Scenic Painter - Event Production & Fabrication
15 days ago
Tempe
Job Description We are seeking a skilled Scenic Painter to join our fabrication team. This role blends technical painting expertise with artistic creativity, producing high-quality scenic elements, props, and finishes for live events and immersive environments. You’ll work in a fast-paced production shop, collaborating with designers and fabricators to bring concepts to life with precision and detail. Key Responsibilities • Paint scenic elements, props, and set pieces using a variety of techniques and finishes, • Prepare surfaces by sanding, cleaning, patching, and priming, • Mix and match paints to achieve accurate colors and custom finishes, • Apply faux finishes, textures, aging, and specialty effects (wood grain, distressing, etc.), • Use tools including brushes, rollers, spray guns, and HVLP systems, • Interpret design renderings and creative direction into finished work, • Select appropriate materials based on surface type and durability needs, • Maintain painting tools, equipment, and a clean, organized workspace, • Follow all safety standards and shop protocols, • Collaborate with a team of fabricators, designers, and production staff to meet deadlines Qualifications • 2–3+ years of scenic, decorative, or production painting experience, • Strong understanding of painting techniques, color matching, and surface preparation, • Experience with spray systems (conventional, airless, HVLP), • Ability to apply finishes across a variety of materials (wood, foam, metal, etc.), • Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship, • Ability to work independently and within a team-oriented environment, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills Preferred Experience • Scenic painting for events, theater, trade shows, film/TV, or themed environments, • Faux finishing techniques (wood graining, aging, texturing, etc.), • Experience working in a fabrication shop or production environment Physical Requirements • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a shop environment, • Comfortable using ladders, tools, and painting equipment Work Environment • Fast-paced scenic fabrication shop, • Collaborative team environment, • Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production schedules Apply Today If you take pride in craftsmanship and want to see your work come to life in real-world event environments, we’d love to hear from you. Company DescriptionMerestone is an award-winning production company that specializes in creating custom-designed, high-end environments, including immersive experiences, stage sets, trade show booths, and marketing elements. The company uses advanced equipment like CNC routers, 3D printers, and carpentry tools to bring these designs to life, ensuring a high standard of craftsmanship.Merestone is an award-winning production company that specializes in creating custom-designed, high-end environments, including immersive experiences, stage sets, trade show booths, and marketing elements. The company uses advanced equipment like CNC routers, 3D printers, and carpentry tools to bring these designs to life, ensuring a high standard of craftsmanship.