marbling, woodgraining and texturing.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Industrial Design
Scenic Artist Resume
Summary : Scenic artists paint backdrops, murals and prop pieces for theatre, TV and film productions. Take the designs and ideas provided by a production or set designer and create the set pieces, which could be anything from a cityscape to a wall decorated in period style.
Produced scenic works for clients events, to include weddings, parties, tradeshows, amusement parks, fairs and conventions.
Recreated the movie set for the Lego Movie Experience at Legoland.
Built the grand entrance for the San Diego County Fair.
Restored and repair furniture.
Created and repaired large and small props.
Assisted on custom construction builds.
Worked on site to help clients achieve their vision.
Performed Administrative duties when Scene Shop Manager was not available.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelors In Design
Scenic Artist Resume
Objective : Many short term, project based jobs are not listed here, and can be supplied upon request. Strengths include: special material handling, inventory management, equipment preparation, use and cleaning, good time management; strong work ethic.
Worked in Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Convention Center, and Easton Sigal Museum among others as part of a team of scenic artists and craftsmen for oldest, independently owned Philadelphia-area scenic studio, creating scenic elements for museums, corporate trade shows, theaters, visitor centers, and others.
Used trade materials and equipment, including a wide range of paints, finishes, adhesives, fabrics, foam products, fiberglass, plastic resins, mold materials, metal screen/wire, wood products, and manufactured plants and organics.
Lifted up to 60 pounds.
Operated a scissor lift, spray booth, airless sprayer, spray guns, airbrushes, power and hand tools.
Followed tool maintenance and shop safety guidelines and procedures to organize inventory and manage a clean work environment.
Painted, sculpted, and textured scenery for 8-12 show seasons.
Met with scenic designers, interpreted design renderings and research.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA In Fine Art
Scenic Artist Resume
Summary : Scenic Artist is reading construction drawings and use an architect’s scale ruler, Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the shop and theatrical venues, Seeking the best use of materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Skills : Artist, Policy Assistant, Planning.
Description :
Complied with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances.
Respected the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community.
Prioritized duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.
Multitasked, worked on several productions at one time.
Worked in a collaborative, group work environment.
Followed and executed specific verbal and written instructions.
Communicated effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelors In Applied Design
Scenic Artist Resume
Objective : Creative, and a problem-solver. Had well-rounded experience. This includes painting scenery to create the illusion of authentic materials such as wood, brick, metal, stained glass, marble, stone, titanium, and/or aging and altering actual materials and decorations.
Skills : Faux Finish, Pysanky, Scenic Art, Figure Drawing, Oil Painting, Organizational, Team Player, Design And Composition, Attention To Detail.
Description :
Application of faux paint to simulate the aging process on objects such as awnings, buildings, and various decor in local theme parks.
Aged exterior wood panels through the use of paint at Chester and Hester inside Disney Animal Kingdom.
Simulated the corrosion process of copper into patina on multiple chimney caps located at Disney Saratoga Springs.
Performed duties as the Paint Charge, Props master, Lighting grip and Stage Hand in various Summer Theatre Groups as well as during the school year .
Preformed many different duties according to each job.
Everything from carpentry, masonry, sculpting, paining, metal work, wood working, and everything in between.
Used Attention to detail and careful and precise preperation for each project.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MFA
Scenic Artist Resume
Summary : As a Scenic Artist, responsible for creating the visual elements of a production. Involved in every aspect of the creative process, from developing concepts and sketches to designing sets and props to painting backdrops and more.
Skills : Knowledge of sewing, scaling out and painting large drops.
Description :
Worked as part of a team to create projects based on Universal Studios and Legendary pictures intellectual property, worked.
Assisted Lead Scenic Artist Painting sets as per the scenic designers plan Painting props Arranging props Cleanup.
Mixed color as appropriate to match colored set renderings Prepares scenery to be painted and finished Paints scenery to match the colored set.
Designed and constructed scenic elements for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.
Designed, measured, and painted sets for the production Created props.
Assisted Set Designer - Painted props and stage decoration pieces.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Degree in Art
Scenic Artist Resume
Headline : Scenic Artist works directly with directors or producers on larger projects, but they often have their own teams that help them create everything from concept art to detailed blueprints.
Skills : Excellent, Comprehensive artistic and Scenic skills.
Description :
Worked with director to achieve the artistic vision for music videos and films.
Sketched ideas for sets and scenes.
Decorated sets, designed, created and arranged props for scenes.
Located and purchased items needed for scenes with in budget.
Dressed and Styled extras and artists.
Produced sculptures and props with the art department for local casinos.
Assisted in the development of the designing of projects.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Degree in Art
Scenic Artist Resume
Headline : As a Scenic Artist, responsible for all painting of buildings, both on location and stage sets, including scenic painting mattes or scenic backdrops, painted illustrations, painting and ageing of signage and other graphics.
Skills : Scenic Charge, Scenic Carpentry, Props.
Description :
Joined the Art Department producing sets and props for shows and television series.
Produced large scale art pieces for events.
Produced original design and sketches for event projects Managed production time lines to meet strict.
Painted scenery from Designer renderings, also built and crafted all props for productions.
Designed two productions Black Box Theatre.
Involved in detailed aspects of scenic fabrication for theatrical staging, theme park attractions, & environmental designs Interprets small-scale .
Included in-house painting and creation and off-site installs of large-scale murals and props in theaters, hotels, museums and theme parks.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Degree in Art
Scenic Artist Resume
Headline : As a Scenic Artist, responsible for creating all texture and painted effects for a theater, TV or movie production. They typically use the design ideas that production designers.
Skills : Painting techniques, Layout and paint application skills.
Description :
Purchased paint and supplies (with the scenic designer).
Created texture and color samples from the designer model or elevations.
Created patterns as necessary (wallpaper for example).
Primed and basecoated scenery as necessary.
Finished-work and aging techniques.
Created a touch-up kit and touching up the scenery as necessary.
Cleaned the paint area on completion of the project.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Degree in Art
Scenic Artist Resume
Summary : As a Scenic Artist, responsible for help organize and supervise the purchase of materials and prepare/manage the budget of each set.
Skills : Traditional fine arts skills of sketching, Rendering, and Painting.
Description :
Developed concepts for scenic designs based on scripts and director notes.
Created sketches of scenes from the play or opera to be used as reference material for set designers.
Draw rough sketches of scenery to scale, including stage settings, props, and actor locations.
Suggested changes to scenery designs based on construction constraints such as time and budget considerations.
Painted backgrounds on canvas panels or flats that are later positioned behind actors to create a sense of depth.
Prepared drawings or sketches of set designs to be used by builders to construct sets.
Created computer models of set designs using 3D modeling software.
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